Memphis to Minneapolis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Memphis from Minneapolis?

The distance from Memphis to Minneapolis is 699.9 miles (1126.3 km) as the crow flies. Minneapolis is located NNW of Memphis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 827.2 miles, taking about 15h 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 54min. Both are located in United States — Memphis in Tennessee and Minneapolis in Minnesota.

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 Minneapolis. 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.