Charleston, South Carolina to Memphis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

602.2 miles 969.2 km · straight line
681.2 miles actual route 1096.3 km · driving distance
12h 53min estimated drive time
$66 - $81 estimated fuel cost
~1h 43min flight time
289° WNW bearing direction

How far is Charleston, South Carolina from Memphis?

The distance from Charleston, South Carolina to Memphis is 602.2 miles (969.2 km) as the crow flies. Memphis is located WNW of Charleston, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 681.2 miles, taking about 12h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 43min. Both are located in United States — Charleston, South Carolina in South Carolina 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 Charleston, South Carolina 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 Charleston, South Carolina to Memphis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 53min $66 - $81 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 43min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 28min $54–$102* Budget
Train ~16h 45min $82–$238* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Charleston, South Carolina & Memphis

Quick Facts

Charleston, South Carolina
32.78°N, 79.93°W
America/New_York
6m 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 201 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 50 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 41.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM