How far is Memphis, TN from Bluff City, TN?
The estimated driving distance from Memphis, TN to Bluff City, TN is about 525.9 miles (846.4 km), with a travel time of about 09h 13m by car.
- This page is using an estimated road distance while the full route geometry is refreshed.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 445.7 miles (717.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 18h 26m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Marion County, Tennessee, United States
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Route Summary
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Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Sunny leaving Memphis and Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Bluff City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Memphis to Bluff City?
The road trip is about 525.9 miles (846.4 km) and usually takes 09h 13m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
New Hope is a useful midpoint, sitting about 222.9 miles from Memphis and 303.1 miles from Bluff City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 445.7 miles (717.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 80.2 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM CDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $69.99 one way or $139.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 164.9 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Memphis and Bluff City, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Memphis and Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Bluff City.
Stop Ideas Near New Hope
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Nashville, TN
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Memphis and Bluff City. Straight-line distance: 445.73 mi (717.33 km).
#1 Memphis
The twenty-ninth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Memphis metropolitan area.
| Population | 649,705 |
| Coordinates | 35.1495300, -90.0489800 |
| Altitude | 78 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bluff City
City in Harper County, Kansas, United States of America
| Population | 1,670 |
| Coordinates | 36.4742700, -82.2609700 |
| Altitude | 442 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bluff City (-82.26097, 36.47427)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 846 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 17h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 13h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 10h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 08h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 07h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 06h 33m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $69.99 | $139.98 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $78.94 | $157.87 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $86.38 | $172.76 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $98.44 | $196.88 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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