Origin
Madisonville, TN
Evening in Madisonville on Sunday
Local time
7:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Madisonville, TN to Collierville, TN
Drive Time
7h 16m
Distance
361.7 mi
582 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$55
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
7h 6m
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6 AM
7h 16m
8 AM
7h 38m
10 AM
7h 24m
12 PM
7h 22m
3 PM
7h 25m
5 PM
7h 37m
8 PM
7h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Madisonville, TN
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Collierville, TN
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Trip Overview
Crossing Tennessee from Madisonville to Collierville covers 361.7 miles of transit across the state. Expect to spend roughly 7 hours and 16 minutes behind the wheel, making this a long but manageable single-day commitment for those comfortable with extensive driving. You should budget approximately $55 for fuel to complete the journey. Because the route is highway-focused, you will maintain a steady pace throughout the trip. While it can be accomplished in one day, consider your stamina before heading out, as it is a significant stretch across the Southeast region. This route effectively links the eastern and western ends of the state, providing a direct path for travelers looking to traverse Tennessee efficiently.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
180.8 miles from Madisonville, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 34m into the drive .
Drive Character
With 89 percent of the journey spent on highways, this route is built for consistent progress rather than winding backroads. You will rely heavily on US 72, John T Reid Parkway, and US 72 Alternate to navigate the terrain. The longest uninterrupted stretch lasts for 92.1 miles on US 72, which demands steady focus and patience during the middle portion of your drive. Overall, the road maintains a professional, highway-focused character that minimizes the need for frequent navigation changes. You should be prepared for a drive that prioritizes speed and efficiency over technical or varied road conditions.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 39 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. You will hit about 19 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Warren Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 361.7 miles you will encounter 19 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Warren Street): Navigation decision point; at 67.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 199.5 miles (US 72 Alternate; AL 20): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Warren Street
Turn right onto Warren Street
Navigation decision point
7
67.7 mi into trip
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~1h 23m 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 straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 24 West: Chattanooga, Nashville
6
199.5 mi into trip
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~3h 56m in
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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.
6
338.2 mi into trip
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~6h 46m in
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US 72
Enter roundabout onto US 72 toward US 72 West: Memphis
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Toward US 72 West: Memphis
8
351.7 mi into trip
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~7h 1m in
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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
Towns Along This Route
Between Madisonville, TN and Collierville, TN, road signs point toward Nashville and Chattanooga.
Nashville
67.7 mi in
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~1h 23m
Chattanooga
68.4 mi in
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~1h 24m
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via I 24
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 75 | 46.7 mi | 52m |
| I 24 | 33.3 mi | 38m |
| North Cedar Avenue | 17.8 mi | 20m |
| Highway 72 | 9.5 mi | 12m |
| US 411 | 9.3 mi | 10m |
Longest stretch:
US 72
— 92.1 mi, about 1h 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Madisonville, TN and Collierville, TN.
1
Start on College Street South
8 ft
·
4 sec
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College Street South
2
Turn right onto Warren Street
207 ft
·
8 sec
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Warren Street
3
Turn right onto Tellico Street South
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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Tellico Street South
4
Turn right onto US 411
9.3 mi
·
10 min
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US 411
5
Turn right onto SR 39
374 ft
·
13 sec
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Englewood Avenue
6
Continue on SR 39
228 ft
·
4 sec
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Englewood Avenue
7
Continue on SR 39
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
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Niota Avenue
8
Turn left onto SR 39
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Athens Pike
9
Continue on SR 39
4.9 mi
·
8 min
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New Englewood Road
10
Turn right onto SR 30; SR 39
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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South White Street
11
Continue on SR 30; SR 39
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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Green Street
12
Continue on TN 30
3.4 mi
·
5 min
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Decatur Pike
Use the none lane.
13
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
14
Merge onto I 75
47 mi
·
52 min
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I 75
Use the straight lane.
15
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
56 sec
Toward I 24 West: Chattanooga, Nashville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Continue on I 24
33 mi
·
38 min
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I 24
Toward Chattanooga, Nashville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 152A
Toward US 72 West: South Pittsburg
18
Continue on US 72
18 mi
·
20 min
·
North Cedar Avenue
Use the straight lane.
19
Continue on US 72
0.8 mi
·
56 sec
·
Lee Highway
20
Continue on US 72
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
John T Reid Parkway
21
Continue on US 72
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Lee Highway
22
Continue on US 72
70 mi
·
1 hr 20 min
·
John T Reid Parkway
Use the none lane.
23
Continue on US 72 Alternate; AL 20
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Huntsville-Decatur Highway
Use the none lane.
24
Continue on US 31; US 72 Alternate; AL 20
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Bee Line Highway
Use the none lane.
25
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.
26
Continue on US 72
22 mi
·
26 min
·
US 72
Use the none lane.
27
Continue on US 72
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 72
Use the none lane.
28
Continue on US 72
9.5 mi
·
12 min
·
Highway 72
Use the none lane.
29
Continue on US 72
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
US 72
Use the straight / right lanes.
30
Continue on US 72
44 mi
·
52 min
·
US 72
Use the none lane.
31
Enter roundabout onto US 72
155 ft
·
1 sec
·
US 72
Toward US 72 West: Memphis
32
Continue on US 72
13 mi
·
15 min
·
US 72
Toward US 72 West: Memphis
Use the none lane.
33
Keep slight left at fork onto US 72
8.9 mi
·
11 min
·
US 72
Toward Collierville, Memphis
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
34
Continue on US 72
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
US 72
Use the straight lane.
35
Turn right onto South Center Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Center Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
36
Turn right onto East South Street
432 ft
·
17 sec
·
East South Street
37
Turn left onto South Main Street
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
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South Main Street
38
Turn left onto North Rowlett Street
71 ft
·
3 sec
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North Rowlett Street
39
Arrive at destination
North Rowlett Street
Trip Plan
To tackle this 7-hour journey comfortably, aim for an early morning departure to avoid peak traffic congestion. Plan for at least two designated stops to stretch your legs and refresh, as the long stretches on US 72 can be fatiguing. Since the total trip is just over 360 miles, having your $55 fuel budget ready before you hit the road will keep your travel stress-free. Given the high highway percentage, keep a close watch on your speed and stay alert during that 92.1-mile primary stretch. Utilizing these two planned breaks will help you maintain your energy levels until you reach your final destination in Collierville.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 180.8 miles from Madisonville, TN, or about 3h 34m 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 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 180.8 miles or 3h 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 2m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Collierville, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Madisonville, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Madisonville, TN
This is one driving day of about 361.7 miles and 7h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Madisonville, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks 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 180.8 mi from Madisonville, TN · 3h 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
181 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 180.8 miles from Madisonville, 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 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
$54.94 one way
$109.88 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
127 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $60.56 | $121.13 |
| premium | $4.80 | $68.28 | $136.56 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $80.36 | $160.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$55
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$80–$105
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 126.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $38 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 108.5 | 1 | $37.98 | $17.36 |
| Efficient EV | 90.4 | 1 | $31.65 | $14.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 144.7 | 1 | $50.64 | $23.15 |
Gas CO2
127 kg
EV CO2
42 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
Collierville, TN
Evening in Collierville on Sunday
Local time
6:25 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
7h 16m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Madisonville, TN to Collierville, TN covers 361.7 miles and takes about 7h 16m 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 180.8 miles from Madisonville, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $54.94 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 361.7 miles you will encounter 19 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Warren Street): Navigation decision point; at 67.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 199.5 miles (US 72 Alternate; AL 20): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Madisonville, TN and Collierville, TN, road signs point toward Nashville and Chattanooga.
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