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

How far is Columbia, South Carolina from Memphis?

The distance from Columbia, South Carolina to Memphis is 518.7 miles (834.8 km) as the crow flies. Memphis is located WNW of Columbia, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 592.7 miles, taking about 10h 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 33min. Both are located in United States — Columbia, South Carolina in South Carolina 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. 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 Columbia, 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.