How far is Tiptonville, TN from New South Memphis, TN?
The driving distance from Tiptonville, TN to New South Memphis, TN is about 108.8 miles (175.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 95.1 miles (153 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 19m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 09m.
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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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tiptonville and New South Memphis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tiptonville and New South Memphis.
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Start on Church Street
1735 ft · 53 sec · Church Street
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Turn right onto Carl Perkins Parkway
3077 ft · 52 sec · Carl Perkins Parkway
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Continue on State Route 78
6.8 mi · 10 min · State Route 78
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Continue on Headden Drive
1.6 km · 1 min · 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
1147 ft · 28 sec · North Danny Thomas Boulevard
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 40 West: Little Rock
1317 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left
694 ft · 11 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward Second Street, Third Street
1209 ft · 30 sec
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Continue on North 2nd Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · North 2nd Street
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Turn left onto East G. E. Patterson Avenue
558 ft · 13 sec · East G. E. Patterson Avenue
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Turn right onto South B. B. King Boulevard
2970 ft · 54 sec · South B. B. King Boulevard
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Continue on South Third Street
2.6 mi · 4 min · South Third Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Third Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tiptonville and New South 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 Tiptonville and Sunny near New South Memphis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tiptonville to New South Memphis?
The road trip is about 108.8 miles (175.1 km) and usually takes 02h 09m 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 52.8 miles from Tiptonville and 56 miles from New South Memphis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 95.1 miles (153 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.7 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 2:10 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.66 one way or $29.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Tiptonville and Sunny near New South 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 Tiptonville and New South Memphis. Straight-line distance: 95.08 mi (153.01 km).
#1 Tiptonville
Town in and county seat of Lake County, Tennessee, United States
| Population | 3,984 |
| Coordinates | 36.3784000, -89.4720200 |
| Altitude | 91 |
| Country | United States |
#2 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 |
End: South Third Street (-90.05674, 35.086758)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 175 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 21m |
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 | $3.82 | $14.66 | $29.31 |
| Mid-grade | $4.27 | $16.39 | $32.79 |
| Premium | $4.68 | $17.97 | $35.94 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $22.96 | $45.91 |
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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