Meads to Memphis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

464.4 miles 747.3 km · straight line
535 miles actual route 861 km · driving distance
9h 52min estimated drive time
$51 - $63 estimated fuel cost
~1h 26min flight time
243° WSW bearing direction

How far is Meads from Memphis?

The distance from Meads to Memphis is 464.4 miles (747.3 km) as the crow flies. Memphis is located WSW of Meads. By car, the driving distance is approximately 535 miles, taking about 9h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 26min. Both are located in United States — Meads in Kentucky and Memphis in Tennessee.

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 Meads 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 Meads to Memphis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 52min $51 - $63 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 26min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 50min $43–$80* Budget
Train ~9h 22min $64–$187* 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

Meads
38.41°N, 82.71°W
America/New_York
185m 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 155 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 39 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 53.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM