What is the cheapest way to get from Washington DC to Memphis?

The cheapest way to get from Washington DC to Memphis is to drive which costs $140 - $220 and takes 14h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Washington DC to Memphis?

The fastest way to get from Washington DC to Memphis is to fly which takes 5h 26m and costs $220 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Washington DC and Memphis?

No, there is no direct bus from Washington DC to Memphis. However, there are services departing from 11 St NW+F St NW and arriving at 3RD STREET at EXCHANGE AVENUE via Washington Union Station, Nashville Bus Station and Airways Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 5m.

How far is it from Washington DC to Memphis?

The distance between Washington DC and Memphis is 785 miles. The road distance is 864.6 miles.

How do I travel from Washington DC to Memphis without a car?

The best way to get from Washington DC to Memphis without a car is to bus which takes 22h 5m and costs $150 - $250.

How long does it take to get from Washington DC to Memphis?

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Washington DC to Memphis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Washington DC to Memphis bus from?

Washington DC to Memphis bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Washington Union Station.

Bus or fly from Washington DC to Memphis?

The best way to get from Washington DC to Memphis is to fly which takes 5h 26m and costs $220 - $1,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $150 - $250 and takes 22h 5m.

Where does the Washington DC to Memphis bus arrive?

Washington DC to Memphis bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Nashville Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Washington DC and Memphis?

Memphis is 1h behind Washington DC. It is currently 12:28 AM in Washington DC and 11:28 PM in Memphis.

Can I drive from Washington DC to Memphis?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington DC to Memphis is 865 miles. It takes approximately 14h 39m to drive from Washington DC to Memphis.

Where can I stay near Memphis?

There are 430+ hotels available in Memphis.

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Fly Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Memphis
best
1. Fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Memphis (MEM)plane DCA - MEM
5h 26m
$224–1,205
Fly Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Huntsville International Airport-Carl T Jones Field, drive
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1. Fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Huntsville International Airport-Carl T Jones Field (HSV)plane DCA - HSV
2. Drive from Huntsville International Airport-Carl T Jones Field (HSV) to Memphiscar
7h 21m
$133–654
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1. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Nashville Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0600
2. Take the bus from Nashville Bus Station to Memphis Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0600 / ...
22h 5m
$153–243
Drive 859.6 mi
1. Drive from Washington DC to Memphiscar 859.6 mi
14h 39m
$147–213
Train to Baltimore-Washington International Airport, fly to Memphis
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to BWI Thurgood Marshalltrain
2. Fly from Baltimore-Washington International Airport (BWI) to Memphis (MEM)plane BWI - MEM
6h 2m
$195–1,653

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Distance: 780.4 mi
Duration: 5h 26m

What companies run services between Washington DC, USA and Memphis, TN, USA?

American Airlines, Delta, and Southwest Airlines fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Memphis (MEM) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Washington DC to 3RD STREET at EXCHANGE AVENUE via 11 St NW+F St NW, Massachusetts Av NE+1 St NE, Washington Union Station, Nashville Bus Station, and Airways Transit Center in around 22h 5m.

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