Origin
New South Memphis, TN
Evening in New South Memphis on Sunday
Local time
6:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New South Memphis, TN to Collierville, TN
Drive Time
36m
Distance
27.1 mi
44 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 34m
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6 AM
0h 37m
8 AM
0h 43m
10 AM
0h 39m
12 PM
0h 39m
3 PM
0h 39m
5 PM
0h 43m
8 PM
0h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New South Memphis, TN
Dee Hunna
Collierville, TN
Kelly
Trip Overview
If you are traveling from New South Memphis to Collierville, you are looking at a straightforward 27.1-mile trek across the Southeast. This trip typically takes about 36 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a quick day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will primarily utilize the Bill Morris Parkway, Avron B Fogelman Expressway, and the W B Fowler Senior Expressway to complete your journey. Budgeting approximately $4 for fuel should comfortably cover your needs for this short distance. Since this route remains entirely within the state of Tennessee, the transition is seamless and efficient. It is an ideal connection for those needing to move between these two areas without the hassle of a long-haul commute.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
13.6 miles from New South Memphis, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 18m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highly efficient, highway-focused experience, as 90% of this drive is spent on major expressways. You will spend the bulk of your time at highway speeds, highlighted by a longest uninterrupted stretch of 13.9 miles on the Bill Morris Parkway. The personality of this route is defined by consistent, fast-paced transit rather than winding backroads or scenic detours. Because the path is so heavily reliant on expressway infrastructure, you can anticipate a steady, predictable flow of traffic. It is a functional drive designed to get you from point A to point B with minimal complexity or technical maneuvering.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Bill Morris Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 13.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Bill Morris Parkway and Avron B Fogelman Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near I 55 / W B Fowler Senior Expressway.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 27.1 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (I 55 / W B Fowler Senior Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.7 mi into trip
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~1m in
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I 55 / W B Fowler Senior Expressway
Merge onto I 55 / W B Fowler Senior Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
10.6 mi into trip
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~14m in
Take the exit toward SR 385 East: Bill Morris Parkway, Collierville,
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 16
Toward SR 385 East: Bill Morris Parkway, Collie...
7
25.2 mi into trip
|
~32m in
Take the exit toward US 72: Collierville, Corinth
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 72: Collierville, Corinth
8
25.5 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 72 West: Collierville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward US 72 West: Collierville
5
26.1 mi into trip
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~34m in
|
South Center Street
Turn right onto South Center Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from New South Memphis, TN to Collierville, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Corinth along the way.
Corinth
25.2 mi in
|
~32m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Bill Morris Parkway | 13.9 mi | 17m |
| Avron B Fogelman Expressway | 6 mi | 8m |
| W B Fowler Senior Expressway | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| South Center Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| US 72 | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| South Third Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| South Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East South Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Bill Morris Parkway
— 13.9 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New South Memphis, TN and Collierville, TN.
1
Start on US 61
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
South Third Street
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward I 55 South, I 240 East: Nashville, Jackson Miss
3
Merge onto I 55
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
W B Fowler Senior Expressway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
4
Continue on I 240
6.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Avron B Fogelman Expressway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
55 sec
Exit 16
Toward SR 385 East: Bill Morris Parkway, Collierville,
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on TN 385
14 mi
·
17 min
·
Bill Morris Parkway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
Toward US 72: Collierville, Corinth
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
340 ft
·
9 sec
Toward US 72 West: Collierville
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
9
Turn slight left onto US 72
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
·
US 72
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on US 72
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
US 72
Use the straight lane.
11
Turn right onto South Center Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Center Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Turn right onto East South Street
432 ft
·
17 sec
·
East South Street
13
Turn left onto South Main Street
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
South Main Street
14
Turn left onto North Rowlett Street
71 ft
·
3 sec
·
North Rowlett Street
15
Arrive at destination
North Rowlett Street
Trip Plan
Because this drive is only 36 minutes long, you have significant flexibility in your departure time, though avoiding peak rush hour traffic is always a smart move. There are no planned stops on this 27.1-mile path, so ensure you have everything you need before you merge onto the expressway. Given the short duration, you won't need to worry about long-distance fatigue or complex fueling schedules. Keep a close eye on your navigation as you transition between the Bill Morris Parkway and the W B Fowler Senior Expressway to ensure you stay on the most efficient path. Taking advantage of the quick transit time allows you to maximize your day in Collierville once you arrive.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 13.6 miles from New South Memphis, TN, or about 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 13.9 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 27.1 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 13.6 miles or 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Collierville, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving New South Memphis, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 27.1 miles and 36m.
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.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Bill Morris Parkway for about 13.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 13.6 mi from New South Memphis, TN · 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
14 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 27.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 13.6 miles from New South Memphis, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Collierville, TN
The final approach into Collierville, 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 Collierville, 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
$4.12 one way
$8.23 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $4.54 | $9.08 |
| premium | $4.80 | $5.12 | $10.23 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $6.02 | $12.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.1 | 0 | $2.85 | $1.30 |
| Efficient EV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.37 | $1.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.79 | $1.73 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (67% 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Collierville, TN
Evening in Collierville on Sunday
Local time
6:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°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
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
36m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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 Collierville, TN covers 27.1 miles and takes about 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Bill Morris Parkway, Avron B Fogelman Expressway, W B Fowler Senior Expressway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 13.6 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 $4.12 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 27.1 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (I 55 / W B Fowler Senior Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from New South Memphis, TN to Collierville, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Corinth along the way.
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