How far is Ridgely, TN from Memphis, TN?
The driving distance from Ridgely, TN to Memphis, TN is about 114.8 miles (184.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 83.1 miles (133.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 44m 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 52m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Human settlement in Lauderdale County, Tennessee, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ridgely and Memphis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ridgely and Memphis.
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Start on the route
19 m · 7 sec
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Turn right onto Depot Street
47 m · 6 sec · Depot Street
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Turn right onto South Main Street
64 m · 11 sec · South Main Street
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Turn left onto Poplar Street
2754 ft · 1 min · Poplar Street
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Turn right onto South Headden Drive
1594 ft · 27 sec · South Headden Drive
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Continue on State Route 78
14.1 mi · 19 min · State Route 78
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Continue on Lake Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Lake Road
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Turn right onto United States Route 51
76.1 mi · 1 hr 44 min · United States Route 51
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Continue on North Danny Thomas Boulevard
1 km · 1 min · North Danny Thomas Boulevard
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Turn right onto Poplar Avenue
1692 ft · 36 sec · Poplar Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Poplar Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ridgely and Memphis.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
United States Route 51
Turn right onto United States Route 51
76.1 mi · 01h 44m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Sunny leaving Ridgely and Mostly Sunny near Memphis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ridgely to Memphis?
The road trip is about 114.8 miles (184.8 km) and usually takes 01h 52m 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 46.6 miles from Ridgely and 68.2 miles from Memphis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 83.1 miles (133.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 31.7 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 2:46 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.27 one way or $30.55 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Ridgely and Mostly Sunny near Memphis.
Stop Ideas Near Henning
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 Henning.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ridgely and Memphis. Straight-line distance: 83.15 mi (133.82 km).
#1 Ridgely
Town in Lake County, Tennessee, United States of America
| Population | 1,604 |
| Coordinates | 36.2634000, -89.4878500 |
| Altitude | 86 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Memphis
The twenty-ninth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Memphis metropolitan area.
| Population | 649,705 |
| Coordinates | 35.1495300, -90.0489800 |
| Altitude | 78 |
| Country | United States |
End: Poplar Avenue (-90.048923, 35.149674)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 185 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 25m |
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 | $15.27 | $30.55 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $17.22 | $34.45 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $18.85 | $37.70 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $21.48 | $42.96 |
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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