Memphis to Norman: Road Trip Guide & Distance

417.3 miles 671.5 km · straight line
472.2 miles actual route 759.9 km · driving distance
8h 11min estimated drive time
$45 - $56 estimated fuel cost
~1h 20min flight time
273° W bearing direction

How far is Memphis from Norman?

The distance from Memphis to Norman is 417.3 miles (671.5 km) as the crow flies. Norman is located W of Memphis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 472.2 miles, taking about 8h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 20min. Both are located in United States — Memphis in Tennessee and Norman in Oklahoma.

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 Memphis and Norman. 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 Norman

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 11min $45 - $56 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 20min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 49min $38–$71* Budget
Train ~7h 46min $57–$165* 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

Memphis
35.15°N, 90.05°W
America/Chicago
102m elevation
Norman
35.22°N, 97.44°W
America/Chicago
357m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 139 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 35 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 59.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM