How far is Covington, TN from New South Memphis, TN?
The driving distance from Covington, TN to New South Memphis, TN is about 45.7 miles (73.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 40.3 miles (64.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 56m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 58m.
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 Shelby County, Tennessee, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Covington and New South Memphis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Covington and New South Memphis.
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Start on West Court Square
56 m · 10 sec · West Court Square
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Turn left onto West Pleasant Avenue
53 m · 4 sec · West Pleasant Avenue
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Turn left onto East Court Square
92 m · 15 sec · East Court Square
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Turn left onto East Liberty Avenue
925 ft · 22 sec · East Liberty Avenue
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Turn left
36.8 mi · 52 min
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Continue on North Danny Thomas Boulevard
1147 ft · 28 sec · North Danny Thomas Boulevard
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 40 West: Little Rock
1317 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left
694 ft · 11 sec
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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
1.5 mi · 3 min · North 2nd Street
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Turn left onto East G. E. Patterson Avenue
558 ft · 13 sec · East G. E. Patterson Avenue
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Turn right onto South B. B. King Boulevard
2970 ft · 54 sec · South B. B. King Boulevard
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Continue on South Third Street
2.6 mi · 4 min · 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 Covington and New South 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.
Longest stretch
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36.8 mi · 00h 52m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Covington and Mostly Clear near New South Memphis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Covington to New South Memphis?
The road trip is about 45.7 miles (73.6 km) and usually takes 00h 58m 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?
Millington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.3 miles from Covington and 24.4 miles from New South Memphis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 40.3 miles (64.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.4 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:34 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.55 one way or $13.10 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Covington and Mostly Clear near New South Memphis.
Stop Ideas Near Millington
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 Millington.
Central Station
Newbern–Dyersburg
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Covington and New South Memphis. Straight-line distance: 40.29 mi (64.84 km).
#1 Covington
City in Tipton County, Tennessee, United States
| Population | 8,810 |
| Coordinates | 35.5642500, -89.6464700 |
| Altitude | 102 |
| 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: 74 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 34m |
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 | $4.07 | $6.55 | $13.10 |
| Mid-grade | $4.53 | $7.29 | $14.58 |
| Premium | $4.94 | $7.95 | $15.90 |
| Diesel | $6.22 | $10.01 | $20.01 |
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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