Photo: Kelly
Drive Time
6h 28m
Distance
437.8 mi
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$65
one way
The drive from Morristown, TN to Memphis, TN covers 437.8 miles and takes about 6h 28m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West 1st North Street, West Andrew Johnson Highway, West Broadway Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $65.00 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
218.9 miles from Morristown, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 14m into the drive .
Expect a 6h 28m drive with frequent turns across 437.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West 1st North Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Andrew Johnson Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Broadway Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Andrew Johnson Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Asheville Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 25W North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Nashville | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 24 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Morristown, TN and Memphis, TN.
Start on North Henry Street
Turn right onto West 1st North Street
Continue on West Andrew Johnson Highway
Continue on West Broadway Boulevard
Continue on Andrew Johnson Highway
Continue on Asheville Highway
Take the exit slight right toward US 25W North, I 40 West
Merge slight right
Keep slight right to continue on Nashville
Keep slight right to continue on I 24 West, I 40 West: Nashville
Keep slight left to continue on I 40 West: Huntsville, Memphis
Merge slight right onto Downtown Loop
Continue on Downtown Loop
Keep slight left to continue on I 40 West: Memphis
Take the exit slight right toward I 240 West, I 40 West: Jackson Mississippi, Little Rock
Keep slight right to continue on I 40 West: Little Rock
Keep slight left
Take the exit slight right toward Second Street, Third Street
Continue on North 2nd Street
Turn left onto Poplar Avenue
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 96 miles or 1h 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 218.9 miles or 3h 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Memphis, TN than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Morristown, 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 Morristown, TN
This is one driving day of about 437.8 miles and 6h 28m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 218.9 mi from Morristown, TN · 3h 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
219 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 96 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 218.9 miles from Morristown, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into 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 Memphis, TN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$65.00 one way
$130.00 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $73.31 | $146.61 |
| premium | $4.65 | $80.22 | $160.43 |
| diesel | $5.30 | $91.42 | $182.84 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$65
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$90–$115
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 153.2 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $46 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 131.3 | 1 | $45.97 | $21.01 |
| Efficient EV | 109.5 | 1 | $38.31 | $17.51 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 175.1 | 2 | $61.29 | $28.02 |
Gas CO2
153 kg
EV CO2
51 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Morning in Morristown on Saturday
Local time
6:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Memphis on Saturday
Local time
5:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
64°F
Hendersonville, TN
219 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
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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