Distance from Memphis to Tulsa (United States)

The distance between Memphis, Tennessee and Tulsa, Oklahoma is 550 kilometers (341 miles).

Memphis, Tennessee, United States

Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States

Memphis is located in the southwestern corner of Tennessee along the Mississippi River, while Tulsa is situated in the northeastern part of Oklahoma, both within the central United States. The straight-line distance between them is 550 kilometers, heading west.

Memphis is at 84 meters above sea level, while Tulsa is at 226 meters.

Driving route

The drive from Memphis to Tulsa covers approximately 640 kilometers, primarily via I-40 W and US-69 N, passing through Little Rock and the Ozark National Forest, offering a scenic view of the region.

Lugares de interés en la ruta: Little Rock, Ozark National Forest, Arkansas River.

Travel information

Summary

The trip from Memphis to Tulsa crosses the Mississippi River, traverses the Ozark Plateau, and reaches the Arkansas River.

Best time to travel

Spring and fall are ideal for travel due to mild temperatures, while summer offers vibrant festivals in Tulsa.

Climate

Tulsa generally experiences more extreme temperatures than Memphis, with hotter summers and colder winters.

Accessibility

Tulsa offers a range of accessibility features, including public transport options and accessible public spaces, similar to Memphis.

Travel time

Mode Estimated time
Bicycle 1-2 days
Motorcycle 8-10 hours
Car 6-8 hours
Helicopter 2-3 hours
Airplane 45-60 minutes
Speed Time
30 km/h
60 km/h
90 km/h
120 km/h
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)
Tulsa, United States

Local time:

Time Zone: America/Chicago

Coordinates: 36.154° N 95.9928° W

Elevation: 226 m (741 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • Tulsa International Airport (TUL)
  • Richard Lloyd Jones Jr Airport (RVS)
  • Okmulgee Regional Airport (OKM)
  • Stroud Municipal Airport (SUD)
  • Cushing Municipal Airport (CUH)

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 Tulsa

Distances between cities Kilometers
From Tulsa to New York City 1,979 km
From Tulsa to Los Angeles 2,038 km
From Tulsa to Chicago 959 km
From Tulsa to Houston 711 km
From Tulsa to Phoenix 1,500 km

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