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

The driving distance from New South Memphis, TN to Burns, TN is about 182.7 miles (294.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 30m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 168.1 miles (270.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 01m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
182.71 mi
03h 30m
Flight
168.06 mi
270.47 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
168.06 mi
Kilometers
270.47 km
Flight Time
00h 20m

Driving Distance

Road route
182.71 mi
Kilometers
294.05 km
Drive Time
03h 30m

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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 03h 30m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Burns
Sat, May 23, 12:57 PM CDT
Return by in New South Memphis
Sat, May 23, 4:27 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave New South Memphis
2026-05-23T09:26
Arrive Burns
Sat, May 23, 12:57 PM CDT
Route Timing
03h 30m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:31 AM to 11:31 AM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
9:58 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in New South Memphis
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

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
Jackson
TN

The most populous city in Madison County, Tennessee.

From New South Memphis
91.2 mi
01h 45m
To Burns
91.5 mi
01h 45m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
83°F
Saturday

Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Sat, May 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph SW
Destination
81°F
Saturday

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Starts
Sat, May 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph SW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  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

    161.6 mi · 2 hr 55 min · Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward SR 46: Centerville, Dickson

    895 ft · 42 sec

  9. 9

    Turn right

    2.9 mi · 4 min

  10. 10

    Turn right onto Jackson Brothers Boulevard

    1.1 km · 2 min · Jackson Brothers Boulevard

  11. 11

    Continue on Tennsco Road

    1.1 km · 2 min · Tennsco Road

  12. 12

    At the end of the road, turn right onto East Walnut Street

    2.5 mi · 5 min · East Walnut Street

  13. 13

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Church Street

    9 m · 1 sec · Church Street

  14. 14

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Church Street

Car Route Details

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

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
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
1
0 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
7.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
162 mi · 88%
Sam Cooper Boulevard
6.05 mi · 3%
South Parkway East
4.42 mi · 2%
East Walnut Street
2.52 mi · 1%
East Parkway South
2.32 mi · 1%
South Third Street
1.44 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway

Continue on Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway

162 mi · 02h 55m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A longer out-and-back drive

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

Drive Time
03h 30m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
07h 02m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+14.6 mi
168.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Jackson
01h 45m from New South Memphis
Leave By
9:58 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving New South Memphis and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Burns.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 182.7 miles (294.1 km) and usually takes 03h 30m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Jackson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 91.2 miles from New South Memphis and 91.5 miles from Burns.

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

The direct path is about 168.1 miles (270.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.6 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:58 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.32 one way or $48.65 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 57.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

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

Stop Ideas Near Jackson

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

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

RAIL

Newbern–Dyersburg

69 mi away
108 Jefferson St
RAIL

Fulton

101 mi away
21 Newton Rd.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between New South Memphis and Burns. Straight-line distance: 168.06 mi (270.47 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
Burns

#2 Burns

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

Population1,550
Coordinates36.0533900, -87.3125100
Altitude244
CountryUnited States
Start: New South Memphis (-90.05676, 35.08676)
End: Burns (-87.31251, 36.05339)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 294 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)06h 05m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)04h 34m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 39m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 02m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 36m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 16m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
6.45 gal
24.41 L · about $24.32
Round trip
$48.65
12.9 gal · 48.82 L
Estimated CO2
57.3 kg one way
Round trip: 114.6 kg / 253 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $24.32 $48.65
Mid-grade $4.25 $27.43 $54.86
Premium $4.65 $30.02 $60.04
Diesel $5.30 $34.21 $68.42

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 · May 23, 2026

There is no time difference between New South Memphis and Burns. The current time is 09:26:32.

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.