Lorain to Memphis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

609.1 miles 980.2 km · straight line
723.8 miles actual route 1164.8 km · driving distance
13h 31min estimated drive time
$70 - $86 estimated fuel cost
~1h 44min flight time
227° SW bearing direction

How far is Lorain from Memphis?

The distance from Lorain to Memphis is 609.1 miles (980.2 km) as the crow flies. Memphis is located SW of Lorain. By car, the driving distance is approximately 723.8 miles, taking about 13h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 44min. Both are located in United States — Lorain in Ohio 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 Lorain 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 Lorain to Memphis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 31min $70 - $86 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 44min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 13min $58–$109* Budget
Train ~17h 34min $87–$253* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lorain & Memphis

Quick Facts

Lorain
41.45°N, 82.18°W
America/New_York
186m 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 203 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 51 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 40.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM