Memphis to Rockford: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Memphis from Rockford?

The distance from Memphis to Rockford is 494.7 miles (796.2 km) as the crow flies. Rockford is located N of Memphis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 556.2 miles, taking about 10h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 30min. Both are located in United States — Memphis in Tennessee and Rockford 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. Heading North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road.

Coordinates come from public place data for Memphis and Rockford. 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.