Memphis to Odessa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Memphis from Odessa?

The distance from Memphis to Odessa is 745 miles (1198.9 km) as the crow flies. Odessa is located WSW of Memphis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 804.4 miles, taking about 13h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 0min. Both are located in United States — Memphis in Tennessee and Odessa in Texas.

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 Odessa. 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.