Memphis to Redwood: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1878.5 miles 3023.1 km · straight line
2437.9 miles actual route 3923.4 km · driving distance
43h 24min estimated drive time
$235 - $289 estimated fuel cost
~4h 17min flight time
293° WNW bearing direction

How far is Memphis from Redwood?

The distance from Memphis to Redwood is 1878.5 miles (3023.1 km) as the crow flies. Redwood is located WNW of Memphis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 2437.9 miles, taking about 43h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 4h 17min. Both are located in United States — Memphis in Tennessee and Redwood 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 Redwood. 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 Redwood

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 43h 24min $235 - $289 Flexible stops
Fly ~4h 17min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~52h 5min $195–$366* Budget
Train ~56h 25min $293–$853* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Memphis & Redwood

Quick Facts

Memphis
35.15°N, 90.05°W
America/Chicago
102m elevation
Redwood
41.21°N, 124.00°W
America/Los_Angeles
40m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 626 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 157 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 13.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM