Ann Arbor to Memphis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

598.1 miles 962.6 km · straight line
739 miles actual route 1189.3 km · driving distance
13h 24min estimated drive time
$71 - $88 estimated fuel cost
~1h 42min flight time
217° SW bearing direction

How far is Ann Arbor from Memphis?

The distance from Ann Arbor to Memphis is 598.1 miles (962.6 km) as the crow flies. Memphis is located SW of Ann Arbor. By car, the driving distance is approximately 739 miles, taking about 13h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 42min. Both are located in United States — Ann Arbor in Michigan 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Ann Arbor 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 Ann Arbor to Memphis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 24min $71 - $88 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 42min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 5min $59–$111* Budget
Train ~17h 25min $89–$259* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ann Arbor & Memphis

Quick Facts

Ann Arbor
42.28°N, 83.74°W
America/Detroit
269m 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 199 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 50 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 41.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM