Drive Time
5h 16m
Distance
259.7 mi
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$39
one way
The drive from Memphis, TN to Decherd, TN covers 259.7 miles and takes about 5h 16m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North B, I 40 East, US 64 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $38.56 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
129.8 miles from Memphis, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 38m into the drive .
Expect a 5h 16m drive with frequent turns across 259.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North B | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 40 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 64 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 64 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Water Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Pickwick Street South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Wayne Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Memphis, TN and Decherd, TN.
Start on Poplar Avenue
Turn left onto North B. B. King Boulevard
Take the ramp right toward I 40 East
Merge slight left
Keep slight left to continue on I 40 East: Nashville, Knoxville
Take the exit slight right toward US 64: Somerville, Bolivar
Keep slight right to continue on US 64 East: Somerville, Bolivar, Oakland, Lakeland
Merge slight left
Turn left
Turn right onto Water Street
Turn left onto Pickwick Street South
Turn right onto Main Street
Continue on Wayne Road
Continue on Dexter L Woods Memorial Boulevard
Continue on United States Route 64
Continue on West College Street
Continue straight
Turn left onto Rowe Gap Road
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward David Crockett Highway
Exit the roundabout onto David Crockett Highway
Turn slight right onto 1st Avenue Southwest
Take the exit left toward South College Street
Turn right onto Dinah Shore Boulevard
Continue on Decherd Boulevard
Turn right onto West Main Street
Turn left
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 129.8 miles or 2h 38m 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 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Decherd, TN than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Memphis, 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 Memphis, TN
This is one driving day of about 259.7 miles and 5h 16m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 129.8 mi from Memphis, TN · 2h 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
130 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 129.8 miles from Memphis, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Decherd, 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 Decherd, TN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$38.56 one way
$77.11 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $43.48 | $86.97 |
| premium | $4.65 | $47.58 | $95.17 |
| diesel | $5.30 | $54.23 | $108.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$39
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$64–$89
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 90.9 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 77.9 | 0 | $27.27 | $12.47 |
| Efficient EV | 64.9 | 0 | $22.72 | $10.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 103.9 | 1 | $36.36 | $16.62 |
Gas CO2
91 kg
EV CO2
30 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Morning in Memphis on Saturday
Local time
6:23 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Morning in Decherd on Saturday
Local time
6:23 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
64°F
Mount Carmel, TN
130 mi in
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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