Origin
New South Memphis, TN
Night in New South Memphis on Wednesday
Local time
9:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New South Memphis, TN to Loretto, TN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 42m
Distance
176.9 mi
285 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 30m
★
6 AM
3h 43m
8 AM
4h 8m
10 AM
3h 52m
12 PM
3h 49m
3 PM
3h 53m
5 PM
4h 7m
8 PM
3h 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
Loretto, TN
Kelly
Trip Overview
The drive from New South Memphis, TN to Loretto, TN covers 176.9 miles and takes about 3h 42m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 55 South, W B Fowler Senior Expressway, Avron B Fogelman Expressway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $27.66 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
88.4 miles from New South Memphis, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 51m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 3h 42m drive with frequent turns across 176.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 55 South is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from New South Memphis, TN to Loretto, TN is easy. At 3h 42m 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 Loretto, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 South | — | — |
| W B Fowler Senior Expressway | — | — |
| Avron B Fogelman Expressway | — | — |
| SR 385 East | — | — |
| Bill Morris Parkway | — | — |
| US 72 | — | — |
| US 72 East | — | — |
| Woodward Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I 55 South
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New South Memphis, TN and Loretto, TN.
1
Start on South Third Street
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
South Third Street
2
Take the ramp slight right toward I 55 South, I 240 East: Nashville, Jackson Miss
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
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I 55 South, I 240 East: Nashville, Jackson Miss
3
Merge slight left onto W B Fowler Senior Expressway
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
W B Fowler Senior Expressway
4
Continue on Avron B Fogelman Expressway
6.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Avron B Fogelman Expressway
5
Take the exit slight right toward SR 385 East: Bill Morris Parkway, Collierville,
0.7 mi
·
56 sec
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SR 385 East: Bill Morris Parkway, Collierville,
6
Continue on Bill Morris Parkway
14 mi
·
17 min
·
Bill Morris Parkway
7
Take the exit slight right toward US 72: Collierville, Corinth
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
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US 72: Collierville, Corinth
8
Keep slight right to continue on US 72 East: Corinth
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
US 72 East: Corinth
9
Merge slight left
22 mi
·
26 min
10
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward US 72 East: Corinth
154 ft
·
2 sec
·
US 72 East: Corinth
11
Exit the roundabout onto US 72 East: Corinth
57 mi
·
1 hr 9 min
·
US 72 East: Corinth
12
Continue straight
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
13
Continue straight
40 mi
·
46 min
14
Turn left onto Woodward Avenue
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Woodward Avenue
15
Take the exit slight right
1.8 mi
·
3 min
16
Turn right onto East Doctor Hicks Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Doctor Hicks Boulevard
17
Continue on East Tennessee Street
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
East Tennessee Street
18
Continue on Florence Boulevard
7.3 mi
·
11 min
·
Florence Boulevard
19
Keep slight left to continue on US 43 North, AL 13 North: Lawrenceburg
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US 43 North, AL 13 North: Lawrenceburg
20
Continue straight
4.0 mi
·
5 min
21
Continue straight
9.8 mi
·
11 min
22
Continue straight
3.2 mi
·
3 min
23
Turn left onto Vine Street
112 ft
·
5 sec
·
Vine Street
24
Turn right onto South Main Street
0.2 mi
·
50 sec
·
South Main Street
25
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 88.4 miles from New South Memphis, TN, or about 1h 51m into the drive.
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 39 miles or 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 88.4 miles or 1h 51m 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 2m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Loretto, 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 176.9 miles and 3h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 39 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 88.4 mi from New South Memphis, TN · 1h 51m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
88 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 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 88.4 miles from New South Memphis, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Loretto, TN
The final approach into Loretto, 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 Loretto, 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
$27.66 one way
$55.31 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
62 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $30.37 | $60.73 |
| premium | $4.89 | $34.04 | $68.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $39.06 | $78.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 61.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 53.1 | 0 | $18.57 | $8.49 |
| Efficient EV | 44.2 | 0 | $15.48 | $7.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 70.8 | 0 | $24.77 | $11.32 |
Gas CO2
62 kg
EV CO2
21 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Loretto, TN
Night in Loretto on Wednesday
Local time
9:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
77°F
Corinth, MS
88 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
6 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
3h 42m 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 Loretto, TN covers 176.9 miles and takes about 3h 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 55 South, W B Fowler Senior Expressway, Avron B Fogelman Expressway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 88.4 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 $27.66 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from New South Memphis, TN to Loretto, TN is easy. At 3h 42m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from New South Memphis, TN to Loretto, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from New South Memphis, TN to Loretto, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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