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

The driving distance from New South Memphis, TN to Brighton, TN is about 35 miles (56.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 51m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 33.2 miles (53.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 43m 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
35.07 mi
00h 51m
Flight
33.21 mi
53.45 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
33.21 mi
Kilometers
53.45 km
Flight Time
00h 04m

Driving Distance

Road route
35.07 mi
Kilometers
56.44 km
Drive Time
00h 51m

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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 00h 51m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Brighton
Tue, Apr 14, 6:41 PM CDT
Return by in New South Memphis
Tue, Apr 14, 7:33 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 Brighton
Tue, Apr 14, 6:41 PM CDT
Route Timing
00h 51m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:52 AM to 10:52 AM CDT

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

Leave by
4:46 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
Millington
TN

City in Shelby County, Tennessee, United States of America

From New South Memphis
17.5 mi
00h 25m
To Brighton
17.5 mi
00h 25m

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
87°F
Tuesday

Mostly Sunny

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

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on South Third Street

    2.6 mi · 4 min · South Third Street

  2. 2

    Continue on South B. B. King Boulevard

    2.1 mi · 4 min · South B. B. King Boulevard

  3. 3

    Continue on North B.B. King Boulevard

    1162 ft · 36 sec · North B.B. King Boulevard

  4. 4

    Continue on North 3rd Street

    2681 ft · 55 sec · North 3rd Street

  5. 5

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Chelsea Avenue

    1835 ft · 41 sec · Chelsea Avenue

  6. 6

    Turn left onto Thomas Street

    14.7 mi · 19 min · Thomas Street

  7. 7

    Continue straight

    1.7 mi · 3 min

  8. 8

    Continue straight

    8.7 mi · 13 min

  9. 9

    Continue straight

    3 mi · 4 min

  10. 10

    Continue straight

    2485 ft · 41 sec

  11. 11

    Turn right onto East Kenwood Avenue

    1.3 km · 2 min · East Kenwood Avenue

  12. 12

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · East Kenwood Avenue

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Turn-heavy local drive

The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.

Directions
12 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
34.2 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Thomas Street
28.5 mi · 81%
South Third Street
2.61 mi · 7%
South B. B. King Boulevard
2.09 mi · 6%
East Kenwood Avenue
0.79 mi · 2%
North 3rd Street
0.51 mi · 1%
Chelsea Avenue
0.35 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Thomas Street

Turn left onto Thomas Street

14.7 mi · 00h 19m

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
00h 51m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 44m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+1.8 mi
33.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Millington
00h 25m from New South Memphis
Leave By
4:46 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

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

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 35 miles (56.4 km) and usually takes 00h 51m 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?

Millington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.5 miles from New South Memphis and 17.5 miles from Brighton.

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

The direct path is about 33.2 miles (53.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.8 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 4:46 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.68 one way or $9.35 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

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

Stop Ideas Near Millington

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

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

RAIL

Central Station

27 mi away
Central Station
RAIL

Newbern–Dyersburg

103 mi away
108 Jefferson St

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between New South Memphis and Brighton. Straight-line distance: 33.21 mi (53.45 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
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#2 Brighton

Brighton is a place in Tennessee, United States.

Population0
Coordinates35.4839700, -89.7250800
Altitude104
CountryUnited States
Start: New South Memphis (-90.05676, 35.08676)
End: Brighton (-89.72508, 35.48397)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 56 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 10m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 52m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 42m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 35m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 30m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 26m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.24 gal
4.68 L · about $4.68
Round trip
$9.35
2.48 gal · 9.36 L
Estimated CO2
11 kg one way
Round trip: 22 kg / 49 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $4.68 $9.35
Mid-grade $4.25 $5.27 $10.55
Premium $4.65 $5.77 $11.54
Diesel $5.30 $6.58 $13.15

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 Brighton. The current time is 17:50:20.

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.