Benton to Memphis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

149.4 miles 240.5 km · straight line
158.5 miles actual route 255.1 km · driving distance
2h 48min estimated drive time
$15 - $19 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
74° ENE bearing direction

How far is Benton from Memphis?

The distance from Benton to Memphis is 149.4 miles (240.5 km) as the crow flies. Memphis is located ENE of Benton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 158.5 miles, taking about 2h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United States — Benton in Arkansas 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Benton 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 Benton to Memphis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 48min $15 - $19 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 22min $13–$24* Budget
Train ~2h 40min $19–$55* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Benton & Memphis

Quick Facts

Benton
34.56°N, 92.59°W
America/Chicago
124m 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 50 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 166.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM