Mankato to Memphis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

657 miles 1057.3 km · straight line
792.9 miles actual route 1276 km · driving distance
15h 7min estimated drive time
$76 - $94 estimated fuel cost
~1h 49min flight time
160° SSE bearing direction

How far is Mankato from Memphis?

The distance from Mankato to Memphis is 657 miles (1057.3 km) as the crow flies. Memphis is located SSE of Mankato. By car, the driving distance is approximately 792.9 miles, taking about 15h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 49min. Both are located in United States — Mankato in Minnesota 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Mankato 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 Mankato to Memphis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 15h 7min $76 - $94 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~18h 8min $63–$119* Budget
Train ~19h 39min $95–$278* Comfort

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

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

Suggested Stops Between Mankato & Memphis

Quick Facts

Mankato
44.16°N, 94.01°W
America/Chicago
253m 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 219 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 55 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 37.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM