How far is New South Memphis, TN from Mount Carmel, TN?
The driving distance from New South Memphis, TN to Mount Carmel, TN is about 145.5 miles (234.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 07m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 119 miles (191.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 14m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 07m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Tennessee, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Areas Of Fog then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between New South Memphis and Mount Carmel.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New South Memphis and Mount Carmel.
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Start on South Third Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · South Third Street
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Turn right onto South Parkway East
1.4 mi · 3 min · South Parkway East
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Continue on South Parkway East
2.7 mi · 4 min · South Parkway East
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Continue on South Parkway East
2060 ft · 41 sec · South Parkway East
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Continue on East Parkway South
2.3 mi · 4 min · East Parkway South
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Turn right onto Sam Cooper Boulevard
6.1 mi · 9 min · Sam Cooper Boulevard
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Continue on Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
82.3 mi · 1 hr 30 min · Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward 152: Lexington
919 ft · 23 sec
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Turn right onto Law Road
1.2 km · 50 sec · Law Road
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Turn left
10.4 mi · 12 min
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Turn left
7.5 mi · 9 min
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Continue on US 412;SR 114
3.5 mi · 4 min · US 412;SR 114
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Merge slight left
8.8 mi · 10 min
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Turn right onto South Tennessee Avenue
4.7 mi · 6 min · South Tennessee Avenue
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Turn left onto Middleburg Road
2669 ft · 56 sec · Middleburg Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto West Main Street
3.5 mi · 6 min · West Main Street
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Turn right onto Mt Carmel Road
9.2 mi · 26 min · Mt Carmel Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Mt Carmel Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between New South Memphis and Mount Carmel.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
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.
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving New South Memphis and Areas Of Fog then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Mount Carmel.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from New South Memphis to Mount Carmel?
The road trip is about 145.5 miles (234.1 km) and usually takes 03h 07m 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?
Bells is a useful midpoint, sitting about 72.6 miles from New South Memphis and 72.8 miles from Mount Carmel.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 119 miles (191.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.5 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 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:46 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.35 one way or $38.69 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around New South Memphis and Areas Of Fog then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Mount Carmel.
Stop Ideas Near Bells
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 Bells.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between New South Memphis and Mount Carmel. Straight-line distance: 118.99 mi (191.49 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 Mount Carmel
Town in Hawkins County, Tennessee, United States
| Population | 5,255 |
| Coordinates | 35.4978500, -88.0078100 |
| Altitude | 125 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mount Carmel (-88.00781, 35.49785)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 234 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 48m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $19.35 | $38.69 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $21.82 | $43.64 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $23.88 | $47.75 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $27.21 | $54.42 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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