Chattanooga to Memphis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

268 miles 431.3 km · straight line
339.8 miles actual route 546.8 km · driving distance
6h 16min estimated drive time
$33 - $40 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
273° W bearing direction

How far is Chattanooga from Memphis?

The distance from Chattanooga to Memphis is 268 miles (431.3 km) as the crow flies. Memphis is located W of Chattanooga. By car, the driving distance is approximately 339.8 miles, taking about 6h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States.

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. 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 Chattanooga 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 Chattanooga to Memphis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 16min $33 - $40 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 31min $27–$51* Budget
Train ~5h 57min $41–$119* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Chattanooga & Memphis

Quick Facts

Chattanooga
35.05°N, 85.31°W
America/New_York
206m 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 89 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 92.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM