Memphis to San Antonio: Road Trip Guide & Distance

631.8 miles 1016.8 km · straight line
724.5 miles actual route 1166 km · driving distance
12h 38min estimated drive time
$70 - $86 estimated fuel cost
~1h 46min flight time
234° SW bearing direction

How far is Memphis from San Antonio?

The distance from Memphis to San Antonio is 631.8 miles (1016.8 km) as the crow flies. San Antonio is located SW of Memphis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 724.5 miles, taking about 12h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 46min. Both are located in United States — Memphis in Tennessee and San Antonio in Texas.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Memphis and San Antonio. 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 San Antonio

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 38min $70 - $86 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 10min $58–$109* Budget
Train ~16h 25min $87–$254* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Memphis & San Antonio

Quick Facts

Memphis
35.15°N, 90.05°W
America/Chicago
102m elevation
San Antonio
29.42°N, 98.49°W
America/Chicago
198m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 211 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 53 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 39.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM