Memphis to Tulsa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

340.8 miles 548.4 km · straight line
402.1 miles actual route 647.1 km · driving distance
6h 55min estimated drive time
$39 - $48 estimated fuel cost
~1h 11min flight time
283° WNW bearing direction

How far is Memphis from Tulsa?

The distance from Memphis to Tulsa is 340.8 miles (548.4 km) as the crow flies. Tulsa is located WNW of Memphis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 402.1 miles, taking about 6h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 11min. Both are located in United States — Memphis in Tennessee and Tulsa in Oklahoma.

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 Tulsa. 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 Tulsa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 55min $39 - $48 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 11min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 18min $32–$60* Budget
Train ~6h 34min $48–$141* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Memphis & Tulsa

Quick Facts

Memphis
35.15°N, 90.05°W
America/Chicago
102m elevation
Tulsa
36.15°N, 95.99°W
America/Chicago
226m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 114 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 28 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 73.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM