Paris, TN to Collierville, TN is 131.7 miles and takes about 2h 46m via I 40 and Highland Drive, with a fuel budget near $21 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip takes you across the Southeast region, staying within Tennessee for the entire journey. It's a straightforward drive, mostly on highways, making it a convenient option for a single-day trip. You'll find the route generally practical, with a mixed driving profile that balances faster highway speeds with some local road transitions. Consider this if you're looking for an efficient way to travel between these two points.
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
65.9 miles from Paris, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 30m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 46m. Total distance: 131.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (60%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This route offers a mixed drive experience, with about 60% of it on highways. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on I 40, including a longest stretch of 54.5 miles on this interstate. The highway segments provide an opportunity for steady progress, while the inclusion of Highland Drive and Governor Winfield Dunn Parkway suggests some transitions to more local roads. Be prepared for a blend of faster driving and potentially slower speeds as you navigate these different road types. The character of the drive evolves as you move from the interstate sections to the more varied local thoroughfares.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 40 is the longest continuous segment at about 54.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 112.8 miles in.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 131.7 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 112.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 113.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 113.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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112.8 mi into trip|~2h 20m in
Take the exit toward I 269, TN 385: Jackson Mississippi, Collierville, Millington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 24-25
Toward I 269, TN 385: Jackson Mississippi, Coll...
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113.1 mi into trip|~2h 21m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 269, TN 385
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 269, TN 385
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113.7 mi into trip|~2h 22m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 269 East, TN 385 East: Collierville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 269 East, TN 385 East: Collierville
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114 mi into trip|~2h 23m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 269 South: Collierville, Jackson, Mississippi
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 24A
Toward I 269 South: Collierville, Jackson, Miss...
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130 mi into trip|~2h 42m in
Keep slight right at fork toward TN 57 West: Collierville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward TN 57 West: Collierville
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Paris, TN and Collierville, TN, road signs point toward Millington, Jackson and Mississippi.
Millington
112.8 mi in|~2h 20m
Jackson
114 mi in|~2h 23m
Mississippi
114 mi in|~2h 23m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 40
54.5 mi
58m
Highland Drive
18.1 mi
26m
Governor Winfield Dunn Parkway
15.4 mi
17m
Austin Peay Memorial Highway
13.2 mi
15m
Medina Highway
11 mi
14m
US 45E
7.6 mi
11m
Atwood Highway
2.8 mi
4m
South 1st Street
2 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 54.5 mi, about 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Paris, TN and Collierville, TN.
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Start on SR 54; SR 69
96 ft·5 sec·West Wood Street
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Turn right onto US 641
0.2 mi·20 sec·South Market Street
3
Continue on SR 77
0.7 mi·1 min·Veterans Drive
4
Turn right onto US 79
0.4 mi·41 sec·Tyson Avenue
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Continue on US 79
13 mi·15 min·Austin Peay Memorial Highway
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Continue on US 79
18 mi·26 min·Highland Drive
7
Continue on US 70A; US 79
0.7 mi·1 min·Atwood Highway
8
Continue on US 70A; US 79
2.1 mi·3 min·Atwood Highway
9
Continue on US 70A; US 79
2.0 mi·3 min·East Van Hook Street
10
Turn left onto US 45E
2.0 mi·4 min·South 1st Street
11
Continue on US 45E
11 mi·14 min·Medina Highway
12
Keep slight left at fork onto US 45E
7.6 mi·11 min·US 45E
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi·31 sec
14
Merge onto I 40; US 412
55 mi·58 min·I 40; US 412
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi·35 sec
Exit 24-25Toward I 269, TN 385: Jackson Mississippi, Collierville, Millington
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 269, TN 385
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·49 sec
Toward I 269 East, TN 385 East: Collierville
18
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·1 min
Exit 24AToward I 269 South: Collierville, Jackson, MississippiUse the right lane.
19
Merge onto I 269
401 ft·5 sec·Paul W Barret Parkway
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Continue on I 269
15 mi·17 min·Governor Winfield Dunn Parkway
21
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward TN 57: Collierville, Piperton
22
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi·14 sec
Toward TN 57 West: ColliervilleUse the slight right lane.
23
Turn straight onto TN 57
1.4 mi·3 min·TN 57
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
24
Turn left onto North Main Street
0.2 mi·34 sec·North Main Street
25
Turn right onto North Rowlett Street
71 ft·3 sec·North Rowlett Street
26
Arrive at destination
North Rowlett Street
Trip Plan
Given the 2h 46m duration, this trip is easily accomplished in a single day, offering flexibility in your departure time. Leaving Paris, TN in the morning should get you to Collierville, TN with plenty of daylight to spare. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost estimated at $21, you can plan your stops strategically. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 54.5-mile stretch on I 40, to ensure you don't need to deviate for gas. Planning your one stop around the halfway point or just before transitioning off the main interstate can break up the drive nicely.
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 65.9 miles from Paris, TN, or about 1h 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 54.5 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 29 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 65.9 miles or 1h 30m 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 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Collierville, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Paris, 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 Paris, TN
This is one driving day of about 131.7 miles and 2h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Paris, 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 I 40 for about 54.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 65.9 mi from Paris, TN
· 1h 30m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Fort Donelson National Battlefield
National Battlefield
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Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
39.5
0
$13.83
$6.32
Efficient EV
32.9
0
$11.52
$5.27
EV Truck/SUV
52.7
0
$18.44
$8.43
Gas CO2
46 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.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Paris, TN
Afternoon
in Paris on Friday
Local time
1:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
88°F
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SSW 5 to 10 mph15% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Collierville, TN
Afternoon
in Collierville on Friday
Local time
1:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°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
33 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 46m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Paris, TN to Collierville, TN covers 131.7 miles and takes about 2h 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, Highland Drive, Governor Winfield Dunn Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 65.9 miles from Paris, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.59 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 131.7 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 112.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 113.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 113.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Paris, TN and Collierville, TN, road signs point toward Millington, Jackson and Mississippi.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
