Ground Freight Route
MemphisAtlanta
MEMATL
Distance
337 mi
Ground Transit
## Days
Service Frequency
Daily Departures
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Logistics Infrastructure Profile
Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.
ME
Origin Port
Memphis
Infrastructure Highlights
- Integrated air cargo facilities centered on the FedEx Express global hub
- Major rail intermodal yards connecting to eastern and western U.S. networks
- Dense interstate highway access via I-40 and I-55 for regional trucking
- Specialized air freight handling for time-sensitive and high-value shipments
Key Exports
Agricultural products (soybeans, cotton, grains)Automotive parts and machineryMedical devices and pharmaceuticalsProcessed foods and consumer goodsAir-shipped express parcels and high-value electronics
Export Compliance
Exporters should ensure compliance with U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and screen parties against restricted and denied party lists.
AT
Destination Port
Atlanta
Infrastructure Highlights
- Well-developed interstate highway connectivity via I-75, I-85, and I-20 facilitates high-volume ground freight.
- Strategic air cargo operations at Hartsfield–Jackson manage time-sensitive and high-value shipments.
- Well-connected rail infrastructure with Class I railroads facilitates intermodal transfers between air and ground networks.
- Up-to-date warehousing and distribution centers in the metro area handle regional and national fulfillment.
Key Imports
Consumer electronics and appliancesApparel, footwear, and retail goodsAutomotive components and finished vehicles (via rail/truck from seaports)Industrial machinery and capital equipmentPharmaceuticals and healthcare products
Import Regulations
All inbound cargo moving through Atlanta are subject to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations and accurate customs declarations.