How far is New South Memphis, TN from Waverly, TN?
The driving distance from New South Memphis, TN to Waverly, TN is about 162.1 miles (260.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 144.6 miles (232.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 20m 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.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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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 10m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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.
The most populous city in Madison County, Tennessee.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Cloudy
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between New South Memphis and Waverly.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New South Memphis and Waverly.
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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
131.8 mi · 2 hr 23 min · Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 13: Linden, Waverly
1027 ft · 27 sec
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Turn left onto State Highway 13
15.5 mi · 23 min · State Highway 13
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Continue on South Church Street
1757 ft · 38 sec · South Church Street
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Turn left onto North Court Square
101 m · 9 sec · North Court Square
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Turn right onto Mill Street
77 m · 11 sec · Mill Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Mill Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between New South Memphis and Waverly.
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
132 mi · 02h 23m
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.
Partly Cloudy leaving New South Memphis and Sunny near Waverly.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from New South Memphis to Waverly?
The road trip is about 162.1 miles (260.9 km) and usually takes 03h 10m 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?
Jackson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 81 miles from New South Memphis and 81.2 miles from Waverly.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 144.6 miles (232.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.5 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 10:40 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.23 one way or $46.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Cloudy around New South Memphis and Sunny near Waverly.
Stop Ideas Near Jackson
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 Jackson.
Newbern–Dyersburg
Fulton
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between New South Memphis and Waverly. Straight-line distance: 144.57 mi (232.66 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 Waverly
City in Tennessee, United States
| Population | 4,118 |
| Coordinates | 36.0839500, -87.7947500 |
| Altitude | 163 |
| Country | United States |
End: Waverly (-87.79475, 36.08395)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 261 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 01m |
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 | $4.06 | $23.23 | $46.46 |
| Mid-grade | $4.52 | $25.87 | $51.74 |
| Premium | $4.92 | $28.17 | $56.33 |
| Diesel | $6.20 | $35.44 | $70.87 |
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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