Memphis to Orem: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1231.7 miles 1982.2 km · straight line
1619 miles actual route 2605.6 km · driving distance
27h 37min estimated drive time
$156 - $192 estimated fuel cost
~2h 59min flight time
293° WNW bearing direction

How far is Memphis from Orem?

The distance from Memphis to Orem is 1231.7 miles (1982.2 km) as the crow flies. Orem is located WNW of Memphis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1619 miles, taking about 27h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 59min. Both are located in United States — Memphis in Tennessee and Orem in Utah.

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 Orem. 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 Orem

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 27h 37min $156 - $192 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~33h 8min $130–$243* Budget
Train ~35h 54min $194–$567* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Memphis & Orem

Quick Facts

Memphis
35.15°N, 90.05°W
America/Chicago
102m elevation
Orem
40.30°N, 111.69°W
America/Denver
1455m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 411 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 103 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 20.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM