Memphis to Wilmington, North Carolina: Road Trip Guide & Distance

690.2 miles 1110.8 km · straight line
796.5 miles actual route 1281.8 km · driving distance
14h 50min estimated drive time
$77 - $94 estimated fuel cost
~1h 53min flight time
92° E bearing direction

How far is Memphis from Wilmington, North Carolina?

The distance from Memphis to Wilmington, North Carolina is 690.2 miles (1110.8 km) as the crow flies. Wilmington, North Carolina is located E of Memphis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 796.5 miles, taking about 14h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 53min. Both are located in United States — Memphis in Tennessee and Wilmington, North Carolina in North Carolina.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Memphis and Wilmington, North Carolina. 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 Wilmington, North Carolina

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 50min $77 - $94 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 48min $64–$119* Budget
Train ~19h 17min $96–$279* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Memphis & Wilmington, North Carolina

Quick Facts

Memphis
35.15°N, 90.05°W
America/Chicago
102m elevation
Wilmington, North Carolina
34.23°N, 77.94°W
America/New_York
9m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 230 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 58 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 36.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM