Memphis to Pinnacles: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1739.2 miles 2798.9 km · straight line
1983.4 miles actual route 3191.9 km · driving distance
34h 59min estimated drive time
$191 - $235 estimated fuel cost
~4h 0min flight time
282° WNW bearing direction

How far is Memphis from Pinnacles?

The distance from Memphis to Pinnacles is 1739.2 miles (2798.9 km) as the crow flies. Pinnacles is located WNW of Memphis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1983.4 miles, taking about 34h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 4h 0min. Both are located in United States — Memphis in Tennessee and Pinnacles in California.

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 Pinnacles. 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 Pinnacles

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 34h 59min $191 - $235 Flexible stops
Fly ~4h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~41h 59min $159–$298* Budget
Train ~45h 29min $238–$694* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Memphis & Pinnacles

Quick Facts

Memphis
35.15°N, 90.05°W
America/Chicago
102m elevation
Pinnacles
36.49°N, 121.18°W
America/Los_Angeles
1028m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 580 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 145 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 14.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM