Memphis to Mesa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1246.8 miles 2006.6 km · straight line
1413.7 miles actual route 2275.1 km · driving distance
24h 50min estimated drive time
$136 - $167 estimated fuel cost
~3h 0min flight time
271° W bearing direction

How far is Memphis from Mesa?

The distance from Memphis to Mesa is 1246.8 miles (2006.6 km) as the crow flies. Mesa is located W of Memphis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1413.7 miles, taking about 24h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 0min. Both are located in United States — Memphis in Tennessee and Mesa in Arizona.

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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Memphis and Mesa. 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 Memphis to Mesa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 24h 50min $136 - $167 Flexible stops
Fly ~3h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~29h 48min $113–$212* Budget
Train ~32h 17min $170–$495* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Memphis & Mesa

Quick Facts

Memphis
35.15°N, 90.05°W
America/Chicago
102m elevation
Mesa
33.42°N, 111.83°W
America/Phoenix
378m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 416 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 104 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 20 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM