Origin
New South Memphis, TN
Evening in New South Memphis on Tuesday
Local time
6:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New South Memphis, TN to Bon Aqua Junction, TN
Data updated 3 hours ago
Drive Time
3h 29m
Distance
183.5 mi
295 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 17m
★
6 AM
3h 29m
8 AM
3h 54m
10 AM
3h 38m
12 PM
3h 35m
3 PM
3h 39m
5 PM
3h 52m
8 PM
3h 22m
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
Bon Aqua Junction, TN
Kelly
Trip Overview
The drive from New South Memphis, TN to Bon Aqua Junction, TN covers 183.5 miles and takes about 3h 29m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway, Sam Cooper Boulevard, South Parkway East for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 161.6 miles on Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $28.69 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
91.7 miles from New South Memphis, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 46m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 3h 29m drive with frequent turns across 183.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 161.6 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes around 1.4 miles in near South Parkway East.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 29m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles (South Parkway East): Navigation decision point; at 5.5 miles (South Parkway East): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.2 miles (Sam Cooper Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
1.4 mi into trip
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~2m in
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South Parkway East
Turn right onto South Parkway East
Navigation decision point
3
5.5 mi into trip
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~9m in
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South Parkway East
Continue onto South Parkway East
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
8.2 mi into trip
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~13m in
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Sam Cooper Boulevard
Turn right onto Sam Cooper Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
175.8 mi into trip
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~3h 17m in
Take the exit toward SR 46: Centerville, Dickson
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 172
Toward SR 46: Centerville, Dickson
6
176 mi into trip
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~3h 18m in
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SR 46
Turn left onto SR 46
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway | 161.6 mi | 2h 54m |
| Sam Cooper Boulevard | 6.1 mi | 9m |
| South Parkway East | 4.4 mi | 7m |
| SR 46 | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| State Highway 46 | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| East Parkway South | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| South Third Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| State Highway 100 | 1.2 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
— 161.6 mi, about 2h 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New South Memphis, TN and Bon Aqua Junction, TN.
1
Start on US 61
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
·
40 sec
·
South Parkway East
Use the right lane.
5
Continue on SR 277
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
East Parkway South
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Turn right onto Sam Cooper Boulevard
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Sam Cooper Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on I 40
162 mi
·
2 hr 54 min
·
Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
Exit 172
Toward SR 46: Centerville, Dickson
Use the right lane.
9
Turn left onto SR 46
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
SR 46
Use the left lane.
10
Continue on TN 46
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
State Highway 46
11
Turn right onto TN 100
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 100
12
Arrive at destination
TN 100
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 91.7 miles from New South Memphis, TN, or about 1h 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 161.6 miles.
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 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 91.7 miles or 1h 46m 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 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bon Aqua Junction, 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 183.5 miles and 3h 29m.
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.
The longest stretch is on Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway for about 161.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 91.7 mi from New South Memphis, TN · 1h 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
92 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 91.7 miles from New South Memphis, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 161.6 miles.
Arriving in Bon Aqua Junction, TN
The final approach into Bon Aqua Junction, 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 Bon Aqua Junction, TN.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.69 one way
$57.38 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
64 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $31.50 | $63.00 |
| premium | $4.89 | $35.31 | $70.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $40.51 | $81.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 64.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 55.1 | 0 | $19.27 | $8.81 |
| Efficient EV | 45.9 | 0 | $16.06 | $7.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 73.4 | 0 | $25.69 | $11.74 |
Gas CO2
64 kg
EV CO2
21 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
Bon Aqua Junction, TN
Evening in Bon Aqua Junction on Tuesday
Local time
6:51 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
5 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 29m 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 Bon Aqua Junction, TN covers 183.5 miles and takes about 3h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway, Sam Cooper Boulevard, South Parkway East. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 91.7 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 $28.69 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.
This is a straightforward 3h 29m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles (South Parkway East): Navigation decision point; at 5.5 miles (South Parkway East): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.2 miles (Sam Cooper Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from New South Memphis, TN to Bon Aqua Junction, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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