Dry Tortugas to Memphis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Dry Tortugas from Memphis?

The distance from Dry Tortugas to Memphis is 843.9 miles (1358.1 km) as the crow flies. Memphis is located NNW of Dry Tortugas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1136.1 miles, taking about 22h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 12min. Both are located in United States — Dry Tortugas in Florida 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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Dry Tortugas 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.