Memphis to Omaha: Road Trip Guide & Distance

529 miles 851.4 km · straight line
633.9 miles actual route 1020.2 km · driving distance
12h 27min estimated drive time
$61 - $75 estimated fuel cost
~1h 34min flight time
325° NW bearing direction

How far is Memphis from Omaha?

The distance from Memphis to Omaha is 529 miles (851.4 km) as the crow flies. Omaha is located NW of Memphis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 633.9 miles, taking about 12h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 34min. Both are located in United States — Memphis in Tennessee and Omaha in Nebraska.

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.

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

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 27min $61 - $75 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 34min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 56min $51–$95* Budget
Train ~16h 11min $76–$222* 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 & Omaha

Quick Facts

Memphis
35.15°N, 90.05°W
America/Chicago
102m elevation
Omaha
41.26°N, 95.93°W
America/Chicago
332m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 176 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 44 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 47.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM