Columbus, Indiana to Memphis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Columbus, Indiana from Memphis?

The distance from Columbus, Indiana to Memphis is 360.5 miles (580.1 km) as the crow flies. Memphis is located SW of Columbus, Indiana. By car, the driving distance is approximately 455.6 miles, taking about 8h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 14min. Both are located in United States — Columbus, Indiana in Indiana 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, Indiana 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.