How far is Clifton, TN from New South Memphis, TN?
The driving distance from Clifton, TN to New South Memphis, TN is about 144 miles (231.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 118.2 miles (190.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 08m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 34m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Tennessee, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Patchy Fog then Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Clifton and New South Memphis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clifton and New South Memphis.
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Start on West Water Street
1558 ft · 32 sec · West Water Street
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Turn slight left onto Walnut Street
141 m · 10 sec · Walnut Street
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Turn right onto West Pillow Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · West Pillow Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Billy Nance Boulevard
15.2 mi · 17 min · Billy Nance Boulevard
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Continue straight
8.1 mi · 10 min
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Turn left onto West Main Street
17.4 mi · 20 min · West Main Street
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Continue on West Church Sttreet
2.2 mi · 2 min · West Church Sttreet
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Continue straight
10.5 mi · 12 min
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Turn right onto Law Road
1.3 km · 1 min · Law Road
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Take the exit left
1042 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left
82.3 mi · 1 hr 30 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 · 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 Clifton and New South Memphis.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Law Road
Merge slight left
82.3 mi · 01h 30m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Patchy Fog then Sunny leaving Clifton and 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 Clifton to New South Memphis?
The road trip is about 144 miles (231.8 km) and usually takes 02h 34m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Bells is a useful midpoint, sitting about 76.9 miles from Clifton and 67.2 miles from New South Memphis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 118.2 miles (190.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.8 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:22 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.16 one way or $38.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Sunny around Clifton and Sunny near New South Memphis.
Stop Ideas Near Bells
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 Bells.
Newbern–Dyersburg
Fulton
Central Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Clifton and New South Memphis. Straight-line distance: 118.17 mi (190.17 km).
#1 Clifton
City in Wayne County, Tennessee, United States of America
| Population | 2,655 |
| Coordinates | 35.3870200, -87.9953100 |
| Altitude | 123 |
| 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: 232 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 47m |
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 | $19.16 | $38.31 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $21.61 | $43.21 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $23.64 | $47.28 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $26.94 | $53.89 |
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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