How far is Decherd, TN from New South Memphis, TN?

The driving distance from Decherd, TN to New South Memphis, TN is about 260.4 miles (419 km), with a travel time of about 04h 28m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 224.9 miles (361.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 56m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
260.34 mi
04h 28m
Flight
224.84 mi
361.85 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
224.84 mi
Kilometers
361.85 km
Flight Time
00h 27m

Driving Distance

Road route
260.34 mi
Kilometers
418.98 km
Drive Time
04h 28m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 28m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in New South Memphis
Sat, May 30, 8:19 PM CDT
Return by in Decherd
Sun, May 31, 12:47 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Decherd
2026-05-30T15:51
Arrive New South Memphis
Sat, May 30, 8:19 PM CDT
Route Timing
04h 28m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
10:28 AM to 12:28 PM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
8:04 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Decherd
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

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.

Mid-route stop
Saint Joseph
TN

Small town in Tennessee

From Decherd
128.9 mi
02h 14m
To New South Memphis
131.5 mi
02h 14m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
82°F
This Afternoon

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Starts
Sat, May 30 2:00 PM CDT
Wind
0 mph
Destination
86°F
Saturday

Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny

Starts
Sat, May 30 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph NNW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Decherd and New South Memphis.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Decherd and New South Memphis.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    101 m · 16 sec

  2. 2

    Turn right onto West Main Street

    1.5 km · 1 min · West Main Street

  3. 3

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Decherd Boulevard

    1704 ft · 24 sec · Decherd Boulevard

  4. 4

    Continue on Dinah Shore Boulevard

    1.4 mi · 2 min · Dinah Shore Boulevard

  5. 5

    Continue on 1st Avenue Northeast

    2205 ft · 31 sec · 1st Avenue Northeast

  6. 6

    Continue on David Crockett Highway

    1.1 mi · 1 min · David Crockett Highway

  7. 7

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Rowe Gap Road

    74 m · 3 sec · Rowe Gap Road

  8. 8

    Exit the roundabout onto Rowe Gap Road

    1200 ft · 22 sec · Rowe Gap Road

  9. 9

    Turn right onto Veterans Memorial Drive

    2594 ft · 34 sec · Veterans Memorial Drive

  10. 10

    Continue on David Crockett Highway

    13.2 mi · 15 min · David Crockett Highway

  11. 11

    Turn left onto County Line Road South

    1.8 mi · 3 min · County Line Road South

  12. 12

    At the end of the road, turn right onto John Hunter Highway

    5.3 mi · 8 min · John Hunter Highway

  13. 13

    Continue on Winchester Road

    17 mi · 25 min · Winchester Road

  14. 14

    Turn left onto Moores Mill Road

    1.6 mi · 3 min · Moores Mill Road

  15. 15

    Take the ramp slight right

    127 m · 12 sec

  16. 16

    Merge slight left

    28.4 mi · 33 min

  17. 17

    Keep slight right

    59.6 mi · 1 hr 14 min

  18. 18

    Continue straight

    22.3 mi · 26 min

  19. 19

    Continue straight

    1.5 mi · 2 min

  20. 20

    Continue on Highway 72

    9.5 mi · 12 min · Highway 72

  21. 21

    Continue straight

    1.4 mi · 2 min

  22. 22

    Continue straight

    44.4 mi · 53 min

  23. 23

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward US 72 West: Memphis

    47 m · 2 sec

  24. 24

    Exit the roundabout onto US 72 West: Memphis

    13.5 mi · 16 min

  25. 25

    Keep slight left to continue on Collierville, Memphis

    8.4 mi · 11 min

  26. 26

    Take the exit slight left toward TN 385 West, To I-240: Memphis

    1912 ft · 47 sec

  27. 27

    Merge slight left onto Bill Morris Parkway

    13.8 mi · 17 min · Bill Morris Parkway

  28. 28

    Keep slight left to continue on I 240 West: Jackson Miss

    1.3 km · 1 min

  29. 29

    Keep slight left to continue on I 240 West: Jackson Mississippi

    1056 ft · 16 sec

  30. 30

    Merge slight left onto Avron B Fogelman Expressway

    5.7 mi · 8 min · Avron B Fogelman Expressway

  31. 31

    Continue on W B Fowler Senior Expressway

    3.7 mi · 5 min · W B Fowler Senior Expressway

  32. 32

    Take the exit slight right toward US 61: Vicksburg, Third Street

    539 ft · 13 sec

  33. 33

    Keep slight right to continue on US 61 North: Third Street

    1214 ft · 30 sec

  34. 34

    Turn straight onto South Third Street

    2014 ft · 36 sec · South Third Street

  35. 35

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · South Third Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Decherd and New South Memphis.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Interchange-aware route

The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.

Directions
35 steps
11 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
10
3 merges, 7 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
13.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Moores Mill Road
113 mi · 44%
Highway 72
55.3 mi · 21%
Winchester Road
17 mi · 7%
David Crockett Highway
14.2 mi · 5%
Bill Morris Parkway
13.8 mi · 5%
US 72 West
13.5 mi · 5%
Longest Stretch

Moores Mill Road

Keep slight right

59.6 mi · 01h 14m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
04h 28m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
08h 56m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+35.5 mi
224.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Saint Joseph
02h 14m from Decherd
Leave By
8:04 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Decherd and Patchy Fog then Partly 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 Decherd to New South Memphis?

The road trip is about 260.4 miles (419 km) and usually takes 04h 28m 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?

Saint Joseph is a useful midpoint, sitting about 128.9 miles from Decherd and 131.5 miles from New South Memphis.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 224.9 miles (361.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 35.5 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:04 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $34.66 one way or $69.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 81.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Decherd and Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny near New South Memphis.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Decherd and New South Memphis. Straight-line distance: 224.84 mi (361.85 km).

Decherd

#1 Decherd

City in Franklin County, Tennessee, United States

Population2,372
Coordinates35.2098000, -86.0794300
Altitude292
CountryUnited States
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#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.

Population641,608
Coordinates35.0867600, -90.0567600
Altitude79
CountryUnited States
Start: (-86.0795, 35.209758)
End: South Third Street (-90.05674, 35.086758)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 419 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)08h 40m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)06h 30m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)05h 12m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)04h 20m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)03h 43m
80 mph (129 km/h)03h 14m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
9.19 gal
34.78 L · about $34.66
Round trip
$69.31
18.38 gal · 69.56 L
Estimated CO2
81.7 kg one way
Round trip: 163.3 kg / 360 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $34.66 $69.31
Mid-grade $4.25 $39.09 $78.17
Premium $4.65 $42.77 $85.54
Diesel $5.30 $48.74 $97.49

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Tennessee · May 30, 2026

There is no time difference between Decherd and New South Memphis. The current time is 15:51:05.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.