Origin
Collierville, TN
Evening in Collierville on Sunday
Local time
8:47 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Collierville, TN to Fayetteville, TN
Drive Time
4h 15m
Distance
208.9 mi
336 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$32
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 3m
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6 AM
4h 16m
8 AM
4h 42m
10 AM
4h 25m
12 PM
4h 23m
3 PM
4h 27m
5 PM
4h 41m
8 PM
4h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Collierville, TN
Kelly
Fayetteville, TN
Kelly
Trip Overview
Spanning 208.9 miles across Tennessee, this drive from Collierville to Fayetteville is a straightforward trip that typically takes about 4 hours and 15 minutes. You will primarily rely on US 72 and US 64, making this an efficient, highway-focused route that is easily manageable in a single day. With a fuel budget of approximately $32, it serves as a practical connection between these two Southeast locations. Because the duration is relatively modest, you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you prefer a slower pace. It is a reliable option for travelers looking to move between the western and southern parts of the state without complex navigation.
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
104.5 miles from Collierville, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 15m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a consistent experience on this route, as 84% of your travel occurs on major highways. You will spend much of your time on US 72 and US 64, which provide a steady, reliable rhythm for your journey. A notable highlight is the 65.8-mile stretch on US 72, which represents the longest uninterrupted segment of the trip. While the drive is focused on high-speed transit, the transition between these primary roads keeps the experience from feeling like a monotonous interstate grind. You can anticipate a predictable flow that allows you to cover the distance efficiently.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 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 65.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 72 and United States Route 64. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in near US 72.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 15m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles (US 72): Lane positioning matters here; at 23.5 miles (US 72): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 23.5 miles (US 72): 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.
4
0.9 mi into trip
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~2m in
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US 72
Turn left onto US 72
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
23.5 mi into trip
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~30m in
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US 72
Enter roundabout onto US 72 toward US 72 East: Corinth
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Toward US 72 East: Corinth
4
23.5 mi into trip
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~30m in
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US 72
Straight onto US 72 toward US 72 East: Corinth
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward US 72 East: Corinth
9
66.7 mi into trip
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~1h 21m in
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MS 2
Take the exit onto MS 2 toward US 45 North, MS 2 East: Jackson, Tenn.
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward US 45 North, MS 2 East: Jackson, Tenn.
7
94.9 mi into trip
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~2h 2m in
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US 64; SR 69
At end of road, turn right onto US 64; SR 69
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Collierville, TN to Fayetteville, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Tenn. along the way.
Tenn.
66.7 mi in
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~1h 21m
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via MS 2
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 72 | 65.8 mi | 1h 18m |
| United States Route 64 | 44.4 mi | 50m |
| US 64 | 36.5 mi | 43m |
| Wayne Road | 31.1 mi | 35m |
| TN 22 | 20 mi | 30m |
| Mississippi Highway 2 | 4.3 mi | 6m |
| MS 2 | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| North Center Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US 72
— 65.8 mi, about 1h 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Collierville, TN and Fayetteville, TN.
1
Start on North Rowlett Street
321 ft
·
17 sec
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North Rowlett Street
2
Turn left onto North Center Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
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North Center Street
3
Turn left onto US 72
23 mi
·
27 min
·
US 72
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Enter roundabout onto US 72
153 ft
·
1 sec
·
US 72
Toward US 72 East: Corinth
5
Continue on US 72
43 mi
·
50 min
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US 72
Toward US 72 East: Corinth
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Take the exit onto MS 2
3.5 mi
·
4 min
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MS 2
Toward US 45 North, MS 2 East: Jackson, Tenn.
Use the left lane.
7
Take the exit onto MS 2
0.4 mi
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53 sec
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MS 2
Toward MS 2 East: Savannah TN
8
Continue on MS 2
3.2 mi
·
4 min
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Mississippi Highway 2
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on MS 2
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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Mississippi Highway 2
10
Continue on TN 22
12 mi
·
17 min
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TN 22
11
At end of road, turn left onto TN 22; TN 142
8.4 mi
·
12 min
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TN 22; TN 142
12
At end of road, turn right onto US 64; SR 69
4.0 mi
·
6 min
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US 64; SR 69
Use the none lane.
13
Turn right onto Water Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Water Street
14
Turn left onto TN 128
344 ft
·
12 sec
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Pickwick Street South
15
Turn right onto US 64; SR 69; SR 128
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Main Street
16
Continue on US 64; SR 128
31 mi
·
35 min
·
Wayne Road
17
Continue on US 64
0.8 mi
·
52 sec
·
Dexter L Woods Memorial Boulevard
18
Continue on US 64
44 mi
·
50 min
·
United States Route 64
19
Continue on US 64
0.7 mi
·
48 sec
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West College Street
20
Continue on US 64
32 mi
·
37 min
·
US 64
Use the none lane.
21
Turn right onto US 431
79 ft
·
1 sec
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Main Avenue South
22
Arrive at destination
US 431
Trip Plan
Since this is a 4-hour and 15-minute drive, plan your departure to avoid peak local traffic hours to ensure the smoothest transit. Although the trip is short enough to complete in one day, incorporating at least one planned stop will help you break up the 208.9-mile distance and stay alert. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge during the longer stretches, as the $32 budget assumes steady highway speeds. Flexibility is a major advantage here, so feel free to adjust your pace if you encounter unexpected road conditions on the major routes. Given the highway-heavy nature of the trip, prioritize comfort and hydration to make the four-hour journey feel shorter.
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 104.5 miles from Collierville, TN, or about 2h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 65.8 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 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 104.5 miles or 2h 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fayetteville, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Collierville, 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 Collierville, TN
This is one driving day of about 208.9 miles and 4h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Collierville, 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 65.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 104.5 mi from Collierville, TN · 2h 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
104 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 104.5 miles from Collierville, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 72 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 65.8 miles.
Arriving in Fayetteville, TN
The final approach into Fayetteville, 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 Fayetteville, 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
$31.73 one way
$63.46 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
73 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $34.98 | $69.96 |
| premium | $4.80 | $39.44 | $78.87 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $46.41 | $92.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 73.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 62.7 | 0 | $21.93 | $10.03 |
| Efficient EV | 52.2 | 0 | $18.28 | $8.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 83.6 | 1 | $29.25 | $13.37 |
Gas CO2
73 kg
EV CO2
24 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
Fayetteville, TN
Evening in Fayetteville on Sunday
Local time
8:47 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
4h 15m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Collierville, TN to Fayetteville, TN covers 208.9 miles and takes about 4h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 72, United States Route 64, US 64. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 104.5 miles from Collierville, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $31.73 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h 15m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles (US 72): Lane positioning matters here; at 23.5 miles (US 72): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 23.5 miles (US 72): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Collierville, TN to Fayetteville, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Tenn. along the way.
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