Memphis to Pekin: Road Trip Guide & Distance

375 miles 603.5 km · straight line
445.1 miles actual route 716.3 km · driving distance
8h 6min estimated drive time
$43 - $53 estimated fuel cost
~1h 15min flight time
3° N bearing direction

How far is Memphis from Pekin?

The distance from Memphis to Pekin is 375 miles (603.5 km) as the crow flies. Pekin is located N of Memphis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 445.1 miles, taking about 8h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 15min. Both are located in United States — Memphis in Tennessee and Pekin in Illinois.

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. Heading North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road.

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

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 6min $43 - $53 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 15min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 43min $36–$67* Budget
Train ~7h 42min $53–$156* 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
Pekin
40.57°N, 89.64°W
America/Chicago
153m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 125 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 31 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 66.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM