Gary to Memphis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

468.6 miles 754.2 km · straight line
529.5 miles actual route 852.2 km · driving distance
9h 36min estimated drive time
$51 - $63 estimated fuel cost
~1h 27min flight time
199° SSW bearing direction

How far is Gary from Memphis?

The distance from Gary to Memphis is 468.6 miles (754.2 km) as the crow flies. Memphis is located SSW of Gary. By car, the driving distance is approximately 529.5 miles, taking about 9h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 27min. Both are located in United States — Gary 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 Gary 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 Gary to Memphis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 36min $51 - $63 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 27min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 31min $42–$79* Budget
Train ~9h 7min $64–$185* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Gary & Memphis

Quick Facts

Gary
41.59°N, 87.35°W
America/Chicago
183m 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 156 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 39 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 53.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM