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

The driving distance from New South Memphis, TN to Bolivar, TN is about 69.6 miles (112 km), with a travel time of about 01h 32m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 61.5 miles (99 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 05m 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
69.62 mi
01h 32m
Flight
61.5 mi
98.97 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
61.5 mi
Kilometers
98.97 km
Flight Time
00h 07m

Driving Distance

Road route
69.62 mi
Kilometers
112.04 km
Drive Time
01h 32m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 32m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Bolivar
Thu, Apr 16, 12:16 AM CDT
Return by in New South Memphis
Thu, Apr 16, 1:49 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave New South Memphis
2026-04-15T22:43
Arrive Bolivar
Thu, Apr 16, 12:16 AM CDT
Route Timing
01h 32m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:33 AM to 11:33 AM CDT

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

Leave by
3:24 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
Oakland
TN

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

From New South Memphis
34.7 mi
00h 46m
To Bolivar
34.9 mi
00h 46m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
85°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph SSW
Destination
84°F
This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 1:00 PM CDT
Wind
10 mph SSW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  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

    48.3 mi · 1 hr 1 min

  11. 11

    Arrive at your destination

    1 m · 1 sec · West Market Street

Car Route Details

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

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
11 steps
2 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
1 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
15.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
US 64 East
48.4 mi · 70%
Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
6.81 mi · 10%
Sam Cooper Boulevard
6.05 mi · 9%
South Parkway East
4.42 mi · 6%
East Parkway South
2.32 mi · 3%
South Third Street
1.44 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

US 64 East

Merge slight left

48.3 mi · 01h 01m

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 32m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 06m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+8.1 mi
61.5 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Oakland
00h 46m from New South Memphis
Leave By
3:24 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

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

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 69.6 miles (112 km) and usually takes 01h 32m 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?

Oakland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 34.7 miles from New South Memphis and 34.9 miles from Bolivar.

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

The direct path is about 61.5 miles (99 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.1 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:24 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.28 one way or $18.55 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.9 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

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

Stop Ideas Near Oakland

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

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

RAIL

Central Station

51 mi away
Central Station
RAIL

Newbern–Dyersburg

101 mi away
108 Jefferson St

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between New South Memphis and Bolivar. Straight-line distance: 61.5 mi (98.97 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
Bolivar

#2 Bolivar

City in Tennessee

Population4,845
Coordinates35.2561900, -88.9878400
Altitude136
CountryUnited States
Start: New South Memphis (-90.05676, 35.08676)
End: Bolivar (-88.98784, 35.25619)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 112 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 19m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 44m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 23m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 09m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 59m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 52m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.46 gal
9.3 L · about $9.28
Round trip
$18.55
4.92 gal · 18.6 L
Estimated CO2
21.9 kg one way
Round trip: 43.7 kg / 96 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $9.28 $18.55
Mid-grade $4.25 $10.46 $20.92
Premium $4.65 $11.45 $22.90
Diesel $5.30 $13.05 $26.10

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 Bolivar. The current time is 22:43:49.

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.