Origin
Memphis, TN
Afternoon in Memphis on Thursday
Local time
4:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Memphis, TN to Halls, TN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 31m
Distance
65.2 mi
105 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 25m
★
6 AM
1h 32m
8 AM
1h 46m
10 AM
1h 37m
12 PM
1h 35m
3 PM
1h 37m
5 PM
1h 45m
8 PM
1h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Memphis, TN
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Halls, TN
Robert Schwarz
Trip Overview
The drive from Memphis, TN to Halls, TN covers 65.2 miles and takes about 1h 31m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 51, Thomas Street, TN 88 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 47.3 miles on US 51. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.19 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
32.6 miles from Memphis, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 46m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 31m. Total distance: 65.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 31m highway drive covering 65.2 miles, with most of the trip on US 51 and Thomas Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 47.3 miles on US 51.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 51 is the longest continuous segment at about 47.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 51 and Thomas Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Poplar Avenue.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 31m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Poplar Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.3 miles (US 51 / North Danny Thomas Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 63.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Poplar Avenue
Depart onto Poplar Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 51 / North Danny Thomas Boulevard
Turn left onto US 51 / North Danny Thomas Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
3
63.4 mi into trip
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~1h 28m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
3
63.6 mi into trip
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~1h 28m in
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TN 88
Turn right onto TN 88
Navigation decision point
4
65.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 31m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 51 | 47.3 mi | 1h 6m |
| Thomas Street | 15.2 mi | 19m |
| TN 88 | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| North Danny Thomas Boulevard | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Poplar Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Church Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 51
— 47.3 mi, about 1h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Memphis, TN and Halls, TN.
1
Start on Poplar Avenue
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Poplar Avenue
Use the straight lane.
2
Turn left onto US 51
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Danny Thomas Boulevard
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on US 51
15 mi
·
19 min
·
Thomas Street
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on US 51
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
US 51
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
Continue on US 51
8.7 mi
·
12 min
·
US 51
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on US 51
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
US 51
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Continue on US 51
6.4 mi
·
9 min
·
US 51
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Continue on US 51; TN 59
27 mi
·
37 min
·
US 51; TN 59
Use the straight lane.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
10
Turn right onto TN 88
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
TN 88
11
Turn right onto TN 88
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
North Church Street
12
Turn right
54 ft
·
3 sec
13
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
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 32.6 miles from Memphis, TN, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 47.3 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 14 miles or 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 32.6 miles or 46m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Halls, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Memphis, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Memphis, TN
This is one driving day of about 65.2 miles and 1h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from Memphis, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 51 for about 47.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32.6 mi from Memphis, TN · 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.6 miles from Memphis, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Halls, TN
The final approach into Halls, TN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.19 one way
$20.39 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.19 | $22.38 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.55 | $25.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.40 | $28.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.6 | 0 | $6.85 | $3.13 |
| Efficient EV | 16.3 | 0 | $5.71 | $2.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.1 | 0 | $9.13 | $4.17 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Halls, TN
Afternoon in Halls on Thursday
Local time
4:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°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
10 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
1h 31m 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 Memphis, TN to Halls, TN covers 65.2 miles and takes about 1h 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 51, Thomas Street, TN 88. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 32.6 miles from Memphis, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.19 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 1h 31m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Poplar Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.3 miles (US 51 / North Danny Thomas Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 63.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Memphis, TN to Halls, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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