Origin
Gruetli-Laager, TN
Night in Gruetli-Laager on Sunday
Local time
11:17 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gruetli-Laager, TN to New South Memphis, TN
Drive Time
4h 50m
Distance
310.5 mi
500 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$47
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 37m
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6 AM
4h 51m
8 AM
5h 18m
10 AM
5h 0m
12 PM
4h 57m
3 PM
5h 1m
5 PM
5h 16m
8 PM
4h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gruetli-Laager, TN
Kelly
New South Memphis, TN
Dee Hunna
Trip Overview
The drive from Gruetli-Laager, TN to New South Memphis, TN covers 310.5 miles and takes about 4h 50m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Pelham Road, Elkhead Road, I 840 West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $47.16 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
155.3 miles from Gruetli-Laager, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 25m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 4h 50m drive with frequent turns across 310.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Pelham Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 50m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Gruetli-Laager, TN to New South Memphis, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pelham Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Elkhead Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 840 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Tennessee National Guard Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Sam Cooper Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Perkins Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Perkins Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Perkins Extended | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Pelham Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gruetli-Laager, TN and New South Memphis, TN.
1
Start on the route
11 mi
·
17 min
·
the route
2
Turn left onto Pelham Road
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Pelham Road
3
Continue on Elkhead Road
4.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Elkhead Road
4
Keep slight right
2.7 mi
·
4 min
5
Take the ramp slight right
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
6
Merge slight left
53 mi
·
56 min
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 840 West: Memphis, Franklin
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
I 840 West: Memphis, Franklin
8
Merge slight left onto Tennessee National Guard Parkway
54 mi
·
58 min
·
Tennessee National Guard Parkway
9
Merge slight left
165 mi
·
2 hr 58 min
10
Continue on Sam Cooper Boulevard
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Sam Cooper Boulevard
11
Take the exit slight right toward Perkins Road
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Perkins Road
12
Turn left onto North Perkins Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
North Perkins Road
13
Continue on Perkins Extended
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Perkins Extended
14
Continue on South Perkins Road
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
South Perkins Road
15
Take the ramp slight right toward I 240 West
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
I 240 West
16
Merge slight left onto Avron B Fogelman Expressway
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Avron B Fogelman Expressway
17
Continue on W B Fowler Senior Expressway
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
W B Fowler Senior Expressway
18
Take the exit slight right toward US 61: Vicksburg, Third Street
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
US 61: Vicksburg, Third Street
19
Keep slight right to continue on US 61 North: Third Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
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US 61 North: Third Street
20
Turn straight onto South Third Street
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
South Third Street
21
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 155.3 miles from Gruetli-Laager, TN, or about 2h 25m into the drive.
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 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 155.3 miles or 2h 25m 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 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New South Memphis, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Gruetli-Laager, 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 Gruetli-Laager, TN
This is one driving day of about 310.5 miles and 4h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Gruetli-Laager, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 155.3 mi from Gruetli-Laager, TN · 2h 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
155 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 155.3 miles from Gruetli-Laager, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in New South Memphis, TN
The final approach into New South 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 New South 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
$47.16 one way
$94.32 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
109 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $51.99 | $103.98 |
| premium | $4.80 | $58.62 | $117.23 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $68.98 | $137.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$47
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$72–$97
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 108.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $33 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 93.1 | 1 | $32.60 | $14.90 |
| Efficient EV | 77.6 | 0 | $27.17 | $12.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 124.2 | 1 | $43.47 | $19.87 |
Gas CO2
109 kg
EV CO2
36 kg (67% 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.
Destination
New South Memphis, TN
Night in New South Memphis on Sunday
Local time
11:17 PM
CDT
Current temp
68°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
7 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
4h 50m 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 Gruetli-Laager, TN to New South Memphis, TN covers 310.5 miles and takes about 4h 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pelham Road, Elkhead Road, I 840 West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 155.3 miles from Gruetli-Laager, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $47.16 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 50m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Gruetli-Laager, TN to New South Memphis, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Gruetli-Laager, TN to New South Memphis, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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