Kingsport to Memphis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

430.2 miles 692.3 km · straight line
486.7 miles actual route 783.3 km · driving distance
8h 57min estimated drive time
$47 - $58 estimated fuel cost
~1h 22min flight time
259° W bearing direction

How far is Kingsport from Memphis?

The distance from Kingsport to Memphis is 430.2 miles (692.3 km) as the crow flies. Memphis is located W of Kingsport. By car, the driving distance is approximately 486.7 miles, taking about 8h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 22min. Both are located in United States.

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 Kingsport 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 Kingsport to Memphis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 57min $47 - $58 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 22min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 44min $39–$73* Budget
Train ~8h 30min $58–$170* Comfort

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

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

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Quick Facts

Kingsport
36.55°N, 82.56°W
America/New_York
369m 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 143 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 36 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 57.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM