How far is Cookeville, TN from New South Memphis, TN?
The driving distance from Cookeville, TN to New South Memphis, TN is about 293.8 miles (472.9 km), with a travel time of about 04h 33m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 266.4 miles (428.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 06m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CST.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 33m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Perry County, Tennessee, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cookeville and New South Memphis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cookeville and New South Memphis.
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Start on South Dixie Avenue
82 m · 16 sec · South Dixie Avenue
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Turn right onto East Spring Street
1 km · 1 min · East Spring Street
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Turn left onto South Willow Avenue
2 mi · 4 min · South Willow Avenue
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Take the ramp right
1315 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
72.2 mi · 1 hr 17 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 · 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 Cookeville 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.
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.
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.
Areas Of Fog leaving Cookeville and Mostly 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 Cookeville to New South Memphis?
The road trip is about 293.8 miles (472.9 km) and usually takes 04h 33m 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?
Lobelville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 146.3 miles from Cookeville and 147.5 miles from New South Memphis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 266.4 miles (428.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.4 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:54 AM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $38.18 one way or $76.36 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 92.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Areas Of Fog around Cookeville and Mostly Sunny near New South Memphis.
Stop Ideas Near Lobelville
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 Lobelville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cookeville and New South Memphis. Straight-line distance: 266.38 mi (428.7 km).
#1 Cookeville
City in Tennessee, United States
| Population | 35,060 |
| Coordinates | 36.1628400, -85.5016400 |
| Altitude | 334 |
| 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: 473 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 52m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 39m |
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 | $3.68 | $38.18 | $76.36 |
| Mid-grade | $4.15 | $43.04 | $86.07 |
| Premium | $4.56 | $47.32 | $94.64 |
| Diesel | $5.90 | $61.15 | $122.30 |
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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