Hays to Memphis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

572.7 miles 921.6 km · straight line
758.6 miles actual route 1220.8 km · driving distance
13h 0min estimated drive time
$73 - $90 estimated fuel cost
~1h 39min flight time
114° ESE bearing direction

How far is Hays from Memphis?

The distance from Hays to Memphis is 572.7 miles (921.6 km) as the crow flies. Memphis is located ESE of Hays. By car, the driving distance is approximately 758.6 miles, taking about 13h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 39min. Both are located in United States — Hays in Kansas 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Hays 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 Hays to Memphis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 0min $73 - $90 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 39min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 36min $61–$114* Budget
Train ~16h 54min $91–$266* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Hays & Memphis

Quick Facts

Hays
38.88°N, 99.33°W
America/Chicago
616m 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 191 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 48 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 43.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM