Destin to Memphis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

388 miles 624.4 km · straight line
494.2 miles actual route 795.4 km · driving distance
9h 36min estimated drive time
$48 - $59 estimated fuel cost
~1h 17min flight time
329° NNW bearing direction

How far is Destin from Memphis?

The distance from Destin to Memphis is 388 miles (624.4 km) as the crow flies. Memphis is located NNW of Destin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 494.2 miles, taking about 9h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 17min. Both are located in United States — Destin in Florida 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 Destin 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 Destin to Memphis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 36min $48 - $59 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 17min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 31min $40–$74* Budget
Train ~9h 7min $59–$173* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Destin & Memphis

Quick Facts

Destin
30.39°N, 86.50°W
America/Chicago
3m 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 129 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 32 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 64.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM