Origin
New South Memphis, TN
Late night in New South Memphis on Thursday
Local time
12:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
48m
Distance
33.4 mi
54 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
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
Hickory Withe, TN
Kelly
The drive from New South Memphis, TN to Hickory Withe, TN covers 33.4 miles and takes about 48m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Parkway East, East Parkway South, Sam Cooper Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.22 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
16.7 miles from New South Memphis, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 24m into the drive .
Expect a 48m drive with frequent turns across 33.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from New South Memphis, TN to Hickory Withe, TN is easy. At 48m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from New South Memphis, TN to Hickory Withe, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Parkway East | — | — |
| East Parkway South | — | — |
| Sam Cooper Boulevard | — | — |
| Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway | — | — |
| US 64 | — | — |
| US 64 East | — | — |
| Donelson Drive | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Step-by-step road directions between New South Memphis, TN and Hickory Withe, TN.
Start on South Third Street
Turn right onto South Parkway East
Continue on South Parkway East
Continue on South Parkway East
Continue on East Parkway South
Turn right onto Sam Cooper Boulevard
Continue on Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
Take the exit slight right toward US 64: Somerville, Bolivar
Keep slight right to continue on US 64 East: Somerville, Bolivar, Oakland, Lakeland
Merge slight left
Turn left
Turn left onto Donelson Drive
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 33 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 16.7 miles or 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hickory Withe, TN than in the middle of the route.
Have your navigation ready before leaving New South Memphis, TN.
Day 1
Settle into the route from New South Memphis, TN
This is one driving day of about 33.4 miles and 48m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.7 mi from New South Memphis, TN · 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 16.7 miles from New South Memphis, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Hickory Withe, TN if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$5.22 one way
$10.44 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.73 | $11.47 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.43 | $12.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.37 | $14.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10 | 0 | $3.51 | $1.60 |
| Efficient EV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.92 | $1.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.68 | $2.14 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in New South Memphis on Thursday
Local time
12:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in Hickory Withe on Thursday
Local time
12:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
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
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.
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