Distance Guide
How far is Memphis from Knoxville?
The distance between Memphis, TN and Knoxville, TN is about 349 miles — roughly a 6 hr 21 min drive at typical highway speeds.
Distance
349 mi
Drive time
6 hr 21 min
Midpoint
35.555°, -86.985°
Driving from Memphis to Knoxville
Most drivers cover the 349-mile route in about 6 hr 21 min, depending on traffic, weather, and stops. The fair midpoint — a natural place to break the trip or meet someone driving from the other direction.
Meet in the middle instead of driving the whole way
If you and a friend are both making this trip just to see each other, meeting halfway saves everyone roughly half the drive — about 175 miles each instead of 349. MidMeetup picks the exact fair midpoint and recommends restaurants, coffee shops, and bars nearby.
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