Memphis to Olathe: Road Trip Guide & Distance

368.3 miles 592.8 km · straight line
450 miles actual route 724.2 km · driving distance
9h 7min estimated drive time
$43 - $53 estimated fuel cost
~1h 14min flight time
316° NW bearing direction

How far is Memphis from Olathe?

The distance from Memphis to Olathe is 368.3 miles (592.8 km) as the crow flies. Olathe is located NW of Memphis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 450 miles, taking about 9h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 14min. Both are located in United States — Memphis in Tennessee and Olathe in Kansas.

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 Olathe. 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 Olathe

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 7min $43 - $53 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 14min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 56min $36–$68* Budget
Train ~8h 40min $54–$158* 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
Olathe
38.88°N, 94.82°W
America/Chicago
315m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 123 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 31 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 67.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM