How to travel from Memphis to Dallas, United States of America

The distance between Memphis and Dallas is around 447 miles (719km) and the quickest way to get there is to take the bus and then fly which takes around 2h 55m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Memphis to Dallas by bus, plane and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Bus and Plane

Take the bus to American Way Transit Center then fly from Memphis (MEM) to Dallas (DAL).

  • Duration2h 55m
  • Flight time1h 25m
  • Typical cost
    $320
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Bus

Take the bus to Dallas Tx - 801 South Riverfront Boulevard.

  • Duration8h 45m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    $62
Operated by

Megabus

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Drive

Drive to Dallas.

  • Duration7h 15m
  • Distance453 miles (729km)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Memphis and Dallas

There are several options for getting from Memphis to Dallas by bus, plane and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around $62 and will take around 8h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the bus and then fly and arrive in approximately 2h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately $320.

The distance between Memphis and Dallas is around 447 miles (719km). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 420 miles (676km)

It takes around 2h 55m to get from Memphis and Dallas by bus and plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 7h 15m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Memphis to Dallas is to take the bus and then fly which takes around 2h 55m and will set you back approx $320.

The cheapest way to travel between Memphis and Dallas, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around $62 for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Memphis and Dallas. We recommend that you take the bus to American Way Transit Center then fly from Memphis (MEM) to Dallas (DAL). instead which will take 2h 55m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Memphis and Dallas. It typically takes around 8h 45m and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Memphis to Dallas. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Airways Transit Center. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 8h 45m.

Megabus and Greyhound USA run regular bus services between Memphis and Dallas. Buses run once daily and take around 8h 45m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Memphis to Dallas. We recommend that you take the bus to American Way Transit Center then fly from Memphis (MEM) to Dallas (DAL). instead which will take 2h 55m.

The closest major airport to Dallas is Dallas Love Field (DAL) (DAL) which is approximately 9km (6 miles) from Dallas. Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) (DFW) and Waco Municipal Airport (ACT) (ACT) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Memphis and Dallas. The distance is around 453 miles (729km) by road and it will take around 7h 15m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Memphis to Dallas is to take the bus and then fly which takes, on average, 2h 55m and will usually cost around $320.

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Compare travel optionsbetween Memphis and Dallas

Transport options from Memphis to Dallas
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus and Plane + 1 similar
2h 55m
$320
hourly719km (447 miles)
Bus to American Way Transit Center, Fly4h 20m
$185
hourly760km (472 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
8h 45m
$62
once daily766km (476 miles)
Bus to Dallas9h 50m
$72
twice daily771km (479 miles)
Drive
7h 15m
$45
on demand729km (453 miles)

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Airports near Dallas

The following major airports near Dallas offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United States of America and internationally.

DAL
Dallas Love Field (DAL)
Domestic Airport
Distance
6 miles (9km) from Dallas
DFW
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
International Airport
Distance
16 miles (26km) from Dallas
ACT
Waco Municipal Airport (ACT)
Domestic Airport
Distance
84 miles (136km) from Dallas