Origin
Bells, TN
Afternoon in Bells on Thursday
Local time
12:38 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bells, TN to New South Memphis, TN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 19m
Distance
78.2 mi
126 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 13m
★
6 AM
1h 19m
8 AM
1h 32m
10 AM
1h 24m
12 PM
1h 22m
3 PM
1h 24m
5 PM
1h 31m
8 PM
1h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bells, TN
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New South Memphis, TN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Bells, TN to New South Memphis, TN covers 78.2 miles and takes about 1h 19m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Dupree Street, Anderson Avenue, I 40 West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.23 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 19m. Total distance: 78.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 19m drive with frequent turns across 78.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Dupree Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Bells, TN to New South Memphis, TN is easy. At 1h 19m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bells, TN to New South Memphis, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dupree Street | — | — |
| Anderson Avenue | — | — |
| I 40 West | — | — |
| Sam Cooper Boulevard | — | — |
| Perkins Road | — | — |
| North Perkins Road | — | — |
| Perkins Extended | — | — |
| South Perkins Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Dupree Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bells, TN and New South Memphis, TN.
1
Start on High Street
11 mi
·
16 min
·
High Street
2
Turn left onto Dupree Street
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Dupree Street
3
Turn left onto Anderson Avenue
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Anderson Avenue
4
Take the ramp right toward I 40 West
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
I 40 West
5
Merge slight left
45 mi
·
49 min
6
Continue on Sam Cooper Boulevard
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Sam Cooper Boulevard
7
Take the exit slight right toward Perkins Road
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Perkins Road
8
Turn left onto North Perkins Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
North Perkins Road
9
Continue on Perkins Extended
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Perkins Extended
10
Continue on South Perkins Road
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
South Perkins Road
11
Take the ramp slight right toward I 240 West
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
I 240 West
12
Merge slight left onto Avron B Fogelman Expressway
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Avron B Fogelman Expressway
13
Continue on W B Fowler Senior Expressway
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
W B Fowler Senior Expressway
14
Take the exit slight right toward US 61: Vicksburg, Third Street
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
US 61: Vicksburg, Third Street
15
Keep slight right to continue on US 61 North: Third Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
US 61 North: Third Street
16
Turn straight onto South Third Street
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
South Third Street
17
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 39.1 mi from Bells, TN · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
39 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 39.1 miles from Bells, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in New South Memphis, TN
The final approach into New South Memphis, TN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.23 one way
$24.45 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $13.42 | $26.85 |
| premium | $4.89 | $15.05 | $30.10 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.27 | $34.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.5 | 0 | $8.21 | $3.75 |
| Efficient EV | 19.6 | 0 | $6.84 | $3.13 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.3 | 0 | $10.95 | $5.00 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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
New South Memphis, TN
Afternoon in New South Memphis on Thursday
Local time
12:38 PM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
56°F
Lakeland, TN
39 mi in
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
9 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
1h 19m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Bells, TN to New South Memphis, TN covers 78.2 miles and takes about 1h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dupree Street, Anderson Avenue, I 40 West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 39.1 miles from Bells, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.23 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Bells, TN to New South Memphis, TN is easy. At 1h 19m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bells, TN to New South Memphis, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Bells, TN to New South Memphis, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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