Jefferson City to Memphis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

264.3 miles 425.3 km · straight line
332.7 miles actual route 535.4 km · driving distance
6h 57min estimated drive time
$32 - $39 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
153° SSE bearing direction

How far is Jefferson City from Memphis?

The distance from Jefferson City to Memphis is 264.3 miles (425.3 km) as the crow flies. Memphis is located SSE of Jefferson City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 332.7 miles, taking about 6h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Jefferson City in Missouri and Memphis in Tennessee.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Jefferson City 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 Jefferson City to Memphis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 57min $32 - $39 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 20min $27–$50* Budget
Train ~6h 36min $40–$116* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Jefferson City & Memphis

Quick Facts

Jefferson City
38.58°N, 92.17°W
America/Chicago
192m 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 88 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 94.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM