Drive Time
7h 36m
Distance
410 mi
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$61
one way
The drive from New South Memphis, TN to Blaine, TN covers 410 miles and takes about 7h 36m 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 $60.87 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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
205 miles from New South Memphis, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 48m into the drive .
Expect a 7h 36m drive with frequent turns across 410 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Parkway East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Parkway South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Sam Cooper Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 40 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Downtown Loop | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 11W | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Rutledge Pike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between New South Memphis, TN and Blaine, 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
Keep slight right to continue on I 40 East, I 65 South: Knoxville, Huntsville
Merge slight left onto Downtown Loop
Continue on Downtown Loop
Keep slight right to continue on I 40 East, I 24 East: Knoxville, Chattanooga
Keep slight left
Take the exit slight right toward US 11W: Knoxville Zoo
Keep slight right to continue on US 11W: Mascot, Blaine, Rutledge, Bean Station
Continue on Rutledge Pike
Turn right onto Bates Drive
Arrive at your destination
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 90 miles or 1h 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 205 miles or 3h 48m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Blaine, TN than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving New South Memphis, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from New South Memphis, TN
This is one driving day of about 410 miles and 7h 36m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 205 mi from New South Memphis, TN · 3h 48m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
205 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 90 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 205 miles from New South Memphis, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Blaine, 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 Blaine, TN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$60.87 one way
$121.74 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $68.65 | $137.30 |
| premium | $4.65 | $75.12 | $150.25 |
| diesel | $5.30 | $85.62 | $171.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$61
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$86–$111
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 143.5 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $43 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 123 | 1 | $43.05 | $19.68 |
| Efficient EV | 102.5 | 1 | $35.88 | $16.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 164 | 2 | $57.40 | $26.24 |
Gas CO2
143 kg
EV CO2
48 kg (66% 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Morning in New South Memphis on Saturday
Local time
6:52 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Morning in Blaine on Saturday
Local time
7:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
64°F
Hendersonville, TN
205 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
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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