Aurora, Illinois to Memphis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

466.2 miles 750.3 km · straight line
532.6 miles actual route 857.2 km · driving distance
9h 59min estimated drive time
$51 - $63 estimated fuel cost
~1h 26min flight time
192° SSW bearing direction

How far is Aurora, Illinois from Memphis?

The distance from Aurora, Illinois to Memphis is 466.2 miles (750.3 km) as the crow flies. Memphis is located SSW of Aurora, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 532.6 miles, taking about 9h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 26min. Both are located in United States — Aurora, Illinois in Illinois 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 Aurora, 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 Aurora, Illinois to Memphis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 59min $51 - $63 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 26min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 59min $43–$80* Budget
Train ~9h 29min $64–$186* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Aurora, Illinois & Memphis

Quick Facts

Aurora, Illinois
41.76°N, 88.32°W
America/Chicago
207m 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 155 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 39 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 53.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM