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

The driving distance from New South Memphis, TN to Obion, TN is about 100.8 miles (162.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 18m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 94.4 miles (152 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 37m 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
100.87 mi
02h 18m
Flight
94.43 mi
151.97 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
94.43 mi
Kilometers
151.97 km
Flight Time
00h 11m

Driving Distance

Road route
100.87 mi
Kilometers
162.34 km
Drive Time
02h 18m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 18m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Obion
Tue, May 12, 10:11 PM CDT
Return by in New South Memphis
Wed, May 13, 12:30 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave New South Memphis
2026-05-12T19:53
Arrive Obion
Tue, May 12, 10:11 PM CDT
Route Timing
02h 18m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:19 AM to 12:19 PM CDT

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

Leave by
1:52 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
Henning
TN

Human settlement in Lauderdale County, Tennessee, United States of America

From New South Memphis
50.5 mi
01h 09m
To Obion
50.4 mi
01h 09m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
76°F
Tuesday

Sunny

Starts
Tue, May 12 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph SSE
Destination
80°F
Tuesday

Sunny

Starts
Tue, May 12 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph SSW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on South Third Street

    2.6 mi · 4 min · South Third Street

  2. 2

    Continue on South B. B. King Boulevard

    2.1 mi · 4 min · South B. B. King Boulevard

  3. 3

    Continue on North B.B. King Boulevard

    1162 ft · 36 sec · North B.B. King Boulevard

  4. 4

    Continue on North 3rd Street

    2681 ft · 55 sec · North 3rd Street

  5. 5

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Chelsea Avenue

    1835 ft · 41 sec · Chelsea Avenue

  6. 6

    Turn left onto Thomas Street

    14.7 mi · 19 min · Thomas Street

  7. 7

    Continue straight

    1.7 mi · 3 min

  8. 8

    Continue straight

    8.7 mi · 13 min

  9. 9

    Continue straight

    3 mi · 4 min

  10. 10

    Continue straight

    6.4 mi · 9 min

  11. 11

    Continue straight

    36.7 mi · 48 min

  12. 12

    Turn slight right onto South Main Avenue

    2.2 mi · 4 min · South Main Avenue

  13. 13

    At the end of the road, turn left onto McGaughey Street

    54 m · 6 sec · McGaughey Street

  14. 14

    Turn right onto Troy Avenue

    2111 ft · 44 sec · Troy Avenue

  15. 15

    Turn right onto Gordon Street

    1018 ft · 22 sec · Gordon Street

  16. 16

    Turn left onto North Sampson Avenue

    2087 ft · 42 sec · North Sampson Avenue

  17. 17

    Continue on Saint John Avenue

    2.4 mi · 4 min · Saint John Avenue

  18. 18

    Take the ramp slight right toward US 412 West, US 51 North: Union City, St. Louis

    1 km · 1 min

  19. 19

    Keep slight right to continue on US 51 North: Union City

    16 mi · 17 min

  20. 20

    Take the exit slight right toward SR 183: Obion

    1453 ft · 38 sec

  21. 21

    Turn right onto Elbridge-Obion Road

    1988 ft · 40 sec · Elbridge-Obion Road

  22. 22

    Continue on West Palestine Avenue

    1.5 km · 2 min · West Palestine Avenue

  23. 23

    Turn right onto 7th Street

    564 ft · 26 sec · 7th Street

  24. 24

    Turn right

    39 m · 10 sec

  25. 25

    Turn right

    30 m · 7 sec

  26. 26

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
26 steps
11 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
0 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
25.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Thomas Street
71.1 mi · 71%
US 51 North
16 mi · 16%
South Third Street
2.61 mi · 3%
Saint John Avenue
2.44 mi · 2%
South Main Avenue
2.16 mi · 2%
South B. B. King Boulevard
2.09 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

Thomas Street

Continue straight

36.7 mi · 00h 48m

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
02h 18m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 38m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+6.4 mi
94.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Henning
01h 09m from New South Memphis
Leave By
1:52 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving New South Memphis and Sunny near Obion.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 100.8 miles (162.3 km) and usually takes 02h 18m 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?

Henning is a useful midpoint, sitting about 50.5 miles from New South Memphis and 50.4 miles from Obion.

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

The direct path is about 94.4 miles (152 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.4 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 1:52 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.42 one way or $26.85 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around New South Memphis and Sunny near Obion.

Stop Ideas Near Henning

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

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

RAIL

Newbern–Dyersburg

56 mi away
108 Jefferson St
RAIL

Central Station

74 mi away
Central Station
RAIL

Fulton

113 mi away
21 Newton Rd.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between New South Memphis and Obion. Straight-line distance: 94.43 mi (151.97 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
Obion

#2 Obion

City in Obion County, Tennessee, United States of America

Population1,043
Coordinates36.2589600, -89.1917400
Altitude87
CountryUnited States
Start: New South Memphis (-90.05676, 35.08676)
End: Obion (-89.19174, 36.25896)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 162 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 21m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 31m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 01m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 40m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 26m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 15m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.56 gal
13.47 L · about $13.42
Round trip
$26.85
7.12 gal · 26.94 L
Estimated CO2
31.6 kg one way
Round trip: 63.3 kg / 140 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $13.42 $26.85
Mid-grade $4.25 $15.14 $30.28
Premium $4.65 $16.57 $33.14
Diesel $5.30 $18.88 $37.76

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 · May 13, 2026

There is no time difference between New South Memphis and Obion. The current time is 19:53:09.

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.