Memphis to Ocala: Road Trip Guide & Distance

619 miles 996.2 km · straight line
678.4 miles actual route 1091.7 km · driving distance
13h 18min estimated drive time
$65 - $80 estimated fuel cost
~1h 45min flight time
130° SE bearing direction

How far is Memphis from Ocala?

The distance from Memphis to Ocala is 619 miles (996.2 km) as the crow flies. Ocala is located SE of Memphis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 678.4 miles, taking about 13h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 45min. Both are located in United States — Memphis in Tennessee and Ocala in Florida.

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.

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

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 18min $65 - $80 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 45min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 58min $54–$102* Budget
Train ~17h 17min $81–$237* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Memphis & Ocala

Quick Facts

Memphis
35.15°N, 90.05°W
America/Chicago
102m elevation
Ocala
29.19°N, 82.14°W
America/New_York
21m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 206 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 52 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 40.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM