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

The driving distance from New South Memphis, TN to Bells, TN is about 76.1 miles (122.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 38m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 69.6 miles (112 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 16m 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
76.05 mi
01h 38m
Flight
69.57 mi
111.97 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
69.57 mi
Kilometers
111.97 km
Flight Time
00h 08m

Driving Distance

Road route
76.05 mi
Kilometers
122.39 km
Drive Time
01h 38m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 38m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Bells
Thu, Apr 16, 2:37 AM CDT
Return by in New South Memphis
Thu, Apr 16, 4:15 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave New South Memphis
2026-04-16T00:59
Arrive Bells
Thu, Apr 16, 2:37 AM CDT
Route Timing
01h 38m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:38 AM to 11:38 AM CDT

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

Leave by
3:14 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
Braden
TN

Town in Tennessee, United States

From New South Memphis
38 mi
00h 49m
To Bells
38 mi
00h 49m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
81°F
Thursday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 mph SSW
Destination
83°F
Thursday

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph SW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  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

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · High Street

Car Route Details

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

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
14 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
1
0 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
18.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
45.3 mi · 60%
Sam Cooper Boulevard
6.05 mi · 8%
South Parkway East
4.42 mi · 6%
Anderson Avenue
2.57 mi · 3%
South Dupree Street
2.46 mi · 3%
East Parkway South
2.32 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 38m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 16m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+6.5 mi
69.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Braden
00h 49m from New South Memphis
Leave By
3:14 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving New South Memphis and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Bells.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 76.1 miles (122.4 km) and usually takes 01h 38m 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?

Braden is a useful midpoint, sitting about 38 miles from New South Memphis and 38 miles from Bells.

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

The direct path is about 69.6 miles (112 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.5 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 3:14 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.11 one way or $20.21 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around New South Memphis and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Bells.

Stop Ideas Near Braden

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

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

RAIL

Central Station

52 mi away
Central Station
RAIL

Newbern–Dyersburg

86 mi away
108 Jefferson St

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between New South Memphis and Bells. Straight-line distance: 69.57 mi (111.97 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
Bells

#2 Bells

City in Tennessee, USA

Population2,435
Coordinates35.7111800, -89.0875600
Altitude99
CountryUnited States
Start: New South Memphis (-90.05676, 35.08676)
End: Bells (-89.08756, 35.71118)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 122 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 32m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 54m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 31m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 16m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 05m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 56m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.68 gal
10.16 L · about $10.11
Round trip
$20.21
5.36 gal · 20.32 L
Estimated CO2
23.8 kg one way
Round trip: 47.6 kg / 105 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $10.11 $20.21
Mid-grade $4.25 $11.40 $22.80
Premium $4.65 $12.47 $24.95
Diesel $5.30 $14.21 $28.43

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 16, 2026

There is no time difference between New South Memphis and Bells. The current time is 00:59:06.

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.