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Bean Station, TN
Morning in Bean Station on Saturday
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9:20 AM
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Current temp
73°F
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Trip from Bean Station, TN to Memphis, TN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
8h 3m
Distance
437.4 mi
704 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
2-day trip
Fuel Cost
$68
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
7h 55m
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6 AM
8h 3m
8 AM
8h 20m
10 AM
8h 9m
12 PM
8h 7m
3 PM
8h 10m
5 PM
8h 19m
8 PM
7h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bean Station, TN
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Memphis, TN
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Trip Overview
Embark on a 438.1-mile journey from Bean Station, TN, to Memphis, TN, a drive that will take approximately 6 hours and 50 minutes. This route, primarily utilizing Appalachian Highway and I-24 West with a significant portion on local roads, is best tackled in a single day, especially with a fuel cost estimated around $67. You'll traverse through the Southeast, staying within Tennessee for the entire trip. Expect a more hands-on driving experience, with frequent turns, making it a dynamic rather than a straightforward interstate cruise. Consider this a manageable day trip for those who prefer a more engaged drive.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
218.7 miles from Bean Station, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 1m into the drive .
Drive Character
This route offers a 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, meaning you won't be spending much time on high-speed highways as indicated by its 0% highway share. Instead, anticipate a journey characterized by navigating local roads and making frequent turns. While there isn't a specified longest uninterrupted stretch, the nature of this drive suggests a constant need for attention to navigation and road changes. The experience will likely involve transitioning through various local landscapes and communities as you make your way across the state.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 40 is the longest continuous segment at about 391.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and US 11W. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 66.4 miles in near I 40.
Driving Effort
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 437.4 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 66.4 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 221.3 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 223.4 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
66.4 mi into trip
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~1h 17m in
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I 40
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40 toward Nashville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Nashville
9
221.3 mi into trip
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~4h 4m in
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I 40
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40 toward I 24 West, I 40 West: Nashville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 213B
Toward I 24 West, I 40 West: Nashville
8
223.4 mi into trip
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~4h 7m in
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I 40
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40 toward I 40 West: Huntsville, Memphis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 40 West: Huntsville, Memphis
8
423.7 mi into trip
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~7h 45m in
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I 40
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40 toward I 40 West: Little Rock
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 10B
Toward I 40 West: Little Rock
8
437 mi into trip
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~8h 2m in
Take the exit toward Second Street, Third Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 1A
Toward Second Street, Third Street
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Bean Station, TN and Memphis, TN, road signs point toward Nashville and Louisville.
Nashville
66.4 mi in
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~1h 17m
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via I 40
Louisville
224.5 mi in
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~4h 8m
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via I 40
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 391.3 mi | 7h 8m |
| US 11W | 40.1 mi | 45m |
| Downtown Loop | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Appalachian Highway | 1.6 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| North 2nd Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Poplar Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 391.3 mi, about 7h 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bean Station, TN and Memphis, TN.
1
Start on Old US 11W
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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Main Street
2
Turn right onto US 11W; US 25E; SR 1; SR 32; ADHS S
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Appalachian Highway
3
Keep slight right at fork onto US 11W
40 mi
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45 min
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US 11W
4
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
5
Merge onto I 40
24 mi
·
27 min
·
I 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40
155 mi
·
2 hr 46 min
·
I 40
Toward Nashville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
I 40
Exit 213B
Toward I 24 West, I 40 West: Nashville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
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I 40
Toward I 40 West: Huntsville, Memphis
Use the slight left lane.
9
Merge onto I 40
0.6 mi
·
52 sec
·
Downtown Loop
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 40
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Downtown Loop
Exit 210A
Toward I 40 West, I 65 North: Memphis, Louisville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40
197 mi
·
3 hr 33 min
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I 40
Toward I 40 West: Memphis
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit onto I 40
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
·
I 40
Exit 10A-B
Toward I 240 West, I 40 West: Jackson Mississippi, Little Rock
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40
11 mi
·
13 min
·
I 40
Exit 10B
Toward I 40 West: Little Rock
Use the slight right lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
I 40
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 1A
Toward Second Street, Third Street
Use the slight right lane.
16
Continue on North 2nd Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
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North 2nd Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Turn left onto Poplar Avenue
202 ft
·
4 sec
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Poplar Avenue
18
Arrive at destination
Poplar Avenue
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 6-hour and 50-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Bean Station to maximize daylight and allow ample time for the numerous turns. With only one recommended stop, plan it strategically for a break and fuel refill, keeping the estimated $67 fuel cost in mind. The 'turn-heavy' nature of this route means staying focused on your navigation is key; a GPS or reliable mapping app is highly recommended. This manageable 438.1-mile trip is well-suited for a single day, offering flexibility to adjust your pace as needed.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 218.7 miles from Bean Station, TN, or about 4h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 391.3 miles.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 96 miles or 1h 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 218.7 miles or 4h 1m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 218.7 miles or 4h 1m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Memphis, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bean Station, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bean Station, TN
Aim for roughly 219 miles and 4 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Memphis, TN
Aim for roughly 219 miles and 4 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 96 miles from Bean Station, TN.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 391.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 218.7 mi from Bean Station, TN · 4h 1m into the drive
Mid-route town
Overnight candidate
219 mi into the route
Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start
This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.
Find hotels in Hendersonville, TNOvernight Options
Night 1
219 mi · about 4h in
A practical overnight split lands near Hendersonville, TN after about 219 miles or 4 hours of driving.
Find hotelsPacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 96 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 218.7 miles from Bean Station, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 391.3 miles.
Overnight split
Hotel stopFor a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 219 miles or 4 hours on the road.
Arriving in Memphis, TN
The final approach into Memphis, TN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Memphis, TN.
On a multi-day trip, keep the last day a little lighter so you reach Memphis, TN with some flexibility left in the schedule.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$68.38 one way
$136.76 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
153 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $75.08 | $150.16 |
| premium | $4.89 | $84.17 | $168.35 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $96.57 | $193.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$68
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$198–$308
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 153 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $46 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 131.2 | 1 | $45.93 | $21.00 |
| Efficient EV | 109.4 | 1 | $38.27 | $17.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 175 | 2 | $61.24 | $27.99 |
Gas CO2
153 kg
EV CO2
51 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Memphis, TN
Morning in Memphis on Saturday
Local time
8:20 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
Time zone
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
16 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
8h 3m on the road
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Bean Station, TN to Memphis, TN covers 437.4 miles and takes about 8h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, US 11W, Downtown Loop. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Yes. This route is usually more comfortable as a 2-day drive. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 219 miles on day one.
The midpoint is about 218.7 miles from Bean Station, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $68.38 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 437.4 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 66.4 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 221.3 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 223.4 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Bean Station, TN and Memphis, TN, road signs point toward Nashville and Louisville.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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