Clarksdale to Memphis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Clarksdale from Memphis?

The distance from Clarksdale to Memphis is 72 miles (115.9 km) as the crow flies. Memphis is located NNE of Clarksdale. By car, the driving distance is approximately 75.4 miles, taking about 1h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. Both are located in United States — Clarksdale in Mississippi and Memphis in Tennessee.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Clarksdale 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.