Memphis to Temple: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Memphis from Temple?

The distance from Memphis to Temple is 506.2 miles (814.7 km) as the crow flies. Temple is located WSW of Memphis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 580.7 miles, taking about 10h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 31min. Both are located in United States — Memphis in Tennessee and Temple in Texas.

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 Temple. 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.