Distance from Houston to Memphis (United States)

The distance between Houston, Texas and Memphis, Tennessee is 778 kilometers (484 miles).

Houston, Texas, United States

Memphis, Tennessee, United States

Houston is located in the southeastern part of Texas while Memphis is situated in the southwestern region of Tennessee, both cities are in the southern United States. The straight-line distance between them is 778 kilometers, heading northeast.

Houston is at 30 meters above sea level, while Memphis is at 84 meters.

Driving route

The car route from Houston to Memphis travels northeast through Texas, crossing into Louisiana via I-10, then north through Mississippi on I-55, passing through Jackson before reaching Memphis.

Lugares de interés en la ruta: Jackson, Mississippi River, Atchafalaya Basin, Natchez Trace Parkway.

Travel information

Summary

The trip from Houston to Memphis crosses diverse landscapes including the Mississippi River and the Atchafalaya Basin, highlighting the cultural and historical richness of the southern United States.

Best time to travel

Spring and fall are ideal for travel to Memphis due to mild temperatures and vibrant cultural events, while summer offers lively festivals despite the heat.

Climate

Memphis generally experiences more humid summers and cooler winters compared to Houston, with a distinct four-season climate.

Accessibility

Memphis offers a range of accessibility options including public transport and accessible attractions, similar to Houston's infrastructure.

Travel time

Mode Estimated time
Bicycle 1-2 days
Motorcycle 10-12 hours
Car 8-10 hours
Helicopter 4-5 hours
Airplane 1-2 hours
Speed Time
30 km/h
60 km/h
90 km/h
120 km/h
Houston, United States

Local time:

Time Zone: America/Chicago

Coordinates: 29.7633° N 95.3633° W

Elevation: 30 m (98 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • William P Hobby Airport (HOU)
  • Andrau Airpark (AAP)
  • George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
  • Ellington Airport (EFD)
  • West Houston Airport (IWS)
Memphis, United States

Local time:

Time Zone: America/Chicago

Coordinates: 35.1495° N 90.049° W

Elevation: 84 m (276 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • Memphis International Airport (MEM)
  • Millington-Memphis Airport (NQA)
  • Olive Branch Airport (OLV)
  • Tunica Municipal Airport (UTM)
  • Tunica Municipal Airport (UTA)

Other distances from Houston

Distance between cities Kilometers
From Houston to New York City 2,283 km
From Houston to Los Angeles 2,211 km
From Houston to Chicago 1,510 km
From Houston to Phoenix 1,635 km
From Houston to Philadelphia 2,158 km

Other distances from Memphis

Distances between cities Kilometers
From Memphis to New York City 1,537 km
From Memphis to Los Angeles 2,581 km
From Memphis to Chicago 773 km
From Memphis to Houston 778 km
From Memphis to Phoenix 2,032 km

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