How far is Apison, TN from New South Memphis, TN?

The driving distance from Apison, TN to New South Memphis, TN is about 331.7 miles (533.8 km), with a travel time of about 05h 34m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 284.7 miles (458.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 08m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
331.69 mi
05h 34m
Flight
284.66 mi
458.12 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
284.66 mi
Kilometers
458.12 km
Flight Time
00h 34m

Driving Distance

Road route
331.69 mi
Kilometers
533.8 km
Drive Time
05h 34m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 34m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in New South Memphis
Wed, Apr 15, 12:56 AM CDT
Return by in Apison
Wed, Apr 15, 7:30 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Apison
2026-04-14T20:22
Arrive New South Memphis
Wed, Apr 15, 1:56 AM EDT
Route Timing
05h 34m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
10:34 AM to 12:34 PM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
5:52 AM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Apison
9:00 PM EDT
Early departure recommended

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Minor Hill
TN

City in Giles County, Tennessee, United States

From Apison
165.7 mi
02h 47m
To New South Memphis
166 mi
02h 47m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
85°F
Tuesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Tue, Apr 14 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph S
Destination
86°F
Tuesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Tue, Apr 14 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph SSW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Apison and New South Memphis.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Apison and New South Memphis.

  1. 1

    Start on Apison Pike

    6.5 mi · 12 min · Apison Pike

  2. 2

    Continue on Volkswagen Drive

    1506 ft · 43 sec · Volkswagen Drive

  3. 3

    Take the ramp sharp left

    1571 ft · 35 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left

    6.9 mi · 9 min

  5. 5

    Take the exit slight right toward I 24 West: Chattanooga, Nashville

    1.1 km · 56 sec

  6. 6

    Continue on Chattanooga, Nashville

    33.3 mi · 39 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward US 72 West: South Pittsburg

    977 ft · 33 sec

  8. 8

    Continue on North Cedar Avenue

    17.8 mi · 20 min · North Cedar Avenue

  9. 9

    Continue on Lee Highway

    1.3 km · 56 sec · Lee Highway

  10. 10

    Continue on John T Reid Parkway

    2 mi · 2 min · John T Reid Parkway

  11. 11

    Continue on Lee Highway

    2 mi · 2 min · Lee Highway

  12. 12

    Continue on John T Reid Parkway

    69.9 mi · 1 hr 20 min · John T Reid Parkway

  13. 13

    Continue on Huntsville-Decatur Highway

    3.5 mi · 4 min · Huntsville-Decatur Highway

  14. 14

    Continue on Bee Line Highway

    1.6 mi · 2 min · Bee Line Highway

  15. 15

    Keep slight right

    59.6 mi · 1 hr 14 min

  16. 16

    Continue straight

    22.3 mi · 26 min

  17. 17

    Continue straight

    1.5 mi · 2 min

  18. 18

    Continue on Highway 72

    9.5 mi · 12 min · Highway 72

  19. 19

    Continue straight

    1.4 mi · 2 min

  20. 20

    Continue straight

    44.4 mi · 53 min

  21. 21

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward US 72 West: Memphis

    47 m · 2 sec

  22. 22

    Exit the roundabout onto US 72 West: Memphis

    13.5 mi · 16 min

  23. 23

    Keep slight left to continue on Collierville, Memphis

    8.4 mi · 11 min

  24. 24

    Take the exit slight left toward TN 385 West, To I-240: Memphis

    1912 ft · 47 sec

  25. 25

    Merge slight left onto Bill Morris Parkway

    13.8 mi · 17 min · Bill Morris Parkway

  26. 26

    Keep slight left to continue on I 240 West: Jackson Miss

    1.3 km · 1 min

  27. 27

    Keep slight left to continue on I 240 West: Jackson Mississippi

    1056 ft · 16 sec

  28. 28

    Merge slight left onto Avron B Fogelman Expressway

    5.7 mi · 8 min · Avron B Fogelman Expressway

  29. 29

    Continue on W B Fowler Senior Expressway

    3.7 mi · 5 min · W B Fowler Senior Expressway

  30. 30

    Take the exit slight right toward US 61: Vicksburg, Third Street

    539 ft · 13 sec

  31. 31

    Keep slight right to continue on US 61 North: Third Street

    1214 ft · 30 sec

  32. 32

    Turn straight onto South Third Street

    2014 ft · 36 sec · South Third Street

  33. 33

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · South Third Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Apison and New South Memphis.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Long-distance drive

This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.

Directions
33 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
10
3 merges, 7 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
9.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Bee Line Highway
85 mi · 26%
John T Reid Parkway
71.9 mi · 22%
Highway 72
55.3 mi · 17%
Chattanooga
33.3 mi · 10%
North Cedar Avenue
17.8 mi · 5%
Bill Morris Parkway
13.8 mi · 4%
Longest Stretch

John T Reid Parkway

Continue on John T Reid Parkway

69.9 mi · 01h 20m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A longer out-and-back drive

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

Drive Time
05h 34m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
11h 08m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+47 mi
284.7 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Minor Hill
02h 47m from Apison
Leave By
5:52 AM EDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Apison and Mostly Sunny near New South Memphis.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Apison to New South Memphis?

The road trip is about 331.7 miles (533.8 km) and usually takes 05h 34m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Minor Hill is a useful midpoint, sitting about 165.7 miles from Apison and 166 miles from New South Memphis.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 284.7 miles (458.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 47 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.

When is the best time to leave for this route?

A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:52 AM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $44.16 one way or $88.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 104.1 kg one way.

Do you cross a time zone on this route?

Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Apison and New South Memphis, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Apison and Mostly Sunny near New South Memphis.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Apison and New South Memphis. Straight-line distance: 284.66 mi (458.12 km).

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#1 Apison

Apison is a place in Tennessee, United States.

Population0
Coordinates35.0239600, -85.0238400
Altitude262
CountryUnited States
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#2 New South Memphis

This area of Memphis, situated in Shelby County at an elevation of 259 feet, is known for its rich musical heritage, particularly its influence on blues and rock and roll.

Population641,608
Coordinates35.0867600, -90.0567600
Altitude79
CountryUnited States
Start: Apison Pike (-85.023895, 35.023936)
End: South Third Street (-90.05674, 35.086758)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 534 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)11h 03m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)08h 17m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)06h 38m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)05h 31m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)04h 44m
80 mph (129 km/h)04h 08m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
11.71 gal
44.31 L · about $44.16
Round trip
$88.32
23.42 gal · 88.62 L
Estimated CO2
104.1 kg one way
Round trip: 208.1 kg / 459 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $44.16 $88.32
Mid-grade $4.25 $49.80 $99.61
Premium $4.65 $54.50 $109.00
Diesel $5.30 $62.11 $124.22

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Tennessee · Apr 15, 2026

Please keep in mind that there is a 1 hour time gap between Apison, TN and New South Memphis, TN. The current time in Apison is 20:22:31, although it is 19:22:31 in New South Memphis.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.