Grand Rapids to Memphis: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Grand Rapids from Memphis?
The distance from Grand Rapids to Memphis is 588.6 miles (947.3 km) as the crow flies. Memphis is located SSW of Grand Rapids. By car, the driving distance is approximately 674.6 miles, taking about 12h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 41min. Both are located in United States — Grand Rapids 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 Grand Rapids 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 196 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 49 hours
- You could travel this distance about 42.3 times to circle the Earth's equator