Little Rock to Memphis: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Little Rock from Memphis?
The distance from Little Rock to Memphis is 129.9 miles (209.1 km) as the crow flies. Memphis is located ENE of Little Rock. By car, the driving distance is approximately 136.5 miles, taking about 2h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. Both are located in United States — Little Rock in Arkansas 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.
Coordinates come from public place data for Little Rock 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.
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 43 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
- You could travel this distance about 191.7 times to circle the Earth's equator