Origin
Collierville, TN
Evening in Collierville on Sunday
Local time
7:28 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Collierville, TN to Germantown, TN
Drive Time
20m
Distance
9.4 mi
15 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 19m
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6 AM
0h 21m
8 AM
0h 24m
10 AM
0h 22m
12 PM
0h 22m
3 PM
0h 22m
5 PM
0h 24m
8 PM
0h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Collierville, TN
Kelly
Germantown, TN
Kelly
Trip Overview
If you are traveling between Collierville and Germantown, Tennessee, you are looking at a quick, 9.4-mile journey that typically takes about 20 minutes to complete. This trip is strictly a local drive, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion that requires no overnight planning. With a fuel budget of just $1, it is an incredibly economical route to navigate. You will spend your time traversing West Poplar Avenue, Dogwood Road, and Walnut Street as you move within the Southeast region. Because the entire route is within the same state, you can expect a familiar, straightforward experience that avoids the complexities of long-distance interstate travel.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
4.7 miles from Collierville, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 10m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel rather than settling into a monotonous interstate cruise. Since the highway share is 0%, you won't encounter high-speed lanes, but you will instead navigate a series of surface roads through the local landscape. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is 8.2 miles while traveling on West Poplar Avenue. Because the route relies entirely on local streets, the pace remains steady and predictable throughout the entire 20-minute duration. It is a functional, no-frills drive that prioritizes direct local connectivity over scenic highway touring.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 7 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Poplar Avenue is the longest continuous segment at about 8.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Walnut Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 20m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Walnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (TN 57 / West Poplar Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.6 miles (Dogwood Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Walnut Street
Turn right onto Walnut Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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TN 57 / West Poplar Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto TN 57 / West Poplar Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
8.6 mi into trip
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~18m in
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Dogwood Road
Turn left onto Dogwood Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
9.3 mi into trip
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~20m in
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South Germantown Road
At end of road, turn left onto South Germantown Road
Navigation decision point
4
9.4 mi into trip
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~20m in
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Southern Avenue
Turn left onto Southern Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Poplar Avenue | 8.2 mi | 17m |
| Dogwood Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Walnut Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Rowlett Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Southern Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Germantown Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
West Poplar Avenue
— 8.2 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Collierville, TN and Germantown, TN.
1
Start on North Rowlett Street
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
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North Rowlett Street
2
Turn right onto Walnut Street
0.2 mi
·
58 sec
·
Walnut Street
3
At end of road, turn left onto TN 57
8.2 mi
·
17 min
·
West Poplar Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Turn left onto Dogwood Road
0.7 mi
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1 min
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Dogwood Road
Use the left lane.
5
At end of road, turn left onto South Germantown Road
147 ft
·
4 sec
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South Germantown Road
6
Turn left onto Southern Avenue
175 ft
·
7 sec
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Southern Avenue
7
Arrive at destination
Southern Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the short 9.4-mile distance, you have total flexibility in your departure time, as traffic patterns on these local roads are the only real variable to consider. You won't need to plan for any stops since the duration is so brief, allowing you to head straight to your destination without worry. Keep in mind that because this route is entirely turn-heavy local driving, staying attentive to navigation changes on West Poplar Avenue is essential. Since the fuel cost is a negligible $1, you can easily top off your tank before leaving Collierville without needing to budget for mid-trip pit stops. Use this quick transit time to your advantage by planning your arrival in Germantown whenever it best suits your personal schedule.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 4.7 miles from Collierville, TN, or about 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 8.2 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 9.4 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4.7 miles or 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Germantown, 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 9.4 miles and 20m.
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.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on West Poplar Avenue for about 8.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4.7 mi from Collierville, TN · 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
5 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 9.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4.7 miles from Collierville, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Germantown, TN
The final approach into Germantown, 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 Germantown, 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
$1.43 one way
$2.86 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $1.57 | $3.15 |
| premium | $4.80 | $1.77 | $3.55 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.09 | $4.18 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.8 | 0 | $0.99 | $0.45 |
| Efficient EV | 2.4 | 0 | $0.82 | $0.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.8 | 0 | $1.32 | $0.60 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Germantown, TN
Evening in Germantown on Sunday
Local time
7:28 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
1 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
20m 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 Collierville, TN to Germantown, TN covers 9.4 miles and takes about 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Poplar Avenue, Dogwood Road, Walnut Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.7 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 $1.43 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.
This is a straightforward 20m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Walnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (TN 57 / West Poplar Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.6 miles (Dogwood Road): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Collierville, TN to Germantown, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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