Memphis to Parker: Road Trip Guide & Distance

861.5 miles 1386.5 km · straight line
1074.8 miles actual route 1729.8 km · driving distance
18h 28min estimated drive time
$103 - $127 estimated fuel cost
~2h 14min flight time
295° WNW bearing direction

How far is Memphis from Parker?

The distance from Memphis to Parker is 861.5 miles (1386.5 km) as the crow flies. Parker is located WNW of Memphis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1074.8 miles, taking about 18h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 14min. Both are located in United States — Memphis in Tennessee and Parker in Colorado.

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 Parker. 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 Parker

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 18h 28min $103 - $127 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 14min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~22h 10min $86–$161* Budget
Train ~24h 0min $129–$376* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Memphis & Parker

Quick Facts

Memphis
35.15°N, 90.05°W
America/Chicago
102m elevation
Parker
39.52°N, 104.76°W
America/Denver
1789m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 287 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 72 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 28.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM