Detroit to Memphis: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Detroit from Memphis?
The distance from Detroit to Memphis is 622.9 miles (1002.5 km) as the crow flies. Memphis is located SW of Detroit. By car, the driving distance is approximately 740.9 miles, taking about 13h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 45min. Both are located in United States — Detroit in Michigan and Memphis in Tennessee.
This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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 Detroit 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.
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 208 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 52 hours
- You could travel this distance about 40 times to circle the Earth's equator