Memphis to Oklahoma City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

421.5 miles 678.4 km · straight line
466.8 miles actual route 751.3 km · driving distance
8h 1min estimated drive time
$45 - $55 estimated fuel cost
~1h 21min flight time
275° W bearing direction

How far is Memphis from Oklahoma City?

The distance from Memphis to Oklahoma City is 421.5 miles (678.4 km) as the crow flies. Oklahoma City is located W of Memphis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 466.8 miles, taking about 8h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 21min. Both are located in United States — Memphis in Tennessee and Oklahoma City 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 Oklahoma City. 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 Oklahoma City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 1min $45 - $55 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 21min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 37min $37–$70* Budget
Train ~7h 37min $56–$163* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Memphis & Oklahoma City

Quick Facts

Memphis
35.15°N, 90.05°W
America/Chicago
102m elevation
Oklahoma City
35.47°N, 97.52°W
America/Chicago
366m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 141 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 35 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 59.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM