Memphis to Sequoia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1594.6 miles 2566.2 km · straight line
1927.3 miles actual route 3101.7 km · driving distance
34h 10min estimated drive time
$185 - $228 estimated fuel cost
~3h 42min flight time
282° WNW bearing direction

How far is Memphis from Sequoia?

The distance from Memphis to Sequoia is 1594.6 miles (2566.2 km) as the crow flies. Sequoia is located WNW of Memphis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1927.3 miles, taking about 34h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 42min. Both are located in United States — Memphis in Tennessee and Sequoia 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 Sequoia. 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 Sequoia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 34h 10min $185 - $228 Flexible stops
Fly ~3h 42min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~41h 0min $154–$289* Budget
Train ~44h 25min $231–$675* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Memphis & Sequoia

Quick Facts

Memphis
35.15°N, 90.05°W
America/Chicago
102m elevation
Sequoia
36.49°N, 118.57°W
America/Los_Angeles
2050m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 532 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 133 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 15.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM