Origin
New South Memphis, TN
Afternoon in New South Memphis on Sunday
Local time
3:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
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4h 5m
Distance
211.8 mi
341 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$32
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New South Memphis, TN
Dee Hunna
Brentwood Estates, TN
Andy Staver
If you are planning a trip from New South Memphis to Brentwood Estates, expect a journey covering 211.8 miles. You should set aside approximately 4 hours and 5 minutes of travel time, making this a very manageable day trip that does not require an overnight stay. Expect to spend around $32 on fuel for the trek. You will navigate via the Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway, Sam Cooper Boulevard, and Old Hickory Boulevard throughout the journey. Because both the origin and destination are located within the Southeast region of Tennessee, you will remain in a familiar geographic corridor for the duration of your ride.
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
105.9 miles from New South Memphis, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 1m into the drive .
This trip features a turn-heavy local profile that demands your full attention behind the wheel. While you will spend a significant portion of the journey on the Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway—which accounts for a 185.1-mile stretch—the route is not a simple interstate grind. Only three percent of your travel is classified as highway driving, meaning you will spend most of your time navigating local roads. The transition from the urban feel of Memphis to the character of the Brentwood area creates a distinct shift in driving conditions. Be prepared for a technical drive that requires more active steering than a standard highway cruise.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 199.4 miles in.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 211.8 miles you will encounter 13 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: at 199.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 199.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 201.6 miles (Old Hickory Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the exit toward US 70S: Bellevue, Newsom Station
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward Bellevue, Belle Meade Plantation
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn right onto Old Hickory Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto SR 254 / Old Hickory Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto Maryland Way
Lane positioning matters here
Between New South Memphis, TN and Brentwood Estates, TN, road signs point toward Newsom Station, Bellevue and Belle Meade Plantation.
Newsom Station
Bellevue
Belle Meade Plantation
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway | 185.1 mi | 3h 20m |
| Old Hickory Boulevard | 7.9 mi | 13m |
| Sam Cooper Boulevard | 6.1 mi | 9m |
| South Parkway East | 4.4 mi | 7m |
| East Parkway South | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Memphis-Bristol Highway | 2 mi | 3m |
| South Third Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| State Highway 100 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between New South Memphis, TN and Brentwood Estates, TN.
Start on US 61
Turn right onto South Parkway East
Continue on South Parkway East
Continue on South Parkway East
Continue on SR 277
Turn right onto Sam Cooper Boulevard
Continue on I 40
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn slight right onto US 70S
Turn right onto Old Hickory Boulevard
At end of road, turn left onto TN 100
Turn right onto SR 254
Turn right onto East Park Drive
Turn left onto Maryland Way
Continue on SR 252
Turn right onto TN 252
Turn left onto Meadowlawn Drive
Arrive at destination
To make the most of your 4-hour and 5-minute travel time, plan for at least one strategic stop to break up the local driving segments. Since the route relies heavily on local thoroughfares rather than high-speed interstates, allow for some flexibility in your arrival time to account for traffic fluctuations. Keep your estimated $32 fuel budget in mind when planning your departure, as local road driving can sometimes be less fuel-efficient than consistent highway speeds. A smart move is to prioritize your refueling before you leave the New South Memphis area to avoid searching for stations along the more technical sections of the route. Because this is a single-day commitment, starting your drive early will help you navigate the turn-heavy segments during daylight hours.
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 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 105.9 miles or 2h 1m 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 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brentwood Estates, TN than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving New South 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 New South Memphis, TN
This is one driving day of about 211.8 miles and 4h 5m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 105.9 mi from New South Memphis, TN · 2h 1m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
106 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 105.9 miles from New South Memphis, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 185.1 miles.
The final approach into Brentwood Estates, 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 Brentwood Estates, TN.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$32.17 one way
$64.34 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $35.46 | $70.93 |
| premium | $4.80 | $39.98 | $79.97 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $47.05 | $94.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 74.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 63.5 | 0 | $22.24 | $10.17 |
| Efficient EV | 53 | 0 | $18.53 | $8.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 84.7 | 1 | $29.65 | $13.56 |
Gas CO2
74 kg
EV CO2
25 kg (66% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in New South Memphis on Sunday
Local time
3:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in Brentwood Estates on Sunday
Local time
3:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
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.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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