Distance from Memphis to Raleigh (United States)

The distance between Memphis, Tennessee and Raleigh, North Carolina is 1,037 kilometers (645 miles).

Memphis, Tennessee, United States

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

Memphis is located in the southwestern part of Tennessee, while Raleigh is situated in the central part of North Carolina, both being significant urban centers in their respective states. The straight-line distance between them is 1,037 kilometers, heading east.

Both cities are at a similar altitude, with Memphis at 84 meters above sea level and Raleigh at 99 meters.

Driving route

The car route from Memphis to Raleigh covers approximately 1080 km, passing through major highways like I-40 E, traversing regions such as Nashville, Knoxville, and the Appalachian Mountains before reaching Raleigh.

Lugares de interés en la ruta: Nashville, Knoxville, Appalachian Mountains, Great Smoky Mountains.

Travel information

Summary

The trip from Memphis to Raleigh crosses diverse landscapes, including the Mississippi River, Appalachian Mountains, and urban areas like Nashville.

Best time to travel

Spring and fall are ideal for travel due to mild temperatures in Raleigh. Summer offers vibrant festivals, while winter is less crowded.

Climate

Raleigh generally experiences a more humid climate compared to Memphis, with warmer summers and milder winters.

Accessibility

Raleigh offers extensive public transportation and accessible facilities, similar to Memphis, enhancing mobility for visitors.

Travel time

Mode Estimated time
Bicycle 1-2 days
Motorcycle 14-16 hours
Car 10-12 hours
Airplane 1-2 hours
Speed Time
50 km/h
100 km/h
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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)
Raleigh, United States

Local time:

Time Zone: America/New_York

Coordinates: 35.7721° N 78.6386° W

Elevation: 99 m (325 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
  • Louisburg, Franklin County Airport (LFN)
  • Rocky Mount-Wilson Regional Airport (RWI)
  • Pope Field (POB)
  • Simmons Army Air Field (FBG)

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 Raleigh

Distances between cities Kilometers
From Raleigh to New York City 682 km
From Raleigh to Los Angeles 3,600 km
From Raleigh to Chicago 1,032 km
From Raleigh to Houston 1,700 km
From Raleigh to Phoenix 3,063 km

Cities within similar distances

The following list contains the cities of United States that are at equal or similar distances as between Memphis and Raleigh.

From To Distance (kilometers)
Paris, France Vienna, Austria 1,037 km
Detroit, United States Kansas City, United States 1,037 km
Buenos Aires, Argentina Asunción, Paraguay 1,036 km
Berlin, Germany Birmingham, United Kingdom 1,038 km
San Juan, Puerto Rico Santiago de Cuba, Cuba 1,036 km
Columbus, United States South Boston, United States 1,036 km
Santiago de los Caballeros, Dominican Republic Barranquilla, Colombia 1,036 km
London, United Kingdom Prague, Czechia 1,036 km
Boston, United States Columbus, United States 1,036 km
Houston, United States Kansas City, United States 1,038 km
Mexico City, Mexico Culiacán, Mexico 1,038 km
New York City, United States Indianapolis, United States 1,039 km
Fort Worth, United States Denver, United States 1,039 km
Gustavo Adolfo Madero, Mexico Culiacán, Mexico 1,035 km
Quito, Ecuador Montería, Colombia 1,035 km
New South Memphis, United States Raleigh, United States 1,039 km
Winnipeg, Canada Milwaukee, United States 1,039 km
Abuja, Nigeria Kumasi, Ghana 1,039 km
Prague, Czechia Islington, United Kingdom 1,034 km

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