Trip from East Ridge, TN to Collierville, TN

Drive Time

5h 59m

Distance

298.5 mi

480 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$45

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min

4 AM

5h 47m ★

6 AM

6h 0m

8 AM

6h 26m

10 AM

6h 9m

12 PM

6h 6m

3 PM

6h 10m

5 PM

6h 24m

8 PM

5h 52m

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

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East Ridge, TN

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Collierville, TN

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Trip Overview

Crossing Tennessee from East Ridge to Collierville is a straightforward journey spanning 298.5 miles. You can expect to spend about 5 hours and 59 minutes behind the wheel, making this a manageable, albeit long, one-day trip. With a fuel budget of approximately $45, the route is economically friendly for a single-day excursion. You will primarily navigate via US 72, the John T. Reid Parkway, and US 72 Alternate as you transition across the state. Since the drive is focused on highway travel, it is best suited for those comfortable with longer stints in the driver's seat. Whether you are traveling for business or a change of scenery, the trip is direct and efficient.

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

149.2 miles from East Ridge, TN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 56m into the drive .

Drive Character

This highway-focused drive relies on major thoroughfares for 90% of the journey, ensuring a consistent pace. You will settle into a rhythm as you traverse the longest uninterrupted stretch of 92.1 miles on US 72. While the route avoids the complexities of winding backroads, the character of the pavement changes as you move between the John T. Reid Parkway and the US 72 Alternate segments. Expect a steady, predictable experience that favors speed and directness over technical maneuvers. By staying on these primary roads, you keep navigation simple, allowing you to focus on the miles ahead without frequent turns.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 32 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. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.1 miles in.

Route Complexity 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 298.5 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 2.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 4.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 136.3 miles (US 72 Alternate; AL 20): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 17 key points

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

2.1 mi into trip | ~2m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 75 South: Atlanta

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Exit 185 A Toward I 75 South: Atlanta

4.4 mi into trip | ~6m 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 slight right lane. Toward I 24 West: Chattanooga, Nashville

136.3 mi into trip | ~2h 40m 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.

275 mi into trip | ~5h 29m 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

288.5 mi into trip | ~5h 45m 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	35.4 mi	41m
North Cedar Avenue	17.8 mi	20m
Highway 72	9.5 mi	12m
Huntsville-Decatur Highway	3.5 mi	4m
Lee Highway	2.8 mi	3m

Longest stretch: US 72 — 92.1 mi, about 1h 50m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on I 24

2.1 mi · 2 min · I 24

Keep slight right at fork

0.5 mi · 49 sec

Exit 185 A Toward I 75 South: Atlanta Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 75

0.5 mi · 45 sec · I 75

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 33 sec

Toward US 41: East Ridge

Turn left onto US 41; US 76

0.2 mi · 22 sec · Ringgold Road

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 25 sec

Merge onto I 75

0.7 mi · 57 sec · I 75

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min

Toward I 24 West: Chattanooga, Nashville Use the slight right lane.

Continue on I 24

33 mi · 38 min · I 24

Toward Chattanooga, Nashville Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 33 sec

Exit 152A Toward US 72 West: South Pittsburg

Continue on US 72

18 mi · 20 min · North Cedar Avenue

Use the straight lane.

Continue on US 72

0.8 mi · 56 sec · Lee Highway

Continue on US 72

2.0 mi · 2 min · John T Reid Parkway

Continue on US 72

2.0 mi · 2 min · Lee Highway

Continue on US 72

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

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 72 Alternate; AL 20

3.5 mi · 4 min · Huntsville-Decatur Highway

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 31; US 72 Alternate; AL 20

1.6 mi · 2 min · Bee Line Highway

Use the none lane.

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.

Continue on US 72

22 mi · 26 min · US 72

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 72

1.5 mi · 1 min · US 72

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 72

9.5 mi · 12 min · Highway 72

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 72

1.4 mi · 2 min · US 72

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on US 72

44 mi · 52 min · US 72

Use the none lane.

Enter roundabout onto US 72

155 ft · 1 sec · US 72

Toward US 72 West: Memphis

Continue on US 72

13 mi · 15 min · US 72

Toward US 72 West: Memphis Use the none lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto US 72

8.9 mi · 11 min · US 72

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

Continue on US 72

0.1 mi · 13 sec · US 72

Use the straight lane.

Turn right onto South Center Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · South Center Street

Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn right onto East South Street

432 ft · 17 sec · East South Street

Turn left onto South Main Street

0.2 mi · 36 sec · South Main Street

Turn left onto North Rowlett Street

71 ft · 3 sec · North Rowlett Street

Arrive at destination

North Rowlett Street

Trip Plan

Since this is a six-hour trek, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refresh. Aim to depart early in the morning to avoid fatigue, as the 298.5-mile distance requires sustained attention. Keep your fuel gauge in mind during the 92.1-mile stretch on US 72, as options may be more sparse than on other parts of the route. Because this trip is designed as a single-day journey, you have the flexibility to adjust your pace based on traffic conditions. Always check your fuel levels before hitting the longer highway segments to ensure your $45 budget stays on track throughout the day.

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 149.2 miles from East Ridge, TN, or about 2h 56m 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 80 miles or 1h 34m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 149.2 miles or 2h 56m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 53m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving East Ridge, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 East Ridge, TN

This is one driving day of about 298.5 miles and 5h 59m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from East Ridge, 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 149.2 mi from East Ridge, TN · 2h 56m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Huntsville, AL

149 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

Huntsville, AL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Huntsville, AL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 149.2 miles from East Ridge, 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.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$45.34 one way

$90.68 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 104 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.25	$49.98	$99.96
premium	$4.80	$56.35	$112.70
diesel	$5.64	$66.32	$132.63

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$45

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$70–$95

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 104.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	89.6	1	$31.34	$14.33
Efficient EV	74.6	0	$26.12	$11.94
EV Truck/SUV	119.4	1	$41.79	$19.10

Gas CO2

104 kg

EV CO2

35 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 data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

East Ridge, TN

Night in East Ridge on Sunday

Local time

9:47 PM

EDT

Current temp

63°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Collierville, TN

Evening in Collierville 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

1 hour earlier

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

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

5h 59m 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 East Ridge, TN to Collierville, TN covers 298.5 miles and takes about 5h 59m 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 149.2 miles from East Ridge, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $45.34 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.

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

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Trip from East Ridge, TN to Collierville, TN

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Collierville, TN

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

East Ridge, TN

Collierville, TN

1 hour earlier

1 degrees warmer at arrival

5h 59m on the road

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