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

The driving distance from New South Memphis, TN to New Hope, TN is about 284.4 miles (457.7 km), with a travel time of about 05h 44m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 248.9 miles (400.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 29m 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
284.42 mi
05h 44m
Flight
248.85 mi
400.48 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
248.85 mi
Kilometers
400.48 km
Flight Time
00h 30m

Driving Distance

Road route
284.42 mi
Kilometers
457.73 km
Drive Time
05h 44m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 44m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in New Hope
Sat, Apr 18, 4:07 PM CDT
Return by in New South Memphis
Sat, Apr 18, 9:52 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave New South Memphis
2026-04-18T10:22
Arrive New Hope
Sat, Apr 18, 4:07 PM CDT
Route Timing
05h 44m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
11:45 AM to 1:45 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
5:30 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
Saint Joseph
TN

Small town in Tennessee

From New South Memphis
142 mi
02h 52m
To New Hope
142.4 mi
02h 52m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
75°F
Saturday

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph W
Destination
85°F
Saturday

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 5:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph SW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  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

    90.8 mi · 1 hr 44 min

  20. 20

    Take the exit slight right

    1671 ft · 47 sec

  21. 21

    Turn right

    2.4 mi · 4 min

  22. 22

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

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

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
22 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
8
2 merges, 6 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
7.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
US 72 East
123 mi · 43%
Huntsville-Decatur Highway
94.1 mi · 33%
Joe Wheeler Highway
28.8 mi · 10%
Bill Morris Parkway
13.9 mi · 5%
Wheeler Highway
8.36 mi · 3%
Avron B Fogelman Expressway
5.96 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

Huntsville-Decatur Highway

Continue straight

90.8 mi · 01h 44m

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 44m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
11h 30m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+35.5 mi
248.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Saint Joseph
02h 52m from New South Memphis
Leave By
5:30 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving New South Memphis and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near New Hope.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 284.4 miles (457.7 km) and usually takes 05h 44m 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?

Saint Joseph is a useful midpoint, sitting about 142 miles from New South Memphis and 142.4 miles from New Hope.

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

The direct path is about 248.9 miles (400.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 35.5 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 5:30 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $37.86 one way or $75.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 89.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

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

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between New South Memphis and New Hope. Straight-line distance: 248.85 mi (400.48 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
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#2 New Hope

City in Marion County, Tennessee, United States

Population1,067
Coordinates35.0050800, -85.6583000
Altitude218
CountryUnited States
Start: New South Memphis (-90.05676, 35.08676)
End: New Hope (-85.6583, 35.00508)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 458 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)09h 28m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)07h 06m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)05h 41m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)04h 44m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)04h 03m
80 mph (129 km/h)03h 32m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
10.04 gal
37.99 L · about $37.86
Round trip
$75.72
20.08 gal · 75.98 L
Estimated CO2
89.2 kg one way
Round trip: 178.5 kg / 394 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $37.86 $75.72
Mid-grade $4.25 $42.70 $85.40
Premium $4.65 $46.73 $93.45
Diesel $5.30 $53.25 $106.50

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 18, 2026

There is no time difference between New South Memphis and New Hope. The current time is 10:22:37.

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.