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

The driving distance from New South Memphis, TN to Pegram, TN is about 195.4 miles (314.4 km), with a travel time of about 03h 42m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 182.8 miles (294.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 24m 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
195.39 mi
03h 42m
Flight
182.81 mi
294.21 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
182.81 mi
Kilometers
294.21 km
Flight Time
00h 22m

Driving Distance

Road route
195.39 mi
Kilometers
314.45 km
Drive Time
03h 42m

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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 03h 42m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Pegram
Sun, Apr 19, 9:04 AM CDT
Return by in New South Memphis
Sun, Apr 19, 12:46 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave New South Memphis
2026-04-19T05:22
Arrive Pegram
Sun, Apr 19, 9:04 AM CDT
Route Timing
03h 42m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:42 AM to 11:42 AM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
9:36 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
Medina
TN

City in Tennessee, United States

From New South Memphis
97.6 mi
01h 51m
To Pegram
97.8 mi
01h 51m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
70°F
Sunday

Sunny

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 mph N
Destination
66°F
Sunday

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph NW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  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

    176.8 mi · 3 hr 11 min · Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward SR 249: Kingston Springs, Ashland City

    1442 ft · 42 sec

  9. 9

    Turn left onto Luyben Hills Road

    1974 ft · 45 sec · Luyben Hills Road

  10. 10

    Turn right onto East Kingston Spring

    2.5 mi · 5 min · East Kingston Spring

  11. 11

    At the end of the road, turn right

    1.3 mi · 2 min

  12. 12

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

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

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
12 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
1
0 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
6.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
177 mi · 90%
Sam Cooper Boulevard
6.05 mi · 3%
South Parkway East
4.42 mi · 2%
East Kingston Spring
2.47 mi · 1%
East Parkway South
2.32 mi · 1%
South Third Street
1.44 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway

Continue on Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway

177 mi · 03h 11m

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
03h 42m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
07h 24m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+12.6 mi
182.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Medina
01h 51m from New South Memphis
Leave By
9:36 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving New South Memphis and Chance Rain Showers near Pegram.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 195.4 miles (314.4 km) and usually takes 03h 42m 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?

Medina is a useful midpoint, sitting about 97.6 miles from New South Memphis and 97.8 miles from Pegram.

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

The direct path is about 182.8 miles (294.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.6 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:36 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.98 one way or $51.96 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 61.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around New South Memphis and Chance Rain Showers near Pegram.

Stop Ideas Near Medina

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

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

RAIL

Newbern–Dyersburg

56 mi away
108 Jefferson St
RAIL

Fulton

81 mi away
21 Newton Rd.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between New South Memphis and Pegram. Straight-line distance: 182.81 mi (294.21 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
Pegram

#2 Pegram

City in Cheatham County, Tennessee, United States of America

Population2,056
Coordinates36.1006100, -87.0511200
Altitude168
CountryUnited States
Start: New South Memphis (-90.05676, 35.08676)
End: Pegram (-87.05112, 36.10061)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 314 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)06h 30m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)04h 53m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 54m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 15m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 47m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 26m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
6.89 gal
26.1 L · about $25.98
Round trip
$51.96
13.78 gal · 52.2 L
Estimated CO2
61.2 kg one way
Round trip: 122.5 kg / 270 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $25.98 $51.96
Mid-grade $4.25 $29.30 $58.61
Premium $4.65 $32.07 $64.13
Diesel $5.30 $36.54 $73.09

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 19, 2026

There is no time difference between New South Memphis and Pegram. The current time is 05:22:20.

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.