Memphis to New York: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Memphis from New York?

The distance from Memphis to New York is 953.2 miles (1534 km) as the crow flies. New York is located ENE of Memphis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1097.8 miles, taking about 20h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 25min. Both are located in United States — Memphis in Tennessee and New York in New York.

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. 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 New York. 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.