Memphis to Sioux City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

611.8 miles 984.6 km · straight line
727.8 miles actual route 1171.3 km · driving distance
14h 8min estimated drive time
$70 - $86 estimated fuel cost
~1h 44min flight time
328° NNW bearing direction

How far is Memphis from Sioux City?

The distance from Memphis to Sioux City is 611.8 miles (984.6 km) as the crow flies. Sioux City is located NNW of Memphis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 727.8 miles, taking about 14h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 44min. Both are located in United States — Memphis in Tennessee and Sioux City in Iowa.

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 Sioux City. 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 Sioux City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 8min $70 - $86 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 44min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 58min $58–$109* Budget
Train ~18h 22min $87–$255* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Memphis & Sioux City

Quick Facts

Memphis
35.15°N, 90.05°W
America/Chicago
102m elevation
Sioux City
42.50°N, 96.40°W
America/Chicago
366m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 204 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 51 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 40.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM