Memphis to Fort Lauderdale by train
Fort Lauderdale lies 1,379 km (857 mi) south-east of Memphis, +1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 18 h 39 min at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 1,682 km (1,045 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Memphis | Fort Lauderdale | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 633,104 | 183,146 |
| Elevation | 84 m (276 ft) | 20 m (66 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
| Stations on record | Central Station, Memphis Union Station | Fort Lauderdale station, Fort Lauderdale, Cypress Creek |
| Postal codes | 37501–38197 | 33301–33394 |
Clocks in Fort Lauderdale are 1 h ahead of Memphis right now, so a 18 h 39 min journey lands 19 h 39 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Fort Lauderdale from Memphis?
1,379 km (857 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Memphis; by road roughly 1,682 km (1,045 mi).
How long does it take to get from Memphis to Fort Lauderdale by train?
About 18 h 39 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Memphis and Fort Lauderdale?
Fort Lauderdale is 1 h ahead at the moment (America/New_York against America/Chicago).
Where these facts come from
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- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.