Origin
Clifton, TN
Evening in Clifton on Sunday
Local time
7:58 PM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Clifton, TN to New South Memphis, TN
Drive Time
2h 58m
Distance
153.9 mi
248 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 47m
★
6 AM
2h 58m
8 AM
3h 21m
10 AM
3h 6m
12 PM
3h 4m
3 PM
3h 8m
5 PM
3h 20m
8 PM
2h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Clifton, TN
Kelly
New South Memphis, TN
Dee Hunna
Trip Overview
Spanning 153.9 miles across Tennessee, this trek from Clifton to New South Memphis is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 58 minutes. Because the drive is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $23 for fuel to cover the distance comfortably. Navigating primarily via I-40, West Main Street, and Billy Nance Boulevard, you will remain within the Southeast region for the duration of your travel. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick visit, this route offers a reliable connection between these two points in the state.
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
77 miles from Clifton, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 28m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 71% of your time behind the wheel will be spent on major roads. The journey features a significant 82.3-mile stretch on I-40, which serves as the backbone of your trip and provides a consistent pace for the majority of the drive. While the transition from local roads like West Main Street and Billy Nance Boulevard into the interstate system changes the rhythm of your travel, the overall character remains functional and efficient. You will find that the road demands steady attention during the long interstate portion, contrasting with the slower, more localized navigation at the beginning and end of your trip.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 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 82.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and West Main Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 55.7 miles in.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 153.9 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 55.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 139.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 140 miles (North Perkins Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
55.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
7
139.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 37m 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
6
140 mi into trip
|
~2h 38m in
|
North Perkins Road
Turn left onto North Perkins Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
153.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 57m 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
153.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 57m 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 | 82.3 mi | 1h 29m |
| West Main Street | 17.4 mi | 19m |
| Billy Nance Boulevard | 15.2 mi | 17m |
| US 412 | 10.5 mi | 11m |
| US 641 | 8.1 mi | 9m |
| Avron B Fogelman Expressway | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| W B Fowler Senior Expressway | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| South Perkins Road | 2.3 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 82.3 mi, about 1h 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clifton, TN and New South Memphis, TN.
1
Start on SR 128
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
West Water Street
2
Turn slight left onto SR 128
463 ft
·
10 sec
·
Walnut Street
3
Turn right onto TN 128
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
West Pillow Street
4
At end of road, turn right onto US 641; SR 128
15 mi
·
17 min
·
Billy Nance Boulevard
5
Continue on US 641; SR 202
8.1 mi
·
9 min
·
US 641; SR 202
6
Turn left onto US 412
17 mi
·
19 min
·
West Main Street
7
Continue on US 412
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
West Church Sttreet
8
Continue on US 412
10 mi
·
11 min
·
US 412
9
Turn right onto SR 152
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Law Road
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
11
Merge onto I 40
82 mi
·
1 hr 29 min
·
I 40
Use the none lane.
12
Continue on Sam Cooper Boulevard
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Sam Cooper Boulevard
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 9
Toward Perkins Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn left onto North Perkins Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
North Perkins Road
Use the none lane.
15
Continue on Perkins Extended
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Perkins Extended
Use the none lane.
16
Continue on South Perkins Road
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
South Perkins Road
Use the none lane.
17
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 240 West
18
Merge onto I 240
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Avron B Fogelman Expressway
Use the none / straight lanes.
19
Continue on I 240
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
W B Fowler Senior Expressway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
Exit 7
Toward US 61: Vicksburg, Third Street
Use the slight right lane.
21
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward US 61 North: Third Street
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
22
Turn straight onto US 61
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
South Third Street
23
Arrive at destination
US 61
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable three-hour drive, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience without feeling rushed. Plan for at least one stop along the way to break up the 82.3-mile interstate stretch and keep yourself refreshed. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before merging onto I-40 to ensure you have enough to cover the bulk of the mileage without needing to hunt for stations in high-traffic areas. By utilizing the 153.9-mile total distance effectively, you can reach New South Memphis by mid-day if you head out early. Remember that balancing your time between the local surface streets and the faster highway segments is the key to maintaining a smooth pace throughout your journey.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 77 miles from Clifton, TN, or about 1h 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 82.3 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 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 77 miles or 1h 28m 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 22m
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 Clifton, 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 Clifton, TN
This is one driving day of about 153.9 miles and 2h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Clifton, 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 82.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 77 mi from Clifton, TN · 1h 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
77 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 77 miles from Clifton, 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 82.3 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.38 one way
$46.75 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
54 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $25.77 | $51.54 |
| premium | $4.80 | $29.05 | $58.11 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $34.19 | $68.38 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 53.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 46.2 | 0 | $16.16 | $7.39 |
| Efficient EV | 38.5 | 0 | $13.47 | $6.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 61.6 | 0 | $21.55 | $9.85 |
Gas CO2
54 kg
EV CO2
18 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
Evening in New South Memphis on Sunday
Local time
7:58 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°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
19 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
2h 58m 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 Clifton, TN to New South Memphis, TN covers 153.9 miles and takes about 2h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, West Main Street, Billy Nance Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 77 miles from Clifton, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.38 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.
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 12 significant decision points across 153.9 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 55.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 139.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 140 miles (North Perkins Road): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Clifton, TN to New South Memphis, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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