How far is Ardmore, TN from New South Memphis, TN?
The driving distance from Ardmore, TN to New South Memphis, TN is about 218.2 miles (351.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 181.7 miles (292.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 14m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ardmore and New South Memphis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ardmore and New South Memphis.
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Start on Main Street
19 m · 3 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Ardmore Avenue
2693 ft · 60 sec · Ardmore Avenue
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Turn right onto 6th Street
1354 ft · 29 sec · 6th Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto 1st Avenue West
130 m · 14 sec · 1st Avenue West
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Turn right onto 7th Street
2.1 mi · 4 min · 7th Street
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Take the ramp left toward Birmingham
813 ft · 20 sec
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Merge slight left onto Interstate 65 South
10.8 mi · 12 min · Interstate 65 South
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Continue on I 65
934 ft · 11 sec · I 65
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Continue on I-65
5.8 mi · 6 min · I-65
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Take the exit slight right toward Huntsville Brown's Ferry Road
1935 ft · 47 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Huntsville Brownsferry Road
59 m · 6 sec
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Turn straight onto Huntsville Brownsferry Road
1596 ft · 30 sec · Huntsville Brownsferry Road
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Continue on Huntsville-Brownsferry Road
1.2 km · 1 min · Huntsville-Brownsferry Road
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Turn left onto US Highway 31
7.1 mi · 9 min · US Highway 31
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Continue on Bee Line Highway
1.9 mi · 3 min · Bee Line Highway
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Keep slight right
59.6 mi · 1 hr 14 min
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Continue straight
22.3 mi · 26 min
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Continue straight
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Continue on Highway 72
9.5 mi · 12 min · Highway 72
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Continue straight
1.4 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
44.4 mi · 53 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward US 72 West: Memphis
47 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout onto US 72 West: Memphis
13.5 mi · 16 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Collierville, Memphis
8.4 mi · 11 min
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Take the exit slight left toward TN 385 West, To I-240: Memphis
1912 ft · 47 sec
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Merge slight left onto Bill Morris Parkway
13.8 mi · 17 min · Bill Morris Parkway
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Keep slight left to continue on I 240 West: Jackson Miss
1.3 km · 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 240 West: Jackson Mississippi
1056 ft · 16 sec
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Merge slight left onto Avron B Fogelman Expressway
5.7 mi · 8 min · Avron B Fogelman Expressway
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Continue on W B Fowler Senior Expressway
3.7 mi · 5 min · W B Fowler Senior Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 61: Vicksburg, Third Street
539 ft · 13 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 61 North: Third Street
1214 ft · 30 sec
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Turn straight onto South Third Street
2014 ft · 36 sec · South Third Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Third Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ardmore and New South Memphis.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Bee Line Highway
Keep slight right
59.6 mi · 01h 14m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Ardmore and Mostly Cloudy near New South Memphis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ardmore to New South Memphis?
The road trip is about 218.2 miles (351.1 km) and usually takes 03h 37m 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?
Michie is a useful midpoint, sitting about 108.1 miles from Ardmore and 110.2 miles from New South Memphis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 181.7 miles (292.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 36.5 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:46 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.04 one way or $58.07 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 68.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Ardmore and Mostly Cloudy near New South Memphis.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ardmore and New South Memphis. Straight-line distance: 181.71 mi (292.43 km).
#1 Ardmore
Human settlement in Giles County, Tennessee, United States of America
| Population | 1,218 |
| Coordinates | 34.9920300, -86.8466700 |
| Altitude | 270 |
| Country | United States |
#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.
| Population | 641,608 |
| Coordinates | 35.0867600, -90.0567600 |
| Altitude | 79 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Third Street (-90.05674, 35.086758)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 351 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 43m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $29.04 | $58.07 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $32.75 | $65.50 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $35.84 | $71.67 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $40.84 | $81.68 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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