Memphis to The Woodlands: Road Trip Guide & Distance

467.9 miles 753 km · straight line
560.6 miles actual route 902.2 km · driving distance
10h 11min estimated drive time
$54 - $66 estimated fuel cost
~1h 26min flight time
224° SW bearing direction

How far is Memphis from The Woodlands?

The distance from Memphis to The Woodlands is 467.9 miles (753 km) as the crow flies. The Woodlands is located SW of Memphis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 560.6 miles, taking about 10h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 26min. Both are located in United States — Memphis in Tennessee and The Woodlands 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 The Woodlands. 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 The Woodlands

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 10h 11min $54 - $66 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 26min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~12h 13min $45–$84* Budget
Train ~9h 40min $67–$196* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Memphis & The Woodlands

Quick Facts

Memphis
35.15°N, 90.05°W
America/Chicago
102m elevation
The Woodlands
30.16°N, 95.49°W
America/Chicago
43m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 156 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 39 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 53.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM