Origin
Bon Aqua Junction, TN
Evening in Bon Aqua Junction on Tuesday
Local time
8:28 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bon Aqua Junction, TN to New South Memphis, TN
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
3h 29m
Distance
185.1 mi
298 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 17m
★
6 AM
3h 29m
8 AM
3h 54m
10 AM
3h 38m
12 PM
3h 35m
3 PM
3h 39m
5 PM
3h 53m
8 PM
3h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bon Aqua Junction, TN
Kelly
New South Memphis, TN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Bon Aqua Junction, TN to New South Memphis, TN covers 185.1 miles and takes about 3h 29m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 40, Avron B Fogelman Expressway, State HWY 46 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 161.5 miles on I 40. At current regular gas prices, budget about $28.94 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
92.5 miles from Bon Aqua Junction, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 42m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 3h 29m highway drive covering 185.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 40 and Avron B Fogelman Expressway. The longest continuous stretch is about 161.5 miles on I 40.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 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 161.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and Avron B Fogelman Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7.7 miles in.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 185.1 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 7.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.8 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 170.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
7.7 mi into trip
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~11m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
7.8 mi into trip
|
~11m in
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I 40
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
170.9 mi into trip
|
~3h 8m in
Take the exit toward Perkins Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 9
Toward Perkins Road
8
184.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 27m in
Take the exit toward US 61: Vicksburg, 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 7
Toward US 61: Vicksburg, Third Street
8
184.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 28m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 61 North: Third Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward US 61 North: Third Street
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 161.5 mi | 2h 54m |
| Avron B Fogelman Expressway | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| State HWY 46 | 4 mi | 5m |
| W B Fowler Senior Expressway | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| State Highway 46 | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| South Perkins Road | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Sam Cooper Boulevard | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Perkins Extended | 1.3 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 161.5 mi, about 2h 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bon Aqua Junction, TN and New South Memphis, TN.
1
Start on TN 100
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
State Highway 100
2
Turn left onto TN 46
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
State Highway 46
3
Continue on SR 46
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
State HWY 46
Use the straight lane.
4
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Merge onto I 40
162 mi
·
2 hr 54 min
·
I 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on Sam Cooper Boulevard
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Sam Cooper Boulevard
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 9
Toward Perkins Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 240 West
12
Merge onto I 240
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Avron B Fogelman Expressway
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on I 240
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
W B Fowler Senior Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
Exit 7
Toward US 61: Vicksburg, Third Street
Use the slight right lane.
15
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward US 61 North: Third Street
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
16
Turn straight onto US 61
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
South Third Street
17
Arrive at destination
US 61
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 92.5 miles from Bon Aqua Junction, TN, or about 1h 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 161.5 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 92.5 miles or 1h 42m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New South Memphis, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bon Aqua Junction, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bon Aqua Junction, TN
This is one driving day of about 185.1 miles and 3h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bon Aqua Junction, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 161.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 92.5 mi from Bon Aqua Junction, TN · 1h 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
93 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 92.5 miles from Bon Aqua Junction, 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 161.5 miles.
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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around New South Memphis, TN.
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
$28.94 one way
$57.88 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
65 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $31.77 | $63.55 |
| premium | $4.89 | $35.62 | $71.24 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $40.87 | $81.74 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 64.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 55.5 | 0 | $19.44 | $8.88 |
| Efficient EV | 46.3 | 0 | $16.20 | $7.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 74 | 0 | $25.91 | $11.85 |
Gas CO2
65 kg
EV CO2
22 kg (66% 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
Evening in New South Memphis on Tuesday
Local time
8:28 PM
CDT
Current temp
68°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.
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
5 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 29m 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 Bon Aqua Junction, TN to New South Memphis, TN covers 185.1 miles and takes about 3h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, Avron B Fogelman Expressway, State HWY 46. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 92.5 miles from Bon Aqua Junction, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $28.94 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 185.1 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 7.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.8 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 170.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Bon Aqua Junction, TN to New South Memphis, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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