Memphis to Toronto: Road Trip Guide & Distance

816.9 miles 1314.6 km · straight line
970 miles actual route 1561.1 km · driving distance
18h 21min estimated drive time
$93 - $115 estimated fuel cost
~2h 9min flight time
41° NE bearing direction

How far is Memphis from Toronto?

The distance from Memphis to Toronto is 816.9 miles (1314.6 km) as the crow flies. Toronto is located NE of Memphis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 970 miles, taking about 18h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 9min. Memphis is in Tennessee, United States, while Toronto is in Ontario, Canada.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. 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 Toronto. 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 Toronto

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 18h 21min $93 - $115 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 9min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~22h 1min $78–$146* Budget
Train ~23h 51min $116–$340* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Memphis & Toronto

Quick Facts

Memphis
35.15°N, 90.05°W
America/Chicago
102m elevation
Toronto
43.65°N, 79.38°W
America/Toronto
76m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 272 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 68 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 30.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM