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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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 01h 47m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Tipton County, Tennessee, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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.
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Start on South Third Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · South Third Street
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Turn right onto South Parkway East
1.4 mi · 3 min · South Parkway East
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Continue on South Parkway East
2.7 mi · 4 min · South Parkway East
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Continue on South Parkway East
2060 ft · 41 sec · South Parkway East
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Continue on East Parkway South
2.3 mi · 4 min · East Parkway South
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Turn right onto Sam Cooper Boulevard
6.1 mi · 9 min · Sam Cooper Boulevard
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Continue on Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
45.3 mi · 50 min · Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 76: Brownsville, Somerville
849 ft · 18 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on SR 76: Brownsville, Somerville
54 m · 8 sec
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Turn left
791 ft · 13 sec
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Continue on Anderson Avenue
2.6 mi · 4 min · Anderson Avenue
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Turn right onto South Dupree Street
2.5 mi · 4 min · South Dupree Street
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At the end of the road, turn right
11.1 mi · 17 min
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Turn left onto Main Street
1092 ft · 24 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto College Street
2.9 mi · 5 min · College Street
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Continue on State Route 88
1.7 mi · 3 min · State Route 88
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Turn straight onto South Bells Street
1.3 km · 1 min · South Bells Street
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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.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
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.
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 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.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Mason.
Central Station
Newbern–Dyersburg
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).
#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.
| Population | 641,608 |
| Coordinates | 35.0867600, -90.0567600 |
| Altitude | 79 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Alamo
Human settlement in Crockett County, Tennessee, United States of America
| Population | 2,260 |
| Coordinates | 35.7847900, -89.1172900 |
| Altitude | 110 |
| Country | United States |
End: Alamo (-89.11729, 35.78479)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 131 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 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.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| 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.
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