Albany, New York to Memphis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1015.4 miles 1634.1 km · straight line
1198.1 miles actual route 1928.2 km · driving distance
22h 35min estimated drive time
$115 - $142 estimated fuel cost
~2h 33min flight time
245° WSW bearing direction

How far is Albany, New York from Memphis?

The distance from Albany, New York to Memphis is 1015.4 miles (1634.1 km) as the crow flies. Memphis is located WSW of Albany, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1198.1 miles, taking about 22h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 33min. Both are located in United States — Albany, New York in New York and Memphis in Tennessee.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Albany, New York and Memphis. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Albany, New York to Memphis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 22h 35min $115 - $142 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 33min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~27h 6min $96–$180* Budget
Train ~29h 22min $144–$419* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Albany, New York & Memphis

Quick Facts

Albany, New York
42.65°N, 73.76°W
America/New_York
45m elevation
Memphis
35.15°N, 90.05°W
America/Chicago
102m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 338 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 85 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 24.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM