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

The driving distance from New South Memphis, TN to Lakesite, TN is about 329.1 miles (529.7 km), with a travel time of about 06h 45m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 278.6 miles (448.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 13h 30m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM CDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
329.13 mi
06h 45m
Flight
278.62 mi
448.39 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
278.62 mi
Kilometers
448.39 km
Flight Time
00h 33m

Driving Distance

Road route
329.13 mi
Kilometers
529.69 km
Drive Time
06h 45m

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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 06h 45m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Lakesite
Wed, Sep 23, 5:56 PM EDT
Return by in New South Memphis
Wed, Sep 23, 11:41 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave New South Memphis
2026-09-23T10:11
Arrive Lakesite
Wed, Sep 23, 4:56 PM CDT
Route Timing
06h 45m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 7:30 AM CDT
Treat this as a longer travel day
Arrive between
1:45 PM to 3:15 PM EDT

Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.

Leave by
10:30 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 08h 00m at the destination.
Back in New South Memphis
8:00 PM CDT
Overnight-style route

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
Saint Joseph
TN

Small town in Tennessee

From New South Memphis
164.2 mi
03h 22m
To Lakesite
164.9 mi
03h 22m

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

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Sep 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph SW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on South Third Street

    2789 ft · 49 sec · South Third Street

  2. 2

    Take the ramp slight right toward I 55 South, I 240 East: Nashville, Jackson Miss

    939 ft · 23 sec

  3. 3

    Merge slight left onto W B Fowler Senior Expressway

    3.9 mi · 5 min · W B Fowler Senior Expressway

  4. 4

    Continue on Avron B Fogelman Expressway

    6 mi · 8 min · Avron B Fogelman Expressway

  5. 5

    Take the exit slight right toward SR 385 East: Bill Morris Parkway, Collierville,

    1.1 km · 56 sec

  6. 6

    Continue on Bill Morris Parkway

    13.9 mi · 17 min · Bill Morris Parkway

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward US 72: Collierville, Corinth

    1557 ft · 30 sec

  8. 8

    Keep slight right to continue on US 72 East: Corinth

    541 ft · 10 sec

  9. 9

    Merge slight left

    21.8 mi · 26 min

  10. 10

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward US 72 East: Corinth

    47 m · 2 sec

  11. 11

    Exit the roundabout onto US 72 East: Corinth

    57.2 mi · 1 hr 10 min

  12. 12

    Continue straight

    1115 ft · 17 sec

  13. 13

    Continue straight

    44 mi · 52 min

  14. 14

    Keep slight left to continue on Wheeler Highway

    8.4 mi · 10 min · Wheeler Highway

  15. 15

    Continue on Joe Wheeler Highway

    20.2 mi · 25 min · Joe Wheeler Highway

  16. 16

    Continue straight

    8.6 mi · 13 min

  17. 17

    Turn left onto 6th Avenue Northeast

    1.8 mi · 3 min · 6th Avenue Northeast

  18. 18

    Continue on Huntsville-Decatur Highway

    3 mi · 4 min · Huntsville-Decatur Highway

  19. 19

    Continue straight

    92.8 mi · 1 hr 47 min

  20. 20

    Take the exit slight right toward I-24 East: Chattanooga

    1068 ft · 26 sec

  21. 21

    Merge slight left

    26.2 mi · 29 min

  22. 22

    Take the exit slight right toward US 27 North: Downtown Chattanooga

    2163 ft · 47 sec

  23. 23

    Continue straight

    1.2 km · 60 sec

  24. 24

    Take the exit slight right toward Downtown

    1123 ft · 26 sec

  25. 25

    Turn right onto West Martin Luther King Boulevard

    1323 ft · 50 sec · West Martin Luther King Boulevard

  26. 26

    Turn left onto Georgia Avenue

    3259 ft · 1 min · Georgia Avenue

  27. 27

    Continue on Veterans Bridge

    2749 ft · 46 sec · Veterans Bridge

  28. 28

    Continue on Barton Avenue

    1.2 km · 1 min · Barton Avenue

  29. 29

    Turn slight left onto Hixson Pike

    15 mi · 25 min · Hixson Pike

  30. 30

    Turn right onto Lyons Lane

    2826 ft · 2 min · Lyons Lane

  31. 31

    Turn left onto Bayview Road

    21 m · 3 sec · Bayview Road

  32. 32

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Bayview Road

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Long-distance drive

This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.

Directions
32 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
11
3 merges, 8 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
9.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
US 72 East
123 mi · 38%
Huntsville-Decatur Highway
95.8 mi · 29%
Joe Wheeler Highway
28.8 mi · 9%
I-24 East
26.4 mi · 8%
Hixson Pike
15 mi · 5%
Bill Morris Parkway
13.9 mi · 4%
Longest Stretch

Huntsville-Decatur Highway

Continue straight

92.8 mi · 01h 47m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
06h 45m
Overnight route
Same-Day Return
13h 30m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+50.5 mi
278.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Saint Joseph
03h 22m from New South Memphis
Leave By
10:30 PM CDT
Overnight-style route
Weather Watch

Mostly Clear leaving New South Memphis and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Lakesite.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 329.1 miles (529.7 km) and usually takes 06h 45m 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?

Saint Joseph is a useful midpoint, sitting about 164.2 miles from New South Memphis and 164.9 miles from Lakesite.

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

The direct path is about 278.6 miles (448.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 50.5 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 CDT. 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 $47.23 one way or $94.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 103.2 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 Lakesite, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around New South Memphis and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Lakesite.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between New South Memphis and Lakesite. Straight-line distance: 278.62 mi (448.39 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
Lakesite

#2 Lakesite

City in Hamilton County, Tennessee, United States of America

Population1,866
Coordinates35.2086800, -85.1269000
Altitude228
CountryUnited States
Start: New South Memphis (-90.05676, 35.08676)
End: Lakesite (-85.1269, 35.20868)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 530 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)10h 58m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)08h 13m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)06h 34m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)05h 29m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)04h 42m
80 mph (129 km/h)04h 06m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
11.61 gal
43.96 L · about $47.23
Round trip
$94.46
23.22 gal · 87.92 L
Estimated CO2
103.2 kg one way
Round trip: 206.4 kg / 455 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.07 $47.23 $94.46
Mid-grade $4.53 $52.56 $105.12
Premium $4.94 $57.34 $114.68
Diesel $6.22 $72.16 $144.31

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

Please keep in mind that there is a 1 hour time gap between New South Memphis, TN and Lakesite, TN. The current time in New South Memphis is 10:11:18, although it is 11:11:18 in Lakesite.

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.