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

The driving distance from Waynesboro, TN to New South Memphis, TN is about 154.4 miles (248.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 42m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 130.6 miles (210.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 24m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
154.42 mi
02h 42m
Flight
130.53 mi
210.07 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
130.53 mi
Kilometers
210.07 km
Flight Time
00h 15m

Driving Distance

Road route
154.42 mi
Kilometers
248.52 km
Drive Time
02h 42m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 42m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in New South Memphis
Tue, May 12, 11:08 PM CDT
Return by in Waynesboro
Wed, May 13, 1:51 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Waynesboro
2026-05-12T20:26
Arrive New South Memphis
Tue, May 12, 11:08 PM CDT
Route Timing
02h 42m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:42 AM to 12:42 PM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
1:06 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Waynesboro
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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
Bolivar
TN

City in Tennessee

From Waynesboro
73.6 mi
01h 21m
To New South Memphis
80.8 mi
01h 21m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
79°F
Tuesday

Sunny

Starts
Tue, May 12 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph ESE
Destination
76°F
Tuesday

Sunny

Starts
Tue, May 12 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph SSE

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on North Main Street

    57 m · 3 sec · North Main Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto Hill Street

    69 m · 4 sec · Hill Street

  3. 3

    Turn left onto West Public Square

    92 m · 6 sec · West Public Square

  4. 4

    At the end of the road, turn right onto South High Street

    1713 ft · 34 sec · South High Street

  5. 5

    Keep slight right to continue on Savannah Highway

    1.5 mi · 3 min · Savannah Highway

  6. 6

    Turn left onto Savannah Highway

    28.4 mi · 33 min · Savannah Highway

  7. 7

    Turn slight left onto Hanna Boulevard

    159 m · 18 sec · Hanna Boulevard

  8. 8

    Turn right onto Water Street

    2874 ft · 1 min · Water Street

  9. 9

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Bridge Avenue

    4 mi · 6 min · Bridge Avenue

  10. 10

    Continue straight

    16.3 mi · 24 min

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right

    102 m · 9 sec

  12. 12

    Turn right onto Mulberry Avenue

    1.5 mi · 3 min · Mulberry Avenue

  13. 13

    Continue on West Cherry Avenue

    22.4 mi · 26 min · West Cherry Avenue

  14. 14

    Continue on East Market Street

    49.1 mi · 1 hr 2 min · East Market Street

  15. 15

    Take the exit straight toward Memphis

    1356 ft · 32 sec

  16. 16

    Merge slight left onto Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway

    7 mi · 8 min · Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway

  17. 17

    Continue on Sam Cooper Boulevard

    1.6 mi · 2 min · Sam Cooper Boulevard

  18. 18

    Take the exit slight right toward Perkins Road

    1105 ft · 35 sec

  19. 19

    Turn left onto North Perkins Road

    1.1 mi · 2 min · North Perkins Road

  20. 20

    Continue on Perkins Extended

    1.3 mi · 2 min · Perkins Extended

  21. 21

    Continue on South Perkins Road

    2.3 mi · 4 min · South Perkins Road

  22. 22

    Take the ramp slight right toward I 240 West

    1639 ft · 40 sec

  23. 23

    Merge slight left onto Avron B Fogelman Expressway

    4.5 mi · 6 min · Avron B Fogelman Expressway

  24. 24

    Continue on W B Fowler Senior Expressway

    3.7 mi · 5 min · W B Fowler Senior Expressway

  25. 25

    Take the exit slight right toward US 61: Vicksburg, Third Street

    539 ft · 13 sec

  26. 26

    Keep slight right to continue on US 61 North: Third Street

    1214 ft · 30 sec

  27. 27

    Turn straight onto South Third Street

    2014 ft · 36 sec · South Third Street

  28. 28

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · South Third Street

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Interchange-aware route

The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.

Directions
28 steps
10 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
7
2 merges, 5 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
18.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
East Market Street
49.1 mi · 32%
Savannah Highway
30 mi · 19%
West Cherry Avenue
22.4 mi · 14%
Bridge Avenue
20.4 mi · 13%
Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
6.99 mi · 5%
Avron B Fogelman Expressway
4.49 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

East Market Street

Continue on East Market Street

49.1 mi · 01h 02m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 42m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 24m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+23.8 mi
130.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Bolivar
01h 21m from Waynesboro
Leave By
1:06 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Waynesboro 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 Waynesboro to New South Memphis?

The road trip is about 154.4 miles (248.5 km) and usually takes 02h 42m 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?

Bolivar is a useful midpoint, sitting about 73.6 miles from Waynesboro and 80.8 miles from New South Memphis.

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

The direct path is about 130.6 miles (210.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.8 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 1:06 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.55 one way or $41.10 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 48.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Waynesboro and Sunny near New South Memphis.

Stop Ideas Near Bolivar

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

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

RAIL

Central Station

98 mi away
Central Station
RAIL

Newbern–Dyersburg

98 mi away
108 Jefferson St

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Waynesboro and New South Memphis. Straight-line distance: 130.53 mi (210.07 km).

Waynesboro

#1 Waynesboro

City in Tennessee

Population2,371
Coordinates35.3195200, -87.7622500
Altitude228
CountryUnited States
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#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.

Population641,608
Coordinates35.0867600, -90.0567600
Altitude79
CountryUnited States
Start: North Main Street (-87.762371, 35.319532)
End: South Third Street (-90.05674, 35.086758)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 249 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)05h 08m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 51m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 05m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 34m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 12m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 55m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.45 gal
20.63 L · about $20.55
Round trip
$41.10
10.9 gal · 41.26 L
Estimated CO2
48.4 kg one way
Round trip: 96.9 kg / 214 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $20.55 $41.10
Mid-grade $4.25 $23.18 $46.36
Premium $4.65 $25.36 $50.73
Diesel $5.30 $28.91 $57.81

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 · May 13, 2026

There is no time difference between Waynesboro and New South Memphis. The current time is 20:26:40.

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.