Memphis to Plano: Road Trip Guide & Distance

407.9 miles 656.4 km · straight line
453.6 miles actual route 730 km · driving distance
7h 49min estimated drive time
$44 - $54 estimated fuel cost
~1h 19min flight time
251° WSW bearing direction

How far is Memphis from Plano?

The distance from Memphis to Plano is 407.9 miles (656.4 km) as the crow flies. Plano is located WSW of Memphis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 453.6 miles, taking about 7h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 19min. Both are located in United States — Memphis in Tennessee and Plano in Texas.

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. 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 Plano. 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 Plano

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 49min $44 - $54 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 19min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 23min $36–$68* Budget
Train ~7h 26min $54–$159* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Memphis & Plano

Quick Facts

Memphis
35.15°N, 90.05°W
America/Chicago
102m elevation
Plano
33.02°N, 96.70°W
America/Chicago
203m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 136 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 34 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 61.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM