How far is Blaine, TN from New South Memphis, TN?
Fastest route
To travel from Blaine, Tennessee, to New South Memphis, Memphis, TN 38109, you will cover approximately 412 miles (663 kilometers) via I-40 W. The estimated travel time is 6 hours and 18 minutes. The route includes driving on I-40 W and I-55 N. Please be aware that your destination is in a different time zone.
Directions
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Head Southwest on Bates Dr toward Rutledge Pike
- 🚗 Tip: Check your vehicle's fuel and ensure it is in good condition before starting the journey.
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Turn left onto US-11W S/Rutledge Pike
- 🛣️ Tip: Plan for rest stops along the way to stretch and relax during the long drive.
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Use the right lane to take the ramp onto I-40 W
- 🚦 Tip: Stay alert and follow traffic rules while merging onto the highway.
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Continue on I-40 W. Drive to US-61 N/S 3rd St in Memphis. Take exit 7 from I-55 N
- 🗺️ Tip: Use a GPS or navigation app to stay on the correct route and avoid getting lost.
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Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 376 for I-140 E toward Maryville
- 🌇 Tip: If possible, begin your journey early in the day to avoid rush hour traffic.
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Keep left at the fork and merge onto I-40 W/I-75 S
- ⛽ Tip: Refuel at appropriate gas stations along the way to avoid running out of fuel.
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Use the left 3 lanes to take exit 213A for I-440 W toward Memphis
- 📅 Tip: Plan your trip considering possible weather conditions and potential delays.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🕒 Tip: Adjust your watch or clock when you reach your destination to match the new time zone.
- 📍 Tip: Familiarize yourself with the route and have a map handy in case of any navigation issues.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 06h 18m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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.
City in Davidson County, Tennessee, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Blaine and New South Memphis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blaine and New South Memphis.
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Start on Bates Drive
73 m · 16 sec · Bates Drive
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Turn left onto Rutledge Pike
14.2 mi · 16 min · Rutledge Pike
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Take the exit slight right
1727 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left
23.6 mi · 28 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Nashville
154.8 mi · 2 hr 47 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 24 West, I 40 West: Nashville
2.1 mi · 3 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 40 West: Huntsville, Memphis
2263 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight right onto Downtown Loop
1 km · 52 sec · Downtown Loop
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Continue on Downtown Loop
2.3 mi · 3 min · Downtown Loop
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Keep slight left to continue on I 40 West: Memphis
196.9 mi · 3 hr 34 min
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Continue on Sam Cooper Boulevard
1.6 mi · 2 min · Sam Cooper Boulevard
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Take the exit slight right toward Perkins Road
1105 ft · 35 sec
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Turn left onto North Perkins Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · North Perkins Road
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Continue on Perkins Extended
1.3 mi · 2 min · Perkins Extended
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Continue on South Perkins Road
2.3 mi · 4 min · South Perkins Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 240 West
1639 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left onto Avron B Fogelman Expressway
4.5 mi · 6 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 · 38 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 Blaine and New South Memphis.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 40 West
Keep slight left to continue on I 40 West: Memphis
197 mi · 03h 34m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Partly Sunny leaving Blaine and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near New South Memphis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Blaine to New South Memphis?
The road trip is about 411.8 miles (662.7 km) and usually takes 06h 18m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Belle Meade is a useful midpoint, sitting about 205.3 miles from Blaine and 206.5 miles from New South Memphis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 364.2 miles (586.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 47.6 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 7:30 AM EDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $54.79 one way or $109.59 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 129.1 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Blaine 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 Partly Sunny around Blaine and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near New South Memphis.
Stop Ideas Near Belle Meade
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 Belle Meade.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Blaine and New South Memphis. Straight-line distance: 364.27 mi (586.24 km).
#1 Blaine
City in Grainger County, Tennessee, United States
| Population | 1,869 |
| Coordinates | 36.1542500, -83.7040700 |
| Altitude | 293 |
| 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: 663 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 13h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 10h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 08h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 05h 08m |
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 | $54.79 | $109.59 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $61.80 | $123.59 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $67.62 | $135.25 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $77.07 | $154.13 |
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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