Memphis to Topeka: Road Trip Guide & Distance

410.7 miles 660.9 km · straight line
507 miles actual route 815.9 km · driving distance
10h 2min estimated drive time
$49 - $60 estimated fuel cost
~1h 20min flight time
313° NW bearing direction

How far is Memphis from Topeka?

The distance from Memphis to Topeka is 410.7 miles (660.9 km) as the crow flies. Topeka is located NW of Memphis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 507 miles, taking about 10h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 20min. Both are located in United States — Memphis in Tennessee and Topeka in Kansas.

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 Topeka. 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 Topeka

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 10h 2min $49 - $60 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 20min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~12h 2min $41–$76* Budget
Train ~9h 32min $61–$177* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Memphis & Topeka

Quick Facts

Memphis
35.15°N, 90.05°W
America/Chicago
102m elevation
Topeka
39.05°N, 95.68°W
America/Chicago
288m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 137 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 34 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 60.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM