How far is New South Memphis, TN from Covington, TN?
The driving distance from New South Memphis, TN to Covington, TN is about 42.2 miles (67.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 02m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 40.3 miles (64.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 04m 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
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 02m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
City in Shelby County, Tennessee, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between New South Memphis and Covington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New South Memphis and Covington.
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Start on South Third Street
2.6 mi · 4 min · South Third Street
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Continue on South B. B. King Boulevard
2.1 mi · 4 min · South B. B. King Boulevard
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Continue on North B.B. King Boulevard
1162 ft · 36 sec · North B.B. King Boulevard
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Continue on North 3rd Street
2681 ft · 55 sec · North 3rd Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Chelsea Avenue
1835 ft · 41 sec · Chelsea Avenue
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Turn left onto Thomas Street
14.7 mi · 19 min · Thomas Street
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Continue straight
1.7 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
8.7 mi · 13 min
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Continue straight
3 mi · 4 min
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Continue straight
6.4 mi · 9 min
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Continue straight
1.7 mi · 3 min
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Turn right onto West Pleasant Avenue
1115 ft · 20 sec · West Pleasant Avenue
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Turn left onto East Court Square
92 m · 15 sec · East Court Square
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Turn left onto East Liberty Avenue
52 m · 4 sec · East Liberty Avenue
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Turn left onto West Court Square
38 m · 6 sec · West Court Square
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Court Square
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between New South Memphis and Covington.
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.
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.
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 Clear leaving New South Memphis and Mostly Sunny near Covington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from New South Memphis to Covington?
The road trip is about 42.2 miles (67.9 km) and usually takes 01h 02m 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 21.1 miles from New South Memphis and 21.1 miles from Covington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 40.3 miles (64.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.9 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 4:26 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.06 one way or $12.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around New South Memphis and Mostly Sunny near Covington.
Stop Ideas Near Millington
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 Millington.
Central Station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between New South Memphis and Covington. Straight-line distance: 40.29 mi (64.84 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 Covington
City in Tipton County, Tennessee, United States
| Population | 8,810 |
| Coordinates | 35.5642500, -89.6464700 |
| Altitude | 102 |
| Country | United States |
End: Covington (-89.64647, 35.56425)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 68 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 31m |
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 | $4.07 | $6.06 | $12.12 |
| Mid-grade | $4.53 | $6.75 | $13.49 |
| Premium | $4.94 | $7.36 | $14.72 |
| Diesel | $6.22 | $9.26 | $18.52 |
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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