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

The driving distance from New South Memphis, TN to Adamsville, TN is about 106.5 miles (171.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 19m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 94.7 miles (152.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 38m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
106.52 mi
02h 19m
Flight
94.68 mi
152.37 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
94.68 mi
Kilometers
152.37 km
Flight Time
00h 11m

Driving Distance

Road route
106.52 mi
Kilometers
171.42 km
Drive Time
02h 19m

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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 02h 19m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Adamsville
Tue, Apr 14, 8:09 PM CDT
Return by in New South Memphis
Tue, Apr 14, 10:28 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave New South Memphis
2026-04-14T17:50
Arrive Adamsville
Tue, Apr 14, 8:09 PM CDT
Route Timing
02h 19m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:19 AM to 12:19 PM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
1:52 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in New South Memphis
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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
Whiteville
TN

Town in Hardeman County, Tennessee, United States

From New South Memphis
53.2 mi
01h 09m
To Adamsville
53.3 mi
01h 09m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
86°F
Tuesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Tue, Apr 14 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph SSW
Destination
88°F
Tuesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Tue, Apr 14 1:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph SSW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on South Third Street

    1.4 mi · 2 min · South Third Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto South Parkway East

    1.4 mi · 3 min · South Parkway East

  3. 3

    Continue on South Parkway East

    2.7 mi · 4 min · South Parkway East

  4. 4

    Continue on South Parkway East

    2060 ft · 41 sec · South Parkway East

  5. 5

    Continue on East Parkway South

    2.3 mi · 4 min · East Parkway South

  6. 6

    Turn right onto Sam Cooper Boulevard

    6.1 mi · 9 min · Sam Cooper Boulevard

  7. 7

    Continue on Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway

    6.8 mi · 8 min · Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward US 64: Somerville, Bolivar

    948 ft · 23 sec

  9. 9

    Keep slight right to continue on US 64 East: Somerville, Bolivar, Oakland, Lakeland

    158 m · 13 sec

  10. 10

    Merge slight left

    72.8 mi · 1 hr 31 min

  11. 11

    Turn left

    12.4 mi · 17 min

  12. 12

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
12 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
1 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
11.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
US 64 East
72.9 mi · 68%
Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
6.81 mi · 6%
Sam Cooper Boulevard
6.05 mi · 6%
South Parkway East
4.42 mi · 4%
East Parkway South
2.32 mi · 2%
South Third Street
1.44 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

US 64 East

Merge slight left

72.8 mi · 01h 31m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 19m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 38m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+11.8 mi
94.7 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Whiteville
01h 09m from New South Memphis
Leave By
1:52 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving New South Memphis and Mostly Sunny near Adamsville.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from New South Memphis to Adamsville?

The road trip is about 106.5 miles (171.4 km) and usually takes 02h 19m 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?

Whiteville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 53.2 miles from New South Memphis and 53.3 miles from Adamsville.

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

The direct path is about 94.7 miles (152.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.8 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 1:52 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.18 one way or $28.36 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around New South Memphis and Mostly Sunny near Adamsville.

Stop Ideas Near Whiteville

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Whiteville, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Whiteville.

RAIL

Central Station

85 mi away
Central Station
RAIL

Newbern–Dyersburg

88 mi away
108 Jefferson St

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between New South Memphis and Adamsville. Straight-line distance: 94.68 mi (152.37 km).

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#1 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
Adamsville

#2 Adamsville

Town in Tennessee

Population2,162
Coordinates35.2359100, -88.3906000
Altitude157
CountryUnited States
Start: New South Memphis (-90.05676, 35.08676)
End: Adamsville (-88.3906, 35.23591)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 171 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 32m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 39m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 07m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 46m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 31m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 19m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.76 gal
14.23 L · about $14.18
Round trip
$28.36
7.52 gal · 28.46 L
Estimated CO2
33.4 kg one way
Round trip: 66.8 kg / 147 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $14.18 $28.36
Mid-grade $4.25 $15.99 $31.98
Premium $4.65 $17.50 $35.00
Diesel $5.30 $19.94 $39.89

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 · Apr 14, 2026

There is no time difference between New South Memphis and Adamsville. The current time is 17:50:19.

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.