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Trip from Collegedale, TN to Collierville, TN

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

6h 10m

Distance

305.3 mi

491 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$48

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min
4 AM
5h 58m ★
6 AM
6h 10m
8 AM
6h 36m
10 AM
6h 19m
12 PM
6h 17m
3 PM
6h 21m
5 PM
6h 35m
8 PM
6h 3m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Collegedale, TN, TN

Collegedale, TN

Davide Comunian

town in Shelby County, Tennessee, United States

Collierville, TN

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Trip Overview

The drive from Collegedale, TN to Collierville, TN covers 305.3 miles and takes about 6h 10m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on US 72, John T Reid Parkway, US 72 Alternate for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 92.1 miles on US 72. At current regular gas prices, budget about $47.73 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

152.7 miles from Collegedale, TN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 2m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 10m. Total distance: 305.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 10m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Drive Character

This is a 6h 10m highway drive covering 305.3 miles, with most of the trip on US 72 and John T Reid Parkway. The longest continuous stretch is about 92.1 miles on US 72.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 72 is the longest continuous segment at about 92.1 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 72 and John T Reid Parkway. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 4.1 miles in.

Driving Effort 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 305.3 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 4.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 11.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 143.2 miles (US 72 Alternate; AL 20): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 15 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
4.1 mi into trip | ~7m in

Take the ramp

Navigation decision point

7
11.3 mi into trip | ~17m in

Take the exit toward I 24 West: Chattanooga, Nashville

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 24 West: Chattanooga, Nashville
6
143.2 mi into trip | ~2h 51m in | US 72 Alternate; AL 20

Keep slight right at fork onto US 72 Alternate; AL 20

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
6
281.8 mi into trip | ~5h 40m in | US 72

Enter roundabout onto US 72 toward US 72 West: Memphis

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

Toward US 72 West: Memphis
8
295.3 mi into trip | ~5h 56m in | US 72

Keep slight left at fork onto US 72 toward Collierville, Memphis

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward Collierville, Memphis

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 72 92.1 mi 1h 50m
John T Reid Parkway 71.9 mi 1h 22m
US 72 Alternate 59.6 mi 1h 14m
I 24 33.3 mi 38m
North Cedar Avenue 17.8 mi 20m
Highway 72 9.5 mi 12m
I 75 6.9 mi 9m
Apison Pike 3.8 mi 6m
Longest stretch: US 72 — 92.1 mi, about 1h 50m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Collegedale, TN and Collierville, TN.

1

Start on Colcord Drive

70 ft · 7 sec · Colcord Drive
2

Turn left onto SR 317

0.8 mi · 1 min · Apison Pike
3

At end of road, turn left onto SR 317

3.0 mi · 5 min · Apison Pike
4

Continue on SR 317

0.3 mi · 42 sec · Volkswagen Drive
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 35 sec
6

Merge onto I 75; US 11; US 64; SR 317

6.9 mi · 9 min · I 75; US 11; US 64; SR 317
Use the straight lane.
7

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 56 sec
Toward I 24 West: Chattanooga, Nashville Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Continue on I 24

33 mi · 38 min · I 24
Toward Chattanooga, Nashville Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 33 sec
Exit 152A Toward US 72 West: South Pittsburg
10

Continue on US 72

18 mi · 20 min · North Cedar Avenue
Use the straight lane.
11

Continue on US 72

0.8 mi · 56 sec · Lee Highway
12

Continue on US 72

2.0 mi · 2 min · John T Reid Parkway
13

Continue on US 72

2.0 mi · 2 min · Lee Highway
14

Continue on US 72

70 mi · 1 hr 20 min · John T Reid Parkway
15

Continue on US 72 Alternate; AL 20

3.5 mi · 4 min · Huntsville-Decatur Highway
Use the right lane.
16

Continue on US 31; US 72 Alternate; AL 20

1.6 mi · 2 min · Bee Line Highway
17

Keep slight right at fork onto US 72 Alternate; AL 20

60 mi · 1 hr 14 min · US 72 Alternate; AL 20
Use the right lane.
18

Continue on US 72

22 mi · 26 min · US 72
Use the straight / right lanes.
19

Continue on US 72

1.5 mi · 1 min · US 72
Use the straight / right lanes.
20

Continue on US 72

9.5 mi · 12 min · Highway 72
Use the straight / right lanes.
21

Continue on US 72

1.4 mi · 2 min · US 72
Use the straight / right lanes.
22

Continue on US 72

44 mi · 52 min · US 72
Use the straight / right lanes.
23

Enter roundabout onto US 72

155 ft · 1 sec · US 72
Toward US 72 West: Memphis
24

Continue on US 72

13 mi · 15 min · US 72
Toward US 72 West: Memphis Use the straight / right lanes.
25

Keep slight left at fork onto US 72

8.9 mi · 11 min · US 72
Toward Collierville, Memphis Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26

Continue on US 72

0.1 mi · 13 sec · US 72
Use the straight lane.
27

Turn right onto South Center Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · South Center Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
28

Turn right onto East South Street

432 ft · 17 sec · East South Street
29

Turn left onto South Main Street

0.2 mi · 36 sec · South Main Street
30

Turn left onto North Rowlett Street

71 ft · 3 sec · North Rowlett Street
31

Arrive at destination

North Rowlett Street

Trip Plan

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.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 152.7 miles from Collegedale, TN, or about 3h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 92.1 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 67 miles or 1h 22m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 152.7 miles or 3h 2m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 5h 3m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Collierville, TN than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Collegedale, 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 Collegedale, TN

This is one driving day of about 305.3 miles and 6h 10m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 67 miles from Collegedale, 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 US 72 for about 92.1 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 152.7 mi from Collegedale, TN · 3h 2m into the drive

county seat of Madison County, Alabama, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Huntsville, AL

153 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

Fort Payne, AL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 67 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Moulton, AL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 152.7 miles from Collegedale, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 72 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 92.1 miles.

Arriving in Collierville, TN

The final approach into Collierville, 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 Collierville, TN.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Silver Caboose Restaurant & Soda Fountain

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Collierville, Tennessee

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 305.3

Hours: 11 am–7 pm

+19018530010

Visit website

Top Coffee Stop

SoCo Grind Iuka

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Iuka, Mississippi

Later in the drive, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 218.1

Hours: 7 am–1 pm

+16626643291

Visit website

Cream & Sugar Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Iuka, Mississippi

2.3 mi

SoCo Grind

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Corinth, Mississippi

2.8 mi

Silver Caboose Restaurant & Soda Fountain

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 305.3

Collierville, Tennessee

Hours: 11 am–7 pm

+19018530010

Visit website

SoCo Grind Iuka

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 218.1

Iuka, Mississippi

Hours: 7 am–1 pm

+16626643291

Visit website

Cream & Sugar Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 218.1

Iuka, Mississippi

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+16625933498

Visit website

SoCo Grind

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 239.9

Corinth, Mississippi

Hours: 6:30 am–5 pm

+16625941271

Visit website

Just Love Coffee Cafe - Madison, AL

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 130.8

Madison, Alabama

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+12564891223

Visit website

Crave Corinth

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 239.9

Corinth, Mississippi

Hours: 6:30 am–6 pm

+16623960193

Visit website

7 Brew Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 239.9

Corinth, Mississippi

Hours: 5:30 am–10 pm

+14793589274

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 152.7

Trinity, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 239.9

Corinth, Mississippi

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 130.8

Madison, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.4 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 130.8

Madison, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

3.4 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 130.8

Madison, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 305.3

Collierville, Tennessee

Hours: 9 am–6:30 pm

+18887584389

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 130.8

Madison, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 130.8

Madison, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Chattanooga Whiskey Experimental Distillery

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 21.8

Chattanooga, Tennessee

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+14237604333

Visit website

Renaissance Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 21.8

Chattanooga, Tennessee

Hours: 6 am–11 pm

+14236436096

Dublin Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 130.8

Madison, Alabama

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+12567729300

Visit website

Monte Sano State Park

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 109

Huntsville, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+12565343757

Visit website

Kids Kingdom

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 130.8

Madison, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+12563872194

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$47.73 one way

$95.46 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 107 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $52.41 $104.81
premium $4.89 $58.75 $117.50
diesel $5.61 $67.41 $134.81

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$48

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$73–$98

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 106.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 91.6 1 $32.06 $14.65
Efficient EV 76.3 0 $26.71 $12.21
EV Truck/SUV 122.1 1 $42.74 $19.54

Gas CO2

107 kg

EV CO2

36 kg (66% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Collegedale, TN

Morning in Collegedale on Saturday

Local time

8:05 AM

EDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Collierville, TN

Morning in Collierville on Saturday

Local time

7:05 AM

CDT

Current temp

55°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

1 hour earlier

The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.

Temperature spread

6 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

6h 10m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Collegedale, TN to Collierville, TN covers 305.3 miles and takes about 6h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are US 72, John T Reid Parkway, US 72 Alternate. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 152.7 miles from Collegedale, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $47.73 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 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 305.3 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

The main spots that need attention: at 4.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 11.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 143.2 miles (US 72 Alternate; AL 20): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

The route from Collegedale, TN to Collierville, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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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