Distance from Memphis to Columbia by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Memphis (TN) to Columbia (SC) is 526 miles or 846 kilometers or 457 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Memphis to Columbia is 601 miles (968 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 75 miles or 122 km.

Memphis to Columbia Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Memphis, TN and Columbia, SC
This map shows the distance from Memphis, TN, Usa to Columbia, SC, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Memphis, Tennessee to Columbia, South Carolina is displayed below.

Driving distance from Memphis, TN to Columbia, SC

The driving distance from Memphis, Tennessee to Columbia, South Carolina is 601 miles or 968 km.
The total driving distance from Memphis, TN to Columbia, SC is 601 miles or 968 kilometers. Your trip begins in Memphis, Tennessee. It ends in Columbia, South Carolina.
The driving distance from Memphis, Tennessee to Columbia, South Carolina is approximately 601 miles (968 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 11 to 12 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Memphis, TN to Columbia, SC

How long is the drive from Memphis, TN to Columbia, SC?
The total driving time is 11 hours, 21 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Memphis to Columbia take?
Memphis and Columbia are 11 hours 21 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.

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Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Memphis and Columbia

Time difference between Memphis (TN) and Columbia (SC) is 1 Hours.
Columbia time is 1 Hours ahead of Memphis.

Current local time in Memphis	Current local time in Columbia
2025-12-13, 01:28:07 CST	2025-12-13, 02:28:07 EST

How Far is it Between Memphis Tennessee, USA and Columbia South Carolina, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Memphis, TN and Columbia, SC in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	601 mi	968 km	521.91 nmi
Straight line distance	526 mi	846 km	457 nmi
Difference	75 mi	122 km	64 nmi

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