Joliet to Memphis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

453.2 miles 729.3 km · straight line
509.9 miles actual route 820.6 km · driving distance
9h 20min estimated drive time
$49 - $60 estimated fuel cost
~1h 25min flight time
194° SSW bearing direction

How far is Joliet from Memphis?

The distance from Joliet to Memphis is 453.2 miles (729.3 km) as the crow flies. Memphis is located SSW of Joliet. By car, the driving distance is approximately 509.9 miles, taking about 9h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 25min. Both are located in United States — Joliet in Illinois 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 Joliet 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 Joliet to Memphis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 20min $49 - $60 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 25min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 12min $41–$76* Budget
Train ~8h 52min $61–$178* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Joliet & Memphis

Quick Facts

Joliet
41.53°N, 88.08°W
America/Chicago
165m 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 151 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 38 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 54.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM