How far is New South Memphis, TN from East Ridge, TN?
The driving distance from New South Memphis, TN to East Ridge, TN is about 441.9 miles (711.2 km), with a travel time of about 08h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 390.3 miles (628.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 16h 30m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM CST.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 08h 15m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Davidson County, Tennessee, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between New South Memphis and East Ridge.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New South Memphis and East Ridge.
-
1
Start on South Third Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · South Third Street
-
2
Turn right onto South Parkway East
1.4 mi · 3 min · South Parkway East
-
3
Continue on South Parkway East
2.7 mi · 4 min · South Parkway East
-
4
Continue on South Parkway East
2060 ft · 41 sec · South Parkway East
-
5
Continue on East Parkway South
2.3 mi · 4 min · East Parkway South
-
6
Turn right onto Sam Cooper Boulevard
6.1 mi · 9 min · Sam Cooper Boulevard
-
7
Continue on Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
196.5 mi · 3 hr 33 min · Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
-
8
Keep slight right to continue on I 40 East, I 65 South: Knoxville, Huntsville
1305 ft · 25 sec
-
9
Merge slight left onto Downtown Loop
2.4 mi · 3 min · Downtown Loop
-
10
Continue on Downtown Loop
2764 ft · 43 sec · Downtown Loop
-
11
Keep slight right to continue on I 40 East, I 24 East: Knoxville, Chattanooga
173.8 mi · 3 hr 10 min
-
12
Keep slight left
36.7 mi · 41 min
-
13
Keep slight left to continue on I 81 North: Bristol
7.9 mi · 8 min
-
14
Take the exit slight right toward US 25E: Morristown, White Pine
3193 ft · 1 min
-
15
Turn right onto Davy Crockett Parkway
7.5 mi · 9 min · Davy Crockett Parkway
-
16
Turn right onto Morelock Road
1.1 km · 3 min · Morelock Road
-
17
At the end of the road, turn right onto Reeds Chapel Road
76 m · 10 sec · Reeds Chapel Road
-
18
Turn left onto Elgin Drive
1.1 km · 3 min · Elgin Drive
-
19
Turn left onto Rosa Circle
87 m · 13 sec · Rosa Circle
-
20
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Rosa Circle
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between New South Memphis and East Ridge.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
Continue on Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
197 mi · 03h 33m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny leaving New South Memphis and Sunny near East Ridge.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from New South Memphis to East Ridge?
The road trip is about 441.9 miles (711.2 km) and usually takes 08h 15m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Berry Hill is a useful midpoint, sitting about 220.3 miles from New South Memphis and 221.6 miles from East Ridge.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 390.3 miles (628.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 51.6 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 7:30 AM CST. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $56.31 one way or $112.62 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 138.5 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between New South Memphis and East Ridge, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny around New South Memphis and Sunny near East Ridge.
Stop Ideas Near Berry Hill
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 Berry Hill.
Nashville, TN
Clarksville, TN
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between New South Memphis and East Ridge. Straight-line distance: 390.3 mi (628.13 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 East Ridge
City in Hamilton County, Tennessee, United States of America
| Population | 21,205 |
| Coordinates | 36.2523200, -83.2512800 |
| Altitude | 391 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Ridge (-83.25128, 36.25232)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 711 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 14h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 11h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 08h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 07h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 06h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 05h 30m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.61 | $56.31 | $112.62 |
| Mid-grade | $4.08 | $63.61 | $127.21 |
| Premium | $4.50 | $70.11 | $140.22 |
| Diesel | $5.84 | $91.09 | $182.18 |
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 · Nov 09, 2026