How far is Bartlett, TN from Memphis, TN?
The driving distance from Bartlett, TN to Memphis, TN is about 13.4 miles (21.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 10.6 miles (17 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 34m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 17m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bartlett and Memphis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bartlett and Memphis.
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Start on Stage Road
2.7 mi · 5 min · Stage Road
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Continue on James Road
580 ft · 14 sec · James Road
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Turn slight left onto TN 14:west
1072 ft · 39 sec
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Turn straight onto Austin Peay Highway
2425 ft · 41 sec · Austin Peay Highway
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 40 West: Little Rock
1 km · 45 sec
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Merge slight left onto Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Expressway
6.7 mi · 8 min · Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Expressway
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Keep slight left
2.1 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Second Street, Third Street
1209 ft · 30 sec
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Continue on North 2nd Street
1062 ft · 31 sec · North 2nd Street
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Turn left onto Poplar Avenue
62 m · 4 sec · Poplar Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Poplar Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bartlett and Memphis.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Expressway
Merge slight left onto Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Expressway
6.71 mi · 00h 08m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Bartlett and Sunny near Memphis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bartlett to Memphis?
The road trip is about 13.4 miles (21.6 km) and usually takes 00h 17m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
New South Memphis is a useful midpoint, sitting about 6.7 miles from Bartlett and 6.7 miles from Memphis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 10.6 miles (17 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.8 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.77 one way or $3.54 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Bartlett and Sunny near Memphis.
Stop Ideas Near New South Memphis
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to New South Memphis.
Central Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bartlett and Memphis. Straight-line distance: 10.59 mi (17.04 km).
#1 Bartlett
The most populous city in Shelby County, Tennessee.
| Population | 59,327 |
| Coordinates | 35.2045300, -89.8739800 |
| Altitude | 85 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Memphis
The twenty-ninth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Memphis metropolitan area.
| Population | 649,705 |
| Coordinates | 35.1495300, -90.0489800 |
| Altitude | 78 |
| Country | United States |
End: Poplar Avenue (-90.048923, 35.149674)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 22 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 10m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $1.77 | $3.54 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.00 | $4.00 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $2.19 | $4.37 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $2.49 | $4.99 |
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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