Origin
Monteagle, TN
Evening in Monteagle on Sunday
Local time
6:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Monteagle, TN to New South Memphis, TN
Drive Time
4h 27m
Distance
296.3 mi
477 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$45
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 15m
★
6 AM
4h 28m
8 AM
4h 55m
10 AM
4h 37m
12 PM
4h 35m
3 PM
4h 39m
5 PM
4h 53m
8 PM
4h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New South Memphis, TN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Monteagle, TN to New South Memphis, TN covers 296.3 miles and takes about 4h 27m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 840 West, Tennessee National Guard Parkway, Sam Cooper Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $45.00 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
148.2 miles from Monteagle, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 13m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 4h 27m drive with frequent turns across 296.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 840 West 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 27m 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 Monteagle, TN to New South Memphis, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| South Perkins Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 240 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
I 840 West
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Monteagle, TN and New South Memphis, TN.
1
Start on West Main Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
West Main Street
2
Turn slight left
305 ft
·
13 sec
3
Take the ramp left
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
4
Merge slight left
60 mi
·
1 hr 5 min
5
Take the exit slight right toward I 840 West: Memphis, Franklin
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
I 840 West: Memphis, Franklin
6
Merge slight left onto Tennessee National Guard Parkway
54 mi
·
58 min
·
Tennessee National Guard Parkway
7
Merge slight left
165 mi
·
2 hr 58 min
8
Continue on Sam Cooper Boulevard
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Sam Cooper Boulevard
9
Take the exit slight right toward Perkins Road
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Perkins Road
10
Turn left onto North Perkins Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
North Perkins Road
11
Continue on Perkins Extended
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Perkins Extended
12
Continue on South Perkins Road
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
South Perkins Road
13
Take the ramp slight right toward I 240 West
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
I 240 West
14
Merge slight left onto Avron B Fogelman Expressway
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Avron B Fogelman Expressway
15
Continue on W B Fowler Senior Expressway
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
W B Fowler Senior Expressway
16
Take the exit slight right toward US 61: Vicksburg, Third Street
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
US 61: Vicksburg, Third Street
17
Keep slight right to continue on US 61 North: Third Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
US 61 North: Third Street
18
Turn straight onto South Third Street
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
South Third Street
19
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 148.2 miles from Monteagle, TN, or about 2h 13m 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 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 148.2 miles or 2h 13m 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 39m
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 Monteagle, 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 Monteagle, TN
This is one driving day of about 296.3 miles and 4h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Monteagle, 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 148.2 mi from Monteagle, TN · 2h 13m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
148 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 148.2 miles from Monteagle, 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
$45.00 one way
$90.01 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
104 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $49.61 | $99.23 |
| premium | $4.80 | $55.94 | $111.87 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $65.83 | $131.66 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$45
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$70–$95
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 103.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 88.9 | 1 | $31.11 | $14.22 |
| Efficient EV | 74.1 | 0 | $25.93 | $11.85 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 118.5 | 1 | $41.48 | $18.96 |
Gas CO2
104 kg
EV CO2
35 kg (66% 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
Evening in New South Memphis on Sunday
Local time
6:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°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
4 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 27m 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 Monteagle, TN to New South Memphis, TN covers 296.3 miles and takes about 4h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 840 West, Tennessee National Guard Parkway, Sam Cooper Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 148.2 miles from Monteagle, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $45.00 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 27m 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 Monteagle, TN to New South Memphis, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Monteagle, TN to New South Memphis, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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