Origin
Germantown, TN
Evening in Germantown on Sunday
Local time
6:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Germantown, TN to Memphis, TN
Drive Time
30m
Distance
15 mi
24 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 28m
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6 AM
0h 30m
8 AM
0h 35m
10 AM
0h 32m
12 PM
0h 31m
3 PM
0h 32m
5 PM
0h 35m
8 PM
0h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Germantown, TN
Kelly
Memphis, TN
Kelly
Trip Overview
Traveling the 15 miles from Germantown to Memphis is a straightforward commute that typically takes about 30 minutes. Since this is a local transit route within Tennessee, you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations or crossing regional boundaries. Budgeting approximately $2 for fuel makes this an incredibly affordable trip for a quick day outing. You will rely primarily on surface streets like Poplar Avenue, Poplar Pike, and Park Avenue to reach your destination. Because there are no mandatory stops required, you have the flexibility to complete this drive in a single session without needing to plan for extended breaks.
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
7.5 miles from Germantown, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 15m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route features zero highway miles. Your journey is characterized by steady navigation through urban and suburban corridors, with your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 11.3 miles along Poplar Avenue. Behind the wheel, you will find the experience requires more active attention to local traffic signals and intersections compared to a monotonous highway haul. The road maintains a consistent pace as you transition between these key thoroughfares, ensuring you remain engaged with the local geography throughout the entire 30-minute duration.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Poplar Avenue is the longest continuous segment at about 11.3 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 Johnny Lane.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 30m drive. You will face about 8 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 (Johnny Lane): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Dogwood Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (South Germantown Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 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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Johnny Lane
Turn left onto Johnny Lane
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Dogwood Road
Turn left onto Dogwood Road
Navigation decision point
5
0.5 mi into trip
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~1m in
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South Germantown Road
At end of road, turn right onto South Germantown Road
Navigation decision point
6
0.6 mi into trip
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~2m in
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Poplar Pike
Turn right onto Poplar Pike
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
5
3.6 mi into trip
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~8m in
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US 72; SR 57 / Poplar Avenue
Turn left onto US 72; SR 57 / Poplar Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Poplar Avenue | 11.3 mi | 21m |
| Poplar Pike | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Park Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Dogwood Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Southern Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Johnny Lane | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Ridgeway Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Germantown Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Poplar Avenue
— 11.3 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Germantown, TN and Memphis, TN.
1
Start on Southern Avenue
0.1 mi
·
41 sec
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Southern Avenue
2
Turn left onto Johnny Lane
0.1 mi
·
38 sec
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Johnny Lane
3
Turn left onto Dogwood Road
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
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Dogwood Road
4
At end of road, turn right onto South Germantown Road
281 ft
·
12 sec
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South Germantown Road
5
Turn left onto North Street
281 ft
·
20 sec
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North Street
6
Continue on TN 177
198 ft
·
10 sec
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West Street
7
Turn right onto Poplar Pike
2.6 mi
·
4 min
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Poplar Pike
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
8
Continue on Park Avenue
0.3 mi
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34 sec
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Park Avenue
9
Turn right onto Ridgeway Road
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
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Ridgeway Road
10
Turn left onto US 72; SR 57
11 mi
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21 min
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Poplar Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Arrive at destination
Poplar Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the short 15-mile distance, you have the advantage of total schedule flexibility when planning your departure. Since there are no designated stops on this route, make sure to handle any personal needs before you pull out of your driveway in Germantown. Keep in mind that because you are traveling on busy local roads rather than interstates, traffic volume can fluctuate significantly depending on the time of day. Your best strategy is to monitor local traffic reports for Poplar Avenue before heading out to avoid peak congestion. A practical tip for this specific drive is to stay alert at intersections, as the heavy reliance on turn-heavy local roads means you will be making frequent adjustments to your speed and direction.
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 7.5 miles from Germantown, TN, or about 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 11.3 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 15 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 7.5 miles or 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 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Memphis, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Germantown, 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 Germantown, TN
This is one driving day of about 15 miles and 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Germantown, 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 Poplar Avenue for about 11.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 7.5 mi from Germantown, TN · 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
8 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 7.5 miles from Germantown, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Memphis, TN
The final approach into 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 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
$2.28 one way
$4.56 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $2.51 | $5.02 |
| premium | $4.80 | $2.83 | $5.66 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.33 | $6.66 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.5 | 0 | $1.58 | $0.72 |
| Efficient EV | 3.8 | 0 | $1.31 | $0.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6 | 0 | $2.10 | $0.96 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Memphis, TN
Evening in Memphis on Sunday
Local time
6:24 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
1 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
30m 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 Germantown, TN to Memphis, TN covers 15 miles and takes about 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Poplar Avenue, Poplar Pike, Park Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 7.5 miles from Germantown, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.28 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 30m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Johnny Lane): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Dogwood Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (South Germantown Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Germantown, TN to Memphis, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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