Alton, Illinois to Memphis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

258.6 miles 416.2 km · straight line
307.1 miles actual route 494.3 km · driving distance
5h 34min estimated drive time
$30 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
178° S bearing direction

How far is Alton, Illinois from Memphis?

The distance from Alton, Illinois to Memphis is 258.6 miles (416.2 km) as the crow flies. Memphis is located S of Alton, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 307.1 miles, taking about 5h 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Alton, Illinois in Illinois and Memphis in Tennessee.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee.

Coordinates come from public place data for Alton, Illinois 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 Alton, Illinois to Memphis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 34min $30 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 41min $25–$46* Budget
Train ~5h 17min $37–$107* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Alton, Illinois & Memphis

Quick Facts

Alton, Illinois
38.89°N, 90.18°W
America/Chicago
150m 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 86 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 96.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM