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

The driving distance from New South Memphis, TN to Dyer, TN is about 116.3 miles (187.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 21m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 90.3 miles (145.3 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 42m 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
116.23 mi
02h 21m
Flight
90.29 mi
145.3 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
90.29 mi
Kilometers
145.3 km
Flight Time
00h 10m

Driving Distance

Road route
116.23 mi
Kilometers
187.06 km
Drive Time
02h 21m

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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 02h 21m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Dyer
Fri, May 1, 3:54 PM CDT
Return by in New South Memphis
Fri, May 1, 6:16 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave New South Memphis
2026-05-01T13:33
Arrive Dyer
Fri, May 1, 3:54 PM CDT
Route Timing
02h 21m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:21 AM to 12:21 PM CDT

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

Leave by
1:48 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
Brownsville
TN

Town in Haywood County, Tennessee, United States

From New South Memphis
58.1 mi
01h 10m
To Dyer
58.2 mi
01h 10m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
52°F
Overnight

Mostly Cloudy

Starts
Fri, May 1 3:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 mph
Destination
67°F
Friday

Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Fri, May 1 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph NNE

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  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

    69.4 mi · 1 hr 16 min · Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward Trenton

    843 ft · 21 sec

  9. 9

    Merge slight left

    8.4 mi · 11 min

  10. 10

    Continue straight

    6.2 mi · 7 min

  11. 11

    Turn right onto North Central Avenue

    12.9 mi · 15 min · North Central Avenue

  12. 12

    Turn right onto North College Street

    130 m · 9 sec · North College Street

  13. 13

    Continue on Dyer Highway

    1.4 mi · 2 min · Dyer Highway

  14. 14

    Continue on Trenton Highway

    1.4 mi · 2 min · Trenton Highway

  15. 15

    Continue on South Main Street

    2.1 mi · 4 min · South Main Street

  16. 16

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · South Main Street

Car Route Details

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

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
16 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
1 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
13.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
69.4 mi · 60%
Trenton
14.7 mi · 13%
North Central Avenue
12.9 mi · 11%
Sam Cooper Boulevard
6.05 mi · 5%
South Parkway East
4.42 mi · 4%
East Parkway South
2.32 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway

Continue on Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway

69.4 mi · 01h 16m

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
02h 21m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 42m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+26 mi
90.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Brownsville
01h 10m from New South Memphis
Leave By
1:48 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Cloudy leaving New South Memphis and Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Dyer.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 116.3 miles (187.1 km) and usually takes 02h 21m 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?

Brownsville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 58.1 miles from New South Memphis and 58.2 miles from Dyer.

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

The direct path is about 90.3 miles (145.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 26 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 1:48 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.46 one way or $30.92 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around New South Memphis and Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Dyer.

Stop Ideas Near Brownsville

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

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

RAIL

Newbern–Dyersburg

58 mi away
108 Jefferson St
RAIL

Central Station

89 mi away
Central Station
RAIL

Fulton

109 mi away
21 Newton Rd.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between New South Memphis and Dyer. Straight-line distance: 90.29 mi (145.3 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
Dyer

#2 Dyer

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

Population2,203
Coordinates36.0667300, -88.9939500
Altitude112
CountryUnited States
Start: New South Memphis (-90.05676, 35.08676)
End: Dyer (-88.99395, 36.06673)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 187 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 52m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 54m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 19m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 56m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 39m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 27m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.1 gal
15.53 L · about $15.46
Round trip
$30.92
8.2 gal · 31.06 L
Estimated CO2
36.4 kg one way
Round trip: 72.9 kg / 161 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $15.46 $30.92
Mid-grade $4.25 $17.44 $34.87
Premium $4.65 $19.08 $38.16
Diesel $5.30 $21.75 $43.49

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 01, 2026

There is no time difference between New South Memphis and Dyer. The current time is 13:33:21.

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.