How far is Brighton, TN from Memphis, TN?
The driving distance from Brighton, TN to Memphis, TN is about 32.8 miles (52.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 43m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 29.5 miles (47.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 26m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Shelby County, Tennessee, United States of America
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Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brighton and Memphis.
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Start on East Kenwood Avenue
1.3 km · 2 min · East Kenwood Avenue
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Turn left
29.1 mi · 40 min
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Continue on North Danny Thomas Boulevard
1 km · 1 min · North Danny Thomas Boulevard
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Turn right onto Poplar Avenue
1692 ft · 36 sec · Poplar Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Poplar Avenue
Car Route Details
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Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
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29.1 mi · 00h 40m
Route Summary
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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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Brighton and Partly Sunny near Memphis.
Trip Questions
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How long does it take to drive from Brighton to Memphis?
The road trip is about 32.8 miles (52.8 km) and usually takes 00h 43m 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?
Millington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.4 miles from Brighton and 17.4 miles from Memphis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 29.5 miles (47.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.3 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 7:04 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.37 one way or $8.75 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Brighton and Partly Sunny near Memphis.
Stop Ideas Near Millington
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Brighton and Memphis. Straight-line distance: 29.45 mi (47.4 km).
#1 Brighton
Brighton is a place in Tennessee, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 35.4839700, -89.7250800 |
| Altitude | 104 |
| 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 (-90.048926, 35.149666)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 53 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 24m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $4.37 | $8.75 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.93 | $9.87 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $5.40 | $10.80 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $6.15 | $12.31 |
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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