How far is Tracy City, TN from New South Memphis, TN?
The driving distance from Tracy City, TN to New South Memphis, TN is about 302.8 miles (487.3 km), with a travel time of about 04h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 244.3 miles (393.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 16m 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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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Perry County, Tennessee, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tracy City and New South Memphis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tracy City and New South Memphis.
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Start on Railroad Avenue
2248 ft · 1 min · Railroad Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Pine Street
528 ft · 25 sec · Pine Street
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Turn left onto Colyar Street
52 m · 5 sec · Colyar Street
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Continue on Tracy Road
5 mi · 9 min · Tracy Road
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Continue on Fairmont Avenue
1121 ft · 32 sec · Fairmont Avenue
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Turn right onto Main Street
1.5 km · 2 min · Main Street
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Turn slight left
93 m · 13 sec
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Take the ramp left
822 ft · 20 sec
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Merge slight left
60 mi · 1 hr 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 840 West: Memphis, Franklin
1.4 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Tennessee National Guard Parkway
53.7 mi · 58 min · Tennessee National Guard Parkway
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Merge slight left
164.8 mi · 2 hr 58 min
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Continue on Sam Cooper Boulevard
1.6 mi · 2 min · Sam Cooper Boulevard
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Take the exit slight right toward Perkins Road
1105 ft · 35 sec
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Turn left onto North Perkins Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · North Perkins Road
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Continue on Perkins Extended
1.3 mi · 2 min · Perkins Extended
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Continue on South Perkins Road
2.3 mi · 4 min · South Perkins Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 240 West
1639 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left onto Avron B Fogelman Expressway
4.5 mi · 6 min · Avron B Fogelman Expressway
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Continue on W B Fowler Senior Expressway
3.7 mi · 5 min · W B Fowler Senior Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 61: Vicksburg, Third Street
539 ft · 13 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 61 North: Third Street
1214 ft · 30 sec
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Turn straight onto South Third Street
2014 ft · 36 sec · 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 Tracy City and New South Memphis.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Tennessee National Guard Parkway
Merge slight left
165 mi · 02h 58m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Tracy City 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 Tracy City to New South Memphis?
The road trip is about 302.8 miles (487.3 km) and usually takes 04h 38m 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?
Lobelville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 150.9 miles from Tracy City and 151.9 miles from New South Memphis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 244.3 miles (393.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 58.5 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 7:44 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $40.31 one way or $80.62 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 95 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Tracy City and Sunny near New South Memphis.
Stop Ideas Near Lobelville
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 Lobelville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tracy City and New South Memphis. Straight-line distance: 244.3 mi (393.16 km).
#1 Tracy City
City in Grundy County, Tennessee, United States of America
| Population | 1,403 |
| Coordinates | 35.2603600, -85.7360800 |
| Altitude | 555 |
| 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: 487 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 02m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 46m |
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 | $40.31 | $80.62 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $45.46 | $90.93 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $49.75 | $99.50 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $56.70 | $113.40 |
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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