How far is Memphis, TN from Ridgely, TN?
The driving distance from Memphis, TN to Ridgely, TN is about 93.1 miles (149.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 83.1 miles (133.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 21m 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 10m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Human settlement in Lauderdale 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 Memphis and Ridgely.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Memphis and Ridgely.
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Start on Poplar Avenue
1692 ft · 43 sec · Poplar Avenue
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Turn left onto North Danny Thomas Boulevard
1 km · 1 min · North Danny Thomas Boulevard
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Continue on Thomas Street
15.2 mi · 20 min · Thomas Street
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Continue straight
1.7 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
8.7 mi · 13 min
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Continue straight
3 mi · 4 min
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Continue straight
6.4 mi · 9 min
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Continue straight
41 mi · 55 min
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Turn left onto Lake Road
1.2 mi · 3 min · Lake Road
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Continue on State Route 78
14.1 mi · 19 min · State Route 78
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Continue on South Headden Drive
1594 ft · 32 sec · South Headden Drive
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Turn left onto Poplar Street
2754 ft · 1 min · Poplar Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South Main Street
64 m · 11 sec · South Main Street
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Turn left onto Depot Street
47 m · 10 sec · Depot Street
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Turn left
19 m · 4 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Memphis and Ridgely.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Thomas Street
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41 mi · 00h 55m
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 Memphis and Sunny near Ridgely.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Memphis to Ridgely?
The road trip is about 93.1 miles (149.9 km) and usually takes 02h 10m 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?
Henning is a useful midpoint, sitting about 46.6 miles from Memphis and 46.5 miles from Ridgely.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 83.1 miles (133.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 10 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 2:08 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.41 one way or $24.81 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Memphis and Sunny near Ridgely.
Stop Ideas Near Henning
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 Henning.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Memphis and Ridgely. Straight-line distance: 83.15 mi (133.82 km).
#1 Memphis
The twenty-ninth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Memphis metropolitan area.
| Population | 649,705 |
| Coordinates | 35.1495300, -90.0489800 |
| Altitude | 78 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ridgely
Town in Lake County, Tennessee, United States of America
| Population | 1,604 |
| Coordinates | 36.2634000, -89.4878500 |
| Altitude | 86 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ridgely (-89.48785, 36.2634)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 150 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 09m |
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 | $12.41 | $24.81 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $13.99 | $27.98 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $15.31 | $30.62 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $17.45 | $34.90 |
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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