Trip from New South Memphis, TN to Baxter, TN

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

5h 18m

Distance

283.6 mi

456 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$44

one way

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min

4 AM

5h 5m ★

6 AM

5h 19m

8 AM

5h 46m

10 AM

5h 28m

12 PM

5h 26m

3 PM

5h 30m

5 PM

5h 44m

8 PM

5h 11m

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

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Trip Overview

The drive from New South Memphis, TN to Baxter, TN covers 283.6 miles and takes about 5h 18m 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 $44.34 one way before food or hotel costs.

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

141.8 miles from New South Memphis, TN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 39m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a 5h 18m drive with frequent turns across 283.6 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

South Parkway East 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.

Route Complexity 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

This is a straightforward 5h 18m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from New South Memphis, TN to Baxter, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
South Parkway East	—	—
East Parkway South	—	—
Sam Cooper Boulevard	—	—
Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway	—	—
I 40 East	—	—
Downtown Loop	—	—
Old Baxter Road	—	—

Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.

Longest stretch: South Parkway East — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on South Third Street

1.4 mi · 2 min · South Third Street

2

Turn right onto South Parkway East

1.4 mi · 2 min · South Parkway East

3

Continue on South Parkway East

2.7 mi · 4 min · South Parkway East

4

Continue on South Parkway East

0.4 mi · 41 sec · South Parkway East

5

Continue on East Parkway South

2.3 mi · 3 min · East Parkway South

6

Turn right onto Sam Cooper Boulevard

6.1 mi · 9 min · Sam Cooper Boulevard

7

Continue on Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway

197 mi · 3 hr 32 min · Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway

8

Keep slight right to continue on I 40 East, I 65 South: Knoxville, Huntsville

0.2 mi · 25 sec · I 40 East, I 65 South: Knoxville, Huntsville

9

Merge slight left onto Downtown Loop

2.4 mi · 3 min · Downtown Loop

10

Continue on Downtown Loop

0.5 mi · 43 sec · Downtown Loop

11

Keep slight right to continue on I 40 East, I 24 East: Knoxville, Chattanooga

65 mi · 1 hr 10 min · I 40 East, I 24 East: Knoxville, Chattanooga

12

Take the exit slight right toward Old Baxter Road

492 ft · 12 sec · Old Baxter Road

13

Turn left onto Old Baxter Road

4.4 mi · 7 min · Old Baxter Road

14

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 141.8 miles from New South Memphis, TN, or about 2h 39m 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 62 miles or 1h 9m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 141.8 miles or 2h 39m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 21m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Baxter, 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 283.6 miles and 5h 18m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 62 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 141.8 mi from New South Memphis, TN · 2h 39m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Dickson, TN

142 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

Brownsville, TN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 62 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Dickson, TN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 141.8 miles from New South Memphis, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Baxter, TN

The final approach into Baxter, 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 Baxter, 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

$44.34 one way

$88.68 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 99 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$48.68	$97.36
premium	$4.89	$54.58	$109.15
diesel	$5.61	$62.62	$125.23

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$44

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$69–$94

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 99.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	85.1	1	$29.78	$13.61
Efficient EV	70.9	0	$24.82	$11.34
EV Truck/SUV	113.4	1	$39.70	$18.15

Gas CO2

99 kg

EV CO2

33 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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 as of Apr 13, 2026

Origin

New South Memphis, TN

Late night in New South Memphis on Thursday

Local time

12:02 AM

CDT

Current temp

68°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Baxter, TN

Late night in Baxter on Thursday

Local time

12:02 AM

CDT

Current temp

74°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

6 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

5h 18m 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 Baxter, TN covers 283.6 miles and takes about 5h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are South Parkway East, East Parkway South, Sam Cooper Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 141.8 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 $44.34 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.

This is a straightforward 5h 18m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from New South Memphis, TN to Baxter, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

The route from New South Memphis, TN to Baxter, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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