Memphis to Sedalia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

301.9 miles 485.9 km · straight line
381.3 miles actual route 613.7 km · driving distance
8h 0min estimated drive time
$37 - $45 estimated fuel cost
~1h 6min flight time
325° NW bearing direction

How far is Memphis from Sedalia?

The distance from Memphis to Sedalia is 301.9 miles (485.9 km) as the crow flies. Sedalia is located NW of Memphis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 381.3 miles, taking about 8h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. Both are located in United States — Memphis in Tennessee and Sedalia in Missouri.

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 Sedalia. 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 Sedalia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 0min $37 - $45 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 6min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 36min $31–$57* Budget
Train ~7h 36min $46–$133* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Memphis & Sedalia

Quick Facts

Memphis
35.15°N, 90.05°W
America/Chicago
102m elevation
Sedalia
38.70°N, 93.23°W
America/Chicago
277m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 101 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 25 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 82.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM