Trip from New South Memphis, TN to Christiana, TN

Drive Time

4h 40m

Distance

247.5 mi

398 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$38

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

4h 27m ★

6 AM

4h 40m

8 AM

5h 7m

10 AM

4h 49m

12 PM

4h 47m

3 PM

4h 51m

5 PM

5h 6m

8 PM

4h 32m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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New South Memphis, TN

Dee Hunna

Christiana, TN

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Trip Overview

Spanning 247.5 miles across the Southeast, this trip from New South Memphis to Christiana is a straightforward journey that typically takes 4 hours and 40 minutes. Since the entire route stays within Tennessee, you will experience a consistent regional feel from start to finish. You can easily complete this drive in a single day, making it a convenient option for those looking to reach their destination without an overnight stay. With an estimated fuel cost of $38, it remains an affordable trek for solo drivers or groups. Expect to spend a significant portion of your time navigating a mix of Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway, Tennessee National Guard Parkway, and Sam Cooper Boulevard. This is a practical, no-nonsense route that favors efficiency over sightseeing.

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

123.8 miles from New South Memphis, TN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 21m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. While about 27% of your travel occurs on highways, the personality of the road shifts frequently as you navigate local stretches. Your longest uninterrupted segment covers 165.2 miles along the Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway, providing the most consistent pace of the entire trip. Because of the technical nature of the local roads, you will find this drive requires more active steering than a standard interstate cruise. The transition between fast-moving highway stretches and slower, winding local segments ensures the drive feels dynamic rather than monotonous.

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.

Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 165.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 179.5 miles in.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 247.5 miles you will encounter 14 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 179.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 180.2 miles (I 840 / Tennessee National Guard Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 232.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 14 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

179.5 mi into trip | ~3h 21m in

Take the exit toward I 840 East: Knoxville, Franklin

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 840 East: Knoxville, Franklin

180.2 mi into trip | ~3h 23m in | I 840 / Tennessee National Guard Parkway

Merge onto I 840 / Tennessee National Guard Parkway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

232.4 mi into trip | ~4h 19m in

Take the exit toward I 24 East: Chattanooga

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 53A Toward I 24 East: Chattanooga

233.2 mi into trip | ~4h 21m in | I 24

Merge onto I 24

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

239 mi into trip | ~4h 27m in

Take the exit toward US 231 South: Shelbyville

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 81A Toward US 231 South: Shelbyville

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from New South Memphis, TN to Christiana, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Franklin along the way.

Franklin

179.5 mi in | ~3h 21m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway	165.2 mi	2h 58m
Tennessee National Guard Parkway	52.2 mi	55m
Sam Cooper Boulevard	6.1 mi	9m
I 24	5.8 mi	6m
Shelbyville Highway	4.5 mi	5m
South Parkway East	4.4 mi	7m
South Church Street	2.4 mi	3m
East Parkway South	2.3 mi	3m

Longest stretch: Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway — 165.2 mi, about 2h 58m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between New South Memphis, TN and Christiana, TN.

Start on US 61

1.4 mi · 2 min · South Third Street

Use the none lane.

Turn right onto South Parkway East

1.4 mi · 2 min · South Parkway East

Continue on South Parkway East

2.7 mi · 4 min · South Parkway East

Continue on South Parkway East

0.4 mi · 40 sec · South Parkway East

Use the right lane.

Continue on SR 277

2.3 mi · 3 min · East Parkway South

Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn right onto Sam Cooper Boulevard

6.1 mi · 9 min · Sam Cooper Boulevard

Use the none lane.

Continue on I 40

165 mi · 2 hr 58 min · Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min

Toward I 840 East: Knoxville, Franklin

Merge onto I 840

52 mi · 55 min · Tennessee National Guard Parkway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 2 min

Exit 53A Toward I 24 East: Chattanooga Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 24

5.8 mi · 6 min · I 24

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min

Exit 81A Toward US 231 South: Shelbyville Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto US 231

2.4 mi · 3 min · South Church Street

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 231

4.5 mi · 5 min · Shelbyville Highway

Turn left onto Hwy 269

1.0 mi · 1 min · Hwy 269

Turn left onto Main Street

492 ft · 23 sec · Main Street

Turn right onto Church Street

16 ft · 5 sec · Church Street

Turn left

11 ft · 0 sec

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Given the 4 hour and 40 minute duration, planning for at least one well-timed stop is essential to keep you refreshed. Since this is a single-day trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule, though leaving early helps you avoid potential congestion on the more local portions of the route. Budget your $38 for fuel before you head out to avoid mid-trip stress. As you tackle the 165.2-mile stretch on the Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway, keep a steady eye on your navigation to handle the turn-heavy sections effectively. Utilizing your one planned stop to stretch your legs will make the transition between highway and local roads much more manageable.

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 123.8 miles from New South Memphis, TN, or about 2h 21m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 165.2 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 80 miles or 1h 34m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 123.8 miles or 2h 21m 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 47m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Christiana, TN than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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 247.5 miles and 4h 40m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from New South Memphis, 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.

The longest stretch is on Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway for about 165.2 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 123.8 mi from New South Memphis, TN · 2h 21m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Clarksville, TN

124 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.

Popular next leg

Clarksville, TN to Christiana, TN

87.4 mi · 1h 45m

Pacing Suggestions

Clarksville, TN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Clarksville, TN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 123.8 miles from New South Memphis, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 165.2 miles.

Arriving in Christiana, TN

The final approach into Christiana, 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 Christiana, 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.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$37.59 one way

$75.19 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 87 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.25	$41.44	$82.88
premium	$4.80	$46.72	$93.45
diesel	$5.64	$54.99	$109.97

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$38

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$63–$88

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 86.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	74.3	0	$25.99	$11.88
Efficient EV	61.9	0	$21.66	$9.90
EV Truck/SUV	99	1	$34.65	$15.84

Gas CO2

87 kg

EV CO2

29 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

New South Memphis, TN

Afternoon in New South Memphis on Sunday

Local time

3:45 PM

CDT

Current temp

65°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Christiana, TN

Afternoon in Christiana on Sunday

Local time

3:45 PM

CDT

Current temp

84°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

19 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 40m 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 New South Memphis, TN to Christiana, TN covers 247.5 miles and takes about 4h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway, 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 123.8 miles from New South Memphis, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $37.59 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.

On the drive from New South Memphis, TN to Christiana, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Franklin along the way.

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Trip from New South Memphis, TN to Christiana, TN

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Christiana, TN

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

New South Memphis, TN

Christiana, TN

Same local time

19 degrees warmer at arrival

4h 40m on the road

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