Memphis to Rochester, New York: Road Trip Guide & Distance

864.6 miles 1391.4 km · straight line
983.4 miles actual route 1582.7 km · driving distance
18h 27min estimated drive time
$95 - $116 estimated fuel cost
~2h 14min flight time
46° NE bearing direction

How far is Memphis from Rochester, New York?

The distance from Memphis to Rochester, New York is 864.6 miles (1391.4 km) as the crow flies. Rochester, New York is located NE of Memphis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 983.4 miles, taking about 18h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 14min. Both are located in United States — Memphis in Tennessee and Rochester, New York in New York.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Rochester, New York. 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 Rochester, New York

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 18h 27min $95 - $116 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 14min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~22h 8min $79–$148* Budget
Train ~23h 59min $118–$344* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Memphis & Rochester, New York

Quick Facts

Memphis
35.15°N, 90.05°W
America/Chicago
102m elevation
Rochester, New York
43.16°N, 77.61°W
America/New_York
154m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 288 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 72 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 28.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM