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

The driving distance from New South Memphis, TN to Alamo, TN is about 81.6 miles (131.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 47m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 71.6 miles (115.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 35m 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
81.59 mi
01h 47m
Flight
71.58 mi
115.19 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
71.58 mi
Kilometers
115.19 km
Flight Time
00h 08m

Driving Distance

Road route
81.59 mi
Kilometers
131.31 km
Drive Time
01h 47m

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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 01h 47m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Alamo
Fri, Apr 17, 10:16 AM CDT
Return by in New South Memphis
Fri, Apr 17, 12:04 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave New South Memphis
2026-04-17T08:28
Arrive Alamo
Fri, Apr 17, 10:16 AM CDT
Route Timing
01h 47m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:48 AM to 11:48 AM CDT

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

Leave by
2:54 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

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Mason
TN

Town in Tipton County, Tennessee, USA

From New South Memphis
40.8 mi
00h 53m
To Alamo
40.8 mi
00h 53m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
89°F
Friday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Fri, Apr 17 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph S
Destination
89°F
Friday

Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Fri, Apr 17 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph S

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  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

    45.3 mi · 50 min · Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward SR 76: Brownsville, Somerville

    849 ft · 18 sec

  9. 9

    Keep slight left to continue on SR 76: Brownsville, Somerville

    54 m · 8 sec

  10. 10

    Turn left

    791 ft · 13 sec

  11. 11

    Continue on Anderson Avenue

    2.6 mi · 4 min · Anderson Avenue

  12. 12

    Turn right onto South Dupree Street

    2.5 mi · 4 min · South Dupree Street

  13. 13

    At the end of the road, turn right

    11.1 mi · 17 min

  14. 14

    Turn left onto Main Street

    1092 ft · 24 sec · Main Street

  15. 15

    Turn right onto College Street

    2.9 mi · 5 min · College Street

  16. 16

    Continue on State Route 88

    1.7 mi · 3 min · State Route 88

  17. 17

    Turn straight onto South Bells Street

    1.3 km · 1 min · South Bells Street

  18. 18

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · South Bells Street

Car Route Details

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

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
18 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
1
0 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
22.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
45.3 mi · 56%
Sam Cooper Boulevard
6.05 mi · 7%
South Parkway East
4.42 mi · 5%
College Street
2.86 mi · 4%
Anderson Avenue
2.57 mi · 3%
South Dupree Street
2.46 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway

Continue on Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway

45.3 mi · 00h 50m

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
01h 47m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 36m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+10 mi
71.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Mason
00h 53m from New South Memphis
Leave By
2:54 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving New South Memphis and Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Alamo.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 81.6 miles (131.3 km) and usually takes 01h 47m 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?

Mason is a useful midpoint, sitting about 40.8 miles from New South Memphis and 40.8 miles from Alamo.

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

The direct path is about 71.6 miles (115.2 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 2:54 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.86 one way or $21.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around New South Memphis and Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Alamo.

Stop Ideas Near Mason

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

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Mason, 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 Mason.

RAIL

Central Station

57 mi away
Central Station
RAIL

Newbern–Dyersburg

82 mi away
108 Jefferson St

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between New South Memphis and Alamo. Straight-line distance: 71.58 mi (115.19 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
Alamo

#2 Alamo

Human settlement in Crockett County, Tennessee, United States of America

Population2,260
Coordinates35.7847900, -89.1172900
Altitude110
CountryUnited States
Start: New South Memphis (-90.05676, 35.08676)
End: Alamo (-89.11729, 35.78479)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 131 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 43m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 02m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 37m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 21m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 09m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 01m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.88 gal
10.9 L · about $10.86
Round trip
$21.72
5.76 gal · 21.8 L
Estimated CO2
25.6 kg one way
Round trip: 51.2 kg / 113 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $10.86 $21.72
Mid-grade $4.25 $12.25 $24.50
Premium $4.65 $13.40 $26.81
Diesel $5.30 $15.28 $30.55

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 17, 2026

There is no time difference between New South Memphis and Alamo. The current time is 08:28:50.

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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.