Distance from Memphis to Houston by Car and Plane
The flight distance from Memphis (TN) to Houston (TX) is 484 miles or 779 kilometers or 421 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Memphis to Houston is 566 miles (911 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 82 miles or 132 km.
Flight distance from Memphis, TN to Houston, TX in miles and km?
The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Memphis and Houston is 484 miles or 779 km.The nearest airport to Memphis, is Memphis International Airport (MEM) and the nearest airport to Houston, is George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (IAH).
What is the average flight time from Memphis to Houston?
Flight time from Memphis, TN to Houston, TX is 1 hours 6 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.
Memphis to Houston Flight Route Map
Map Showing the Distance Between Memphis, TN and Houston, TXThis map shows the distance from Memphis, TN, Usa to Houston, TX, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Memphis, Tennessee to Houston, Texas is displayed below.
Driving distance from Memphis, TN to Houston, TX
The driving distance from Memphis, Tennessee to Houston, Texas is 566 miles or 911 km.
The total driving distance from Memphis, TN to Houston, TX is 566 miles or 911 kilometers. Your trip begins in Memphis, Tennessee. It ends in Houston, Texas.
The driving distance from Memphis, Tennessee to Houston, Texas is approximately 566 miles (911 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 10 to 11 hours under normal conditions.
Driving time from Memphis, TN to Houston, TX
How long is the drive from Memphis, TN to Houston, TX?The total driving time is 10 hours, 26 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Memphis to Houston take?
Memphis and Houston are 10 hours 26 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
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 Houston
Time difference between Memphis (TN) and Houston (TX) is 0 Hours.
| Current local time in Memphis | Current local time in Houston |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-19, 06:14:49 CST | 2025-12-19, 06:14:49 CST |
How Far is it Between Memphis Tennessee, USA and Houston Texas, USA?
You can compare air and road distance between Memphis, TN and Houston, TX in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.
| Distance type | Miles | Kilometers | Nautical miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Driving distance | 566 mi | 911 km | 491.51 nmi |
| Straight line distance | 484 mi | 779 km | 421 nmi |
| Difference | 82 mi | 132 km | 70 nmi |
Memphis Details
Memphis is located in Tennessee, USA.
| GPS Coordinates | Latitude: N 35° 8' 58.3'' Longitude: W 90° 2' 56.3'' |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 35.14953 |
| Longitude | -90.04898 |
| State | Tennessee |
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Houston Details
Houston is located in Texas, USA.
| GPS Coordinates | Latitude: N 29° 47' 8.7'' Longitude: W 95° 23' 19.7'' |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 29.78574 |
| Longitude | -95.38881 |
| State | Texas |
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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Memphis, TN and Houston, TX
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48 km/h) | 18 hours 58 minutes |
| 40 mph (64 km/h) | 14 hours 14 minutes |
| 45 mph (72 km/h) | 12 hours 39 minutes |
| 50 mph (80 km/h) | 11 hours 23 minutes |
| 55 mph (88 km/h) | 10 hours 21 minutes |
| 60 mph (96 km/h) | 9 hours 29 minutes |
| 65 mph (104 km/h) | 8 hours 45 minutes |
| 70 mph (112 km/h) | 8 hours 8 minutes |
| 75 mph (120 km/h) | 7 hours 35 minutes |
| 80 mph (128 km/h) | 7 hours 7 minutes |
| 85 mph (136 km/h) | 6 hours 41 minutes |