Memphis to Upper Alton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

260 miles 418.4 km · straight line
307.4 miles actual route 494.7 km · driving distance
5h 36min estimated drive time
$30 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
359° N bearing direction

How far is Memphis from Upper Alton?

The distance from Memphis to Upper Alton is 260 miles (418.4 km) as the crow flies. Upper Alton is located N of Memphis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 307.4 miles, taking about 5h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Memphis in Tennessee and Upper Alton in Illinois.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee.

Coordinates come from public place data for Memphis and Upper Alton. 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 Upper Alton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 36min $30 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 43min $25–$46* Budget
Train ~5h 19min $37–$108* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Memphis & Upper Alton

Quick Facts

Memphis
35.15°N, 90.05°W
America/Chicago
102m elevation
Upper Alton
38.91°N, 90.15°W
America/Chicago
166m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 87 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 95.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM