Memphis to Quincy: Road Trip Guide & Distance

339 miles 545.5 km · straight line
405.1 miles actual route 651.9 km · driving distance
7h 40min estimated drive time
$39 - $48 estimated fuel cost
~1h 11min flight time
348° NNW bearing direction

How far is Memphis from Quincy?

The distance from Memphis to Quincy is 339 miles (545.5 km) as the crow flies. Quincy is located NNW of Memphis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 405.1 miles, taking about 7h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 11min. Both are located in United States — Memphis in Tennessee and Quincy 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. 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 Quincy. 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 Quincy

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 40min $39 - $48 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 11min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 12min $32–$61* Budget
Train ~7h 17min $49–$142* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Memphis & Quincy

Quick Facts

Memphis
35.15°N, 90.05°W
America/Chicago
102m elevation
Quincy
39.94°N, 91.41°W
America/Chicago
173m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 113 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 28 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 73.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM