Lansing, Michigan to Memphis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

601.1 miles 967.3 km · straight line
713.8 miles actual route 1148.7 km · driving distance
13h 0min estimated drive time
$69 - $85 estimated fuel cost
~1h 43min flight time
211° SSW bearing direction

How far is Lansing, Michigan from Memphis?

The distance from Lansing, Michigan to Memphis is 601.1 miles (967.3 km) as the crow flies. Memphis is located SSW of Lansing, Michigan. By car, the driving distance is approximately 713.8 miles, taking about 13h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 43min. Both are located in United States — Lansing, Michigan 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 Lansing, Michigan 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 Lansing, Michigan to Memphis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 0min $69 - $85 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 43min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 36min $57–$107* Budget
Train ~16h 54min $86–$250* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lansing, Michigan & Memphis

Quick Facts

Lansing, Michigan
42.73°N, 84.56°W
America/Detroit
260m 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 200 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 50 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 41.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM