How far is Jacksboro, TN from New South Memphis, TN?
Fastest route
Here are some tips and suggestions for your journey from Jacksboro, Tennessee 37757, to New South Memphis, Memphis, TN 38109. The total distance is approximately 398 miles (640 kilometers), and the estimated travel time is around 6 hours and 6 minutes via I-40 W. Please note that your destination is in a different time zone.
Directions
- 🚗 Head south toward Main St and continue onto Old Tennessee 63 W/Royal Blue Rd.
- 🛣️ Merge onto I-75 S/US-25W S in Caryville, following signs for US-25W S/Knoxville.
- 🚧 Take exit 129 toward TN-116 S/US-25W S/N Main Ave in Rocky Top.
- 🚙 Keep right at the fork and merge onto TN-116 S/US-25W S/N Main Ave.
- 🛣️ Get on I-40 W in Harriman from TN-116 S, TN-330 S, and TN-61 W.
- 🚗 Merge onto I-40 W toward Nashville.
- 🛣️ Take exit 7 from I-55 N and merge onto US-61 N/S 3rd St, leading to New South Memphis, Memphis, TN 38109.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Plan your trip ahead to avoid potential traffic delays and find the best time to start your journey.
- ⛽ Make sure to have a full tank of gas and take breaks during your drive to stay refreshed.
- 🗺️ Use a reliable navigation app or GPS device to stay on the right track and avoid getting lost.
- 🚧 Check the weather conditions before your trip and prepare accordingly for any potential weather challenges.
- 🍴 Pack some snacks and water for the road, so you can stay energized and hydrated throughout the journey.
- 🏨 If your travel time is extended, consider booking accommodation along the way to rest before reaching your destination.
- ⏰ Keep in mind the time zone change and adjust your schedule accordingly to avoid any time-related issues.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 06h 24m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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.
City in Cheatham County, Tennessee, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jacksboro and New South Memphis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jacksboro and New South Memphis.
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Start on Main Street
84 m · 14 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Paris Nance Road
842 ft · 39 sec · Paris Nance Road
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Turn left onto West Central Avenue
3 mi · 4 min · West Central Avenue
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Continue on Royal Blue Road
649 ft · 8 sec · Royal Blue Road
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Take the exit slight right toward Knoxville
5.7 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 25W South: Rocky Top, Lake City
1058 ft · 26 sec
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Keep slight right
74 m · 6 sec
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Turn slight right onto North Main Street
1.3 km · 2 min · North Main Street
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Turn right onto Creek Street
3.8 mi · 10 min · Creek Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Briceville Highway
71 m · 7 sec · Briceville Highway
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Continue on Briceville Highway
5.2 mi · 9 min · Briceville Highway
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Continue on Briceville Highway
51 m · 3 sec · Briceville Highway
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Continue on Frost Bottom Road
7.1 mi · 13 min · Frost Bottom Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Dutch Valley Road
2154 ft · 43 sec · Dutch Valley Road
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Continue on Walden Avenue
2690 ft · 1 min · Walden Avenue
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Keep slight left to continue on East Spring Street
3179 ft · 1 min · East Spring Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Main Street
739 ft · 15 sec · Main Street
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Continue on Railroad Avenue
1200 ft · 24 sec · Railroad Avenue
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Turn right onto Winter Gap Road
136 m · 11 sec · Winter Gap Road
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Turn left onto East Tri County Boulevard
1.2 mi · 1 min · East Tri County Boulevard
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Continue on Harriman Highway
9.6 mi · 11 min · Harriman Highway
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Merge slight right onto Bitter Creek Highway
835 ft · 11 sec · Bitter Creek Highway
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Continue on Harriman Highway
1233 ft · 16 sec · Harriman Highway
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Continue on Hannah Highway
2.1 mi · 2 min · Hannah Highway
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Continue on North Roane Street
4.1 mi · 5 min · North Roane Street
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Turn left
969 ft · 26 sec
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Merge slight left
134.5 mi · 2 hr 25 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 Jacksboro and New South Memphis.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
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.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Sunny leaving Jacksboro and 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 Jacksboro to New South Memphis?
The road trip is about 399 miles (642.2 km) and usually takes 06h 24m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Pegram is a useful midpoint, sitting about 199 miles from Jacksboro and 200.1 miles from New South Memphis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 340.4 miles (547.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 58.6 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 7:30 AM EDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $53.10 one way or $106.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 125.1 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Jacksboro and New South Memphis, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Jacksboro and Partly Sunny near New South Memphis.
Stop Ideas Near Pegram
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 Pegram.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jacksboro and New South Memphis. Straight-line distance: 340.44 mi (547.89 km).
#1 Jacksboro
Human settlement in Campbell County, Tennessee, United States of America
| Population | 2,066 |
| Coordinates | 36.3300800, -84.1838200 |
| Altitude | 335 |
| 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: 642 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 13h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 09h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 58m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $53.10 | $106.19 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $59.88 | $119.76 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $65.53 | $131.06 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $74.68 | $149.36 |
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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