Cedar Rapids to Memphis: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Cedar Rapids from Memphis?
The distance from Cedar Rapids to Memphis is 481.6 miles (775.1 km) as the crow flies. Memphis is located S of Cedar Rapids. By car, the driving distance is approximately 555.3 miles, taking about 10h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 28min. Both are located in United States — Cedar Rapids in Iowa 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. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey.
Coordinates come from public place data for Cedar Rapids 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.
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 161 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 40 hours
- You could travel this distance about 51.7 times to circle the Earth's equator