Memphis to Telluride: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Memphis from Telluride?
The distance from Memphis to Telluride is 1003 miles (1614.2 km) as the crow flies. Telluride is located WNW of Memphis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1292.3 miles, taking about 24h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 31min. Both are located in United States — Memphis in Tennessee and Telluride in Colorado.
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 Telluride. 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 Telluride
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 334 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 84 hours
- You could travel this distance about 24.8 times to circle the Earth's equator