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

The driving distance from New South Memphis, TN to Mason, TN is about 45.7 miles (73.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 01m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 37.1 miles (59.7 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 02m 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
45.75 mi
01h 01m
Flight
37.12 mi
59.74 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
37.12 mi
Kilometers
59.74 km
Flight Time
00h 04m

Driving Distance

Road route
45.75 mi
Kilometers
73.63 km
Drive Time
01h 01m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 01m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Mason
Thu, Apr 23, 7:10 AM CDT
Return by in New South Memphis
Thu, Apr 23, 8:11 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave New South Memphis
2026-04-23T06:09
Arrive Mason
Thu, Apr 23, 7:10 AM CDT
Route Timing
01h 01m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:01 AM to 11:01 AM CDT

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

Leave by
4:28 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
Lakeland
TN

City in Shelby County, Tennessee, United States

From New South Memphis
22.9 mi
00h 30m
To Mason
22.9 mi
00h 30m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
62°F
Overnight

Partly Cloudy

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 4:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 mph S
Destination
84°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 15 mph S

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  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

    24.3 mi · 27 min · Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward SR 59: Covington, Somerville

    1013 ft · 22 sec

  9. 9

    Keep slight left to continue on SR 59: Covington, Somerville

    25 m · 7 sec

  10. 10

    Turn left

    3.8 mi · 6 min

  11. 11

    At the end of the road, turn right

    3 mi · 5 min

  12. 12

    Turn right onto Main Street

    691 ft · 19 sec · Main Street

  13. 13

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Main Street

Car Route Details

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

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
13 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
1
0 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
28.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
24.3 mi · 53%
Sam Cooper Boulevard
6.05 mi · 13%
South Parkway East
4.42 mi · 10%
East Parkway South
2.32 mi · 5%
South Third Street
1.44 mi · 3%
SR 59
0.21 mi
Longest Stretch

Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway

Continue on Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway

24.3 mi · 00h 27m

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
01h 01m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 02m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+8.6 mi
37.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Lakeland
00h 30m from New South Memphis
Leave By
4:28 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Partly Cloudy leaving New South Memphis and Sunny near Mason.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 45.7 miles (73.6 km) and usually takes 01h 01m 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?

Lakeland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.9 miles from New South Memphis and 22.9 miles from Mason.

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

The direct path is about 37.1 miles (59.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.6 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:28 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.07 one way or $12.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Partly Cloudy around New South Memphis and Sunny near Mason.

Stop Ideas Near Lakeland

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

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

RAIL

Central Station

31 mi away
Central Station
RAIL

Newbern–Dyersburg

107 mi away
108 Jefferson St

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between New South Memphis and Mason. Straight-line distance: 37.12 mi (59.74 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
Mason

#2 Mason

Town in Tipton County, Tennessee, USA

Population1,535
Coordinates35.4117500, -89.5328500
Altitude95
CountryUnited States
Start: New South Memphis (-90.05676, 35.08676)
End: Mason (-89.53285, 35.41175)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 74 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 31m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 08m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 54m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 45m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 39m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 34m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.61 gal
6.11 L · about $6.07
Round trip
$12.14
3.22 gal · 12.22 L
Estimated CO2
14.3 kg one way
Round trip: 28.6 kg / 63 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $6.07 $12.14
Mid-grade $4.25 $6.85 $13.69
Premium $4.65 $7.49 $14.99
Diesel $5.30 $8.54 $17.08

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 · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between New South Memphis and Mason. The current time is 06:09:16.

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.