Distance from Memphis to Detroit (United States)

The distance between Memphis, Tennessee and Detroit, Michigan is 1,002 kilometers (623 miles).

Memphis, Tennessee, United States

Detroit, Michigan, United States

Memphis is located in the southwestern part of Tennessee, while Detroit is situated in the southeastern region of Michigan, both cities being significant urban centers in the United States. The straight-line distance between them is 1,002 kilometers, heading northeast.

Memphis is at 84 meters above sea level, while Detroit is at 192 meters.

Driving route

The car route from Memphis to Detroit travels through I-40 E and I-75 N, passing through Nashville and Cincinnati, crossing diverse landscapes and urban areas before reaching Detroit.

Lugares de interés en la ruta: Nashville, Cincinnati, Ohio River, Toledo.

Travel information

Summary

The trip from Memphis to Detroit crosses the Mississippi River, passes through the Ohio River Valley, and reaches the Great Lakes region.

Best time to travel

Travel in spring for mild weather and blooming landscapes, or in fall for colorful foliage and fewer tourists.

Climate

Detroit generally experiences colder winters and milder summers compared to Memphis, with more snowfall in winter.

Accessibility

Detroit offers extensive public transportation and accessible facilities, similar to Memphis, enhancing visitor experience.

Travel time

Mode Estimated time
Bicycle 1-2 days
Motorcycle 14-16 hours
Car 10-12 hours
Airplane 1-2 hours
Speed Time
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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)
Detroit, United States

Local time:

Time Zone: America/Detroit

Coordinates: 42.3314° N 83.0458° W

Elevation: 192 m (630 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • Detroit City Airport (DET)
  • Windsor Airport (YQG)
  • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
  • Selfridge Air National Guard Base (MTC)
  • Willow Run Airport (YIP)

Other distances from Memphis

Distance 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

Other distances from Detroit

Distances between cities Kilometers
From Detroit to New York City 775 km
From Detroit to Los Angeles 3,192 km
From Detroit to Chicago 385 km
From Detroit to Houston 1,778 km
From Detroit to Phoenix 2,721 km

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