Durham, North Carolina to Memphis: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Durham, North Carolina from Memphis?
The distance from Durham, North Carolina to Memphis is 629 miles (1012.3 km) as the crow flies. Memphis is located W of Durham, North Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 733.5 miles, taking about 13h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 46min. Both are located in United States — Durham, North Carolina in North Carolina 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 Durham, North Carolina 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 Durham, North Carolina to Memphis
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 210 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 52 hours
- You could travel this distance about 39.6 times to circle the Earth's equator