Memphis to Normal: Road Trip Guide & Distance

375.1 miles 603.7 km · straight line
424.5 miles actual route 683.1 km · driving distance
8h 6min estimated drive time
$41 - $50 estimated fuel cost
~1h 15min flight time
N bearing direction

How far is Memphis from Normal?

The distance from Memphis to Normal is 375.1 miles (603.7 km) as the crow flies. Normal is located N of Memphis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 424.5 miles, taking about 8h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 15min. Both are located in United States — Memphis in Tennessee and Normal in Illinois.

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. Heading North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road.

Coordinates come from public place data for Memphis and Normal. 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 Normal

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 6min $41 - $50 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 15min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 43min $34–$64* Budget
Train ~7h 42min $51–$149* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Memphis & Normal

Quick Facts

Memphis
35.15°N, 90.05°W
America/Chicago
102m elevation
Normal
40.51°N, 88.99°W
America/Chicago
244m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 125 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 31 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 66.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM