Origin
New South Memphis, TN
Night in New South Memphis on Sunday
Local time
10:00 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New South Memphis, TN to South Fulton, TN
Drive Time
2h 50m
Distance
128.3 mi
206 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 39m
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6 AM
2h 50m
8 AM
3h 12m
10 AM
2h 58m
12 PM
2h 56m
3 PM
2h 59m
5 PM
3h 11m
8 PM
2h 44m
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
South Fulton, TN
Kelly
Trip Overview
The drive from New South Memphis, TN to South Fulton, TN covers 128.3 miles and takes about 2h 50m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South B, North B, North 3rd Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.49 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
64.1 miles from New South Memphis, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 25m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 50m drive with frequent turns across 128.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South B 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 South Fulton, TN is easy. At 2h 50m 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 South Fulton, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South B | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North B | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North 3rd Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Chelsea Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Thomas Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Main Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| McGaughey Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Troy Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
South B
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New South Memphis, TN and South Fulton, TN.
1
Start on South Third Street
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
South Third Street
2
Continue on South B. B. King Boulevard
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
South B. B. King Boulevard
3
Continue on North B.B. King Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
North B.B. King Boulevard
4
Continue on North 3rd Street
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
North 3rd Street
5
At the end of the road, turn right onto Chelsea Avenue
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Chelsea Avenue
6
Turn left onto Thomas Street
15 mi
·
18 min
·
Thomas Street
7
Continue straight
1.7 mi
·
3 min
8
Continue straight
8.7 mi
·
12 min
9
Continue straight
3.0 mi
·
4 min
10
Continue straight
6.4 mi
·
9 min
11
Continue straight
37 mi
·
48 min
12
Turn slight right onto South Main Avenue
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
South Main Avenue
13
At the end of the road, turn left onto McGaughey Street
177 ft
·
6 sec
·
McGaughey Street
14
Turn right onto Troy Avenue
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Troy Avenue
15
Turn right onto Gordon Street
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Gordon Street
16
Turn left onto North Sampson Avenue
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
North Sampson Avenue
17
Continue on Saint John Avenue
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Saint John Avenue
18
Take the ramp slight right toward US 412 West, US 51 North: Union City, St. Louis
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
US 412 West, US 51 North: Union City, St. Louis
19
Keep slight right to continue on US 51 North: Union City
28 mi
·
32 min
·
US 51 North: Union City
20
Take the exit slight right
0.4 mi
·
1 min
21
Continue straight
10 mi
·
10 min
22
Continue straight
5.6 mi
·
6 min
23
Turn straight onto West State Line Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West State Line Street
24
Continue on West State Line Street
525 ft
·
13 sec
·
West State Line Street
25
Turn right onto Broadway Street
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Broadway Street
26
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 64.1 miles from New South Memphis, TN, or about 1h 25m 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 80 miles or 1h 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 64.1 miles or 1h 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near South Fulton, 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 128.3 miles and 2h 50m.
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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 64.1 mi from New South Memphis, TN · 1h 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
64 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 64.1 miles from New South Memphis, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in South Fulton, TN
The final approach into South Fulton, 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 South Fulton, 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
$19.49 one way
$38.97 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
45 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $21.48 | $42.97 |
| premium | $4.80 | $24.22 | $48.44 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $28.50 | $57.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38.5 | 0 | $13.47 | $6.16 |
| Efficient EV | 32.1 | 0 | $11.23 | $5.13 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 51.3 | 0 | $17.96 | $8.21 |
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 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
South Fulton, TN
Night in South Fulton on Sunday
Local time
10:00 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°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
2 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
2h 50m 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 South Fulton, TN covers 128.3 miles and takes about 2h 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South B, North B, North 3rd Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 64.1 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 $19.49 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.
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 South Fulton, TN is easy. At 2h 50m 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 South Fulton, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from New South Memphis, TN to South Fulton, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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