Athens, Georgia to Memphis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Athens, Georgia from Memphis?

The distance from Athens, Georgia to Memphis is 388.3 miles (624.9 km) as the crow flies. Memphis is located WNW of Athens, Georgia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 452.3 miles, taking about 8h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 17min. Both are located in United States — Athens, Georgia in Georgia and Memphis in Tennessee.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Athens, Georgia 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.