Columbus, Georgia to Memphis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

344.8 miles 554.9 km · straight line
375.9 miles actual route 604.9 km · driving distance
7h 22min estimated drive time
$36 - $45 estimated fuel cost
~1h 12min flight time
304° NW bearing direction

How far is Columbus, Georgia from Memphis?

The distance from Columbus, Georgia to Memphis is 344.8 miles (554.9 km) as the crow flies. Memphis is located NW of Columbus, Georgia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 375.9 miles, taking about 7h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 12min. Both are located in United States — Columbus, Georgia in Georgia 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 Columbus, Georgia 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 Columbus, Georgia to Memphis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 22min $36 - $45 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 12min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 50min $30–$56* Budget
Train ~7h 0min $45–$132* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Columbus, Georgia & Memphis

Quick Facts

Columbus, Georgia
32.46°N, 84.99°W
America/New_York
82m 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 115 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 29 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 72.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM