How far is New South Memphis, TN from Estill Springs, TN?

The driving distance from New South Memphis, TN to Estill Springs, TN is about 261.3 miles (420.6 km), with a travel time of about 05h 20m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 222.2 miles (357.6 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 40m 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
261.38 mi
05h 20m
Flight
222.22 mi
357.63 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
222.22 mi
Kilometers
357.63 km
Flight Time
00h 26m

Driving Distance

Road route
261.38 mi
Kilometers
420.65 km
Drive Time
05h 20m

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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 05h 20m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Estill Springs
Wed, Sep 23, 5:49 PM CDT
Return by in New South Memphis
Wed, Sep 23, 11:09 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave New South Memphis
2026-09-23T12:29
Arrive Estill Springs
Wed, Sep 23, 5:49 PM CDT
Route Timing
05h 20m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
11:20 AM to 1:20 PM CDT

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

Leave by
6:20 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
Parsons
TN

City in Decatur County, Tennessee, United States

From New South Memphis
130.4 mi
02h 40m
To Estill Springs
131 mi
02h 40m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
67°F
Overnight

Mostly Clear

Starts
Wed, Sep 23 5:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 mph NNE
Destination
83°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Sep 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph N

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  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

    82.3 mi · 1 hr 30 min · Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward 152: Lexington

    919 ft · 23 sec

  9. 9

    Turn right onto Law Road

    1.2 km · 50 sec · Law Road

  10. 10

    Turn left

    10.4 mi · 12 min

  11. 11

    Turn left

    7.5 mi · 9 min

  12. 12

    Continue on US 412;SR 114

    3.5 mi · 4 min · US 412;SR 114

  13. 13

    Merge slight left

    15.8 mi · 18 min

  14. 14

    Continue straight

    13.9 mi · 16 min

  15. 15

    Keep slight right

    43.9 mi · 52 min

  16. 16

    Take the exit right

    1140 ft · 31 sec

  17. 17

    Keep slight right

    17.8 mi · 22 min

  18. 18

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Lewisburg and Franklin Pike

    1.2 km · 1 min · Lewisburg and Franklin Pike

  19. 19

    Turn left

    7.5 mi · 11 min

  20. 20

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Nashville Highway

    1316 ft · 24 sec · Nashville Highway

  21. 21

    Turn right onto Old Columbia Road East

    5.5 mi · 10 min · Old Columbia Road East

  22. 22

    Continue on Old Columbia Highway

    1.5 mi · 3 min · Old Columbia Highway

  23. 23

    Continue on Old Columbia Road

    2.4 mi · 4 min · Old Columbia Road

  24. 24

    Turn right

    17.4 mi · 24 min

  25. 25

    Continue straight

    1523 ft · 20 sec

  26. 26

    Merge slight left

    15.3 mi · 18 min

  27. 27

    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 Estill Springs.

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
27 steps
10 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
2 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
10.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
82.3 mi · 31%
US 412
47.5 mi · 18%
SR 114
47.5 mi · 18%
Old Columbia Road
18 mi · 7%
Sam Cooper Boulevard
6.05 mi · 2%
Old Columbia Road East
5.54 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway

Continue on Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway

82.3 mi · 01h 30m

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
05h 20m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
10h 40m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+39.1 mi
222.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Parsons
02h 40m from New South Memphis
Leave By
6:20 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Mostly Clear leaving New South Memphis and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Estill Springs.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 261.3 miles (420.6 km) and usually takes 05h 20m 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?

Parsons is a useful midpoint, sitting about 130.4 miles from New South Memphis and 131 miles from Estill Springs.

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

The direct path is about 222.2 miles (357.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 39.1 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 6:20 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $37.51 one way or $75.01 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 81.9 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around New South Memphis and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Estill Springs.

Stop Ideas Near Parsons

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

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

RAIL

Newbern–Dyersburg

115 mi away
108 Jefferson St
RAIL

Fulton

119 mi away
21 Newton Rd.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between New South Memphis and Estill Springs. Straight-line distance: 222.22 mi (357.63 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
Estill Springs

#2 Estill Springs

City in Franklin County, Tennessee, United States of America

Population2,040
Coordinates35.2706400, -86.1280400
Altitude288
CountryUnited States
Start: New South Memphis (-90.05676, 35.08676)
End: Estill Springs (-86.12804, 35.27064)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 421 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)08h 42m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)06h 32m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)05h 13m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)04h 21m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)03h 44m
80 mph (129 km/h)03h 15m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
9.22 gal
34.91 L · about $37.51
Round trip
$75.01
18.44 gal · 69.82 L
Estimated CO2
81.9 kg one way
Round trip: 163.9 kg / 361 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.07 $37.51 $75.01
Mid-grade $4.53 $41.74 $83.48
Premium $4.94 $45.54 $91.08
Diesel $6.22 $57.30 $114.60

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 · Sep 23, 2026

There is no time difference between New South Memphis and Estill Springs. The current time is 12:29:38.

Distance to Other Cities

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.