The drive from New South Memphis, TN to Cornersville, TN covers 223.2 miles and takes about 4h 28m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 412, Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway, I 65 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is mixed drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 98 miles on US 412.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $34.89 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
111.6 miles from New South Memphis, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 10m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 28m. Total distance: 223.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (51%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
The drive from New South Memphis, TN to Cornersville, TN covers 223.2 miles and takes about 4h 28m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 412 is the longest continuous segment at about 98 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.4 miles in near South Parkway East.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 223.2 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles (South Parkway East): Navigation decision point; at 96.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 219 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
1.4 mi into trip|~2m in|South Parkway East
Turn right onto South Parkway East
Navigation decision point
5
96.5 mi into trip|~1h 52m in
Take the exit toward 152: Lexington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 93
Toward 152: Lexington
5
219 mi into trip|~4h 21m in
Take the exit toward 129
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 27
Toward 129
6
223 mi into trip|~4h 28m in|US 31A; SR 129 / North Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 31A; SR 129 / North Main Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
5
223.2 mi into trip|~4h 28m in|Ruth Flye Avenue
Turn left onto Ruth Flye Avenue
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from New South Memphis, TN to Cornersville, TN, road signs begin pointing toward 152: Lexington along the way.
152: Lexington
96.5 mi in|~1h 52m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 412
98 mi
1h 55m
Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
82.3 mi
1h 29m
I 65
10.1 mi
10m
New Lewisburg Highway
9.1 mi
13m
Sam Cooper Boulevard
6.1 mi
9m
South Parkway East
4.4 mi
7m
James M Campbell Boulevard West
4.3 mi
6m
Lynnville Highway
3.4 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
US 412
— 98 mi, about 1h 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New South Memphis, TN and Cornersville, 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
82 mi·1 hr 29 min·Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
Exit 93Toward 152: Lexington
9
Turn right onto SR 152
0.7 mi·49 sec·Law Road
10
Turn left onto US 412
10 mi·11 min·US 412
11
Turn left onto US 412
7.5 mi·8 min·US 412
12
Continue on US 412;SR 114
3.5 mi·3 min·US 412;SR 114
13
Merge onto US 412; SR 114
16 mi·17 min·US 412; SR 114
14
Continue on US 412; SR 100
14 mi·16 min·US 412; SR 100
15
Keep slight right at fork onto US 412
47 mi·56 min·US 412
16
Turn right onto SR 50
4.3 mi·6 min·James M Campbell Boulevard West
17
Continue on TN 50
9.1 mi·13 min·New Lewisburg Highway
18
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·20 sec
19
Merge onto I 65
10 mi·10 min·I 65
20
Take the exit
0.2 mi·36 sec
Exit 27Toward 129
21
Turn left onto SR 129
3.4 mi·6 min·Lynnville Highway
22
Continue on SR 129
0.3 mi·33 sec·Lynnville Road
23
At end of road, turn right onto US 31A; SR 129
0.2 mi·26 sec·North Main Street
24
Turn left onto Ruth Flye Avenue
105 ft·4 sec·Ruth Flye Avenue
25
Arrive at destination
Ruth Flye Avenue
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 111.6 miles from New South Memphis, TN, or about 2h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 98 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 49 miles or 1h in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 111.6 miles or 2h 10m 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 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cornersville, 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 223.2 miles and 4h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 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 US 412 for about 98 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 111.6 mi from New South Memphis, TN
· 2h 10m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$34.89 one way
$69.79 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg78 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$38.31
$76.63
premium
$4.89
$42.95
$85.91
diesel
$5.61
$49.28
$98.56
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 78.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
67
0
$23.44
$10.71
Efficient EV
55.8
0
$19.53
$8.93
EV Truck/SUV
89.3
1
$31.25
$14.28
Gas CO2
78 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 18, 2026
Origin
New South Memphis, TN
Late night
in New South Memphis on Saturday
Local time
1:16 AM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Cornersville, TN
Late night
in Cornersville on Saturday
Local time
1:16 AM
CDT
Current temp
82°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
4h 28m 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 Cornersville, TN covers 223.2 miles and takes about 4h 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 412, Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway, I 65. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 111.6 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 $34.89 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 223.2 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles (South Parkway East): Navigation decision point; at 96.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 219 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
On the drive from New South Memphis, TN to Cornersville, TN, road signs begin pointing toward 152: Lexington along the way.
