How far is Middle Valley, TN from New South Memphis, TN?

The driving distance from Middle Valley, TN to New South Memphis, TN is about 359.4 miles (578.4 km), with a travel time of about 05h 30m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 275.3 miles (443.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 01m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
359.41 mi
05h 30m
Flight
275.35 mi
443.13 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
275.35 mi
Kilometers
443.13 km
Flight Time
00h 33m

Driving Distance

Road route
359.41 mi
Kilometers
578.41 km
Drive Time
05h 30m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 30m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in New South Memphis
Thu, Oct 15, 6:08 PM CDT
Return by in Middle Valley
Fri, Oct 16, 12:39 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Middle Valley
2026-10-15T13:37
Arrive New South Memphis
Thu, Oct 15, 7:08 PM EDT
Route Timing
05h 30m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
10:31 AM to 12:31 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
5:58 AM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Middle Valley
9:00 PM EDT
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 Middle Valley
164 mi
02h 45m
To New South Memphis
195.4 mi
02h 45m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
86°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Oct 15 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph SW
Destination
92°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Oct 15 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph SSW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on Crabtree Road

    31 m · 6 sec · Crabtree Road

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Middle Valley Road

    3085 ft · 2 min · Middle Valley Road

  3. 3

    Turn sharp right onto Thrasher Pike

    1.6 mi · 4 min · Thrasher Pike

  4. 4

    Keep slight right to continue on Thrasher Pike

    1 mi · 3 min · Thrasher Pike

  5. 5

    Take the ramp left

    2032 ft · 50 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left

    14.6 mi · 18 min

  7. 7

    Keep slight right to continue on 24: Nashville, Birmingham

    2222 ft · 42 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left

    26.4 mi · 29 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward US 72 West: South Pittsburg

    977 ft · 33 sec

  10. 10

    Continue on North Cedar Avenue

    17.8 mi · 20 min · North Cedar Avenue

  11. 11

    Continue on Lee Highway

    1.3 km · 56 sec · Lee Highway

  12. 12

    Continue on John T Reid Parkway

    2 mi · 2 min · John T Reid Parkway

  13. 13

    Continue on Lee Highway

    2 mi · 2 min · Lee Highway

  14. 14

    Continue on John T Reid Parkway

    69.9 mi · 1 hr 20 min · John T Reid Parkway

  15. 15

    Continue on Huntsville-Decatur Highway

    3.5 mi · 4 min · Huntsville-Decatur Highway

  16. 16

    Continue on Bee Line Highway

    1.6 mi · 2 min · Bee Line Highway

  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 Middle Valley and New South Memphis.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Long-distance drive

This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.

Directions
35 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
10
4 merges, 6 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
9.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Bee Line Highway
85 mi · 24%
John T Reid Parkway
71.9 mi · 20%
Highway 72
55.3 mi · 15%
24
26.8 mi · 7%
North Cedar Avenue
17.8 mi · 5%
Thrasher Pike
17.6 mi · 5%
Longest Stretch

John T Reid Parkway

Continue on John T Reid Parkway

69.9 mi · 01h 20m

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
05h 30m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
11h 02m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+84.1 mi
275.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Saint Joseph
02h 45m from Middle Valley
Leave By
5:58 AM EDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Middle Valley and 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 Middle Valley to New South Memphis?

The road trip is about 359.4 miles (578.4 km) and usually takes 05h 30m 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 164 miles from Middle Valley and 195.4 miles from New South Memphis.

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

The direct path is about 275.3 miles (443.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 84.1 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:58 AM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $49.50 one way or $99.01 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 112.7 kg one way.

Do you cross a time zone on this route?

Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Middle Valley 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 Middle Valley and Sunny near New South Memphis.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Middle Valley and New South Memphis. Straight-line distance: 275.35 mi (443.13 km).

Middle Valley

#1 Middle Valley

Census-designated place in Hamilton County, Tennessee

Population12,684
Coordinates35.1959000, -85.1846800
Altitude213
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: East Crabtree Road (-85.184498, 35.196003)
End: South Third Street (-90.05674, 35.086758)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 578 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)11h 58m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)08h 59m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)07h 11m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)05h 59m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)05h 08m
80 mph (129 km/h)04h 29m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
12.68 gal
48.01 L · about $49.50
Round trip
$99.01
25.36 gal · 96.02 L
Estimated CO2
112.7 kg one way
Round trip: 225.4 kg / 497 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.90 $49.50 $99.01
Mid-grade $4.37 $55.35 $110.70
Premium $4.77 $60.53 $121.07
Diesel $6.00 $76.11 $152.21

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 · Oct 15, 2026

Please keep in mind that there is a 1 hour time gap between Middle Valley, TN and New South Memphis, TN. The current time in Middle Valley is 13:37:20, although it is 12:37:20 in New South Memphis.

Distance to Other Cities

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