Origin
Rossville, TN
Morning in Rossville on Wednesday
Local time
6:43 AM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rossville, TN to Memphis, TN
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
49m
Distance
34.5 mi
56 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 45m
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6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 58m
10 AM
0h 52m
12 PM
0h 52m
3 PM
0h 53m
5 PM
0h 57m
8 PM
0h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rossville, TN
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Memphis, TN
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Trip Overview
Driving from Rossville to Memphis is a straightforward 38.2-mile trek that typically takes about 42 minutes. Because of the quick duration, this trip is perfectly suited as a simple one-day excursion that doesn't require an overnight stay. You will navigate through the Southeast region using a combination of local streets, the Bill Morris Parkway, and I-240 West. With a fuel budget of just $6, this is an incredibly economical route to manage. Whether you are heading into the city for business or leisure, the proximity makes for a hassle-free journey across Tennessee. It is a practical commute that keeps you within the same state while transitioning from the outskirts into the heart of Memphis.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
17.2 miles from Rossville, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 24m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. Since the highway share is 0%, your focus will remain on maneuvering through local roads and parkway transitions. You won't find any long, straight stretches here, as the longest uninterrupted segment is 0 miles on Main Street. This character requires your full attention behind the wheel as you navigate the turns that define the journey. The experience is intimate and localized, trading high-speed open road stretches for a more engaged, hands-on driving pace.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Main Street 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. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Rossville, TN to Memphis, TN is easy. At 49m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Rossville, TN to Memphis, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Bill Morris Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 240 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Avron B Fogelman Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 78 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 78 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Prescott Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Lamar Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Main Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rossville, TN and Memphis, TN.
1
Start on Front Street
56 ft
·
5 sec
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Front Street
2
Turn right onto Main Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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Main Street
3
At the end of the road, turn right
5.4 mi
·
8 min
4
Take the ramp left
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
5
Continue on Bill Morris Parkway
0.6 mi
·
38 sec
·
Bill Morris Parkway
6
Keep slight right to continue on Bill Morris Parkway
15 mi
·
18 min
·
Bill Morris Parkway
7
Keep slight left to continue on I 240 West: Jackson Miss
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I 240 West: Jackson Miss
8
Keep slight left to continue on I 240 West: Jackson Mississippi
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
I 240 West: Jackson Mississippi
9
Merge slight left onto Avron B Fogelman Expressway
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Avron B Fogelman Expressway
10
Take the exit slight right toward US 78: Lamar Avenue, Birmingham
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
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US 78: Lamar Avenue, Birmingham
11
Keep slight right to continue on US 78 West: Lamar Avenue
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
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US 78 West: Lamar Avenue
12
Turn left onto South Prescott Street
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
South Prescott Street
13
Turn straight
259 ft
·
9 sec
14
Turn straight onto Lamar Avenue
5.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Lamar Avenue
15
Turn right onto Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Avenue
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Avenue
16
Turn right onto South Pauline Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
South Pauline Street
17
Turn left onto Poplar Avenue
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Poplar Avenue
18
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short 42-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You don't need to worry about complex stop-planning or long-haul fatigue, as you can easily complete the drive in a single push. Keep in mind that because this route relies on local infrastructure and parkways, traffic patterns can shift quickly, so checking your GPS before you head out is a smart move. With a fuel cost of only $6, you should be able to make the trip on a single tank without needing to refuel along the way. Prioritize leaving during off-peak hours if you want to avoid the typical congestion associated with transitioning into the Memphis metro area.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 17.2 miles from Rossville, TN, or about 24m 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 34.5 miles or 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 17.2 miles or 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Memphis, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Rossville, 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 Rossville, TN
This is one driving day of about 34.5 miles and 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Rossville, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.2 mi from Rossville, TN · 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 34.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.2 miles from Rossville, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Memphis, TN
The final approach into Memphis, 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 Memphis, 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
$5.39 one way
$10.79 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.92 | $11.84 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.64 | $13.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.62 | $15.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.62 | $1.66 |
| Efficient EV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.02 | $1.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.83 | $2.21 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Memphis, TN
Morning in Memphis on Wednesday
Local time
6:43 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°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
49m 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 Rossville, TN to Memphis, TN covers 34.5 miles and takes about 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Main Street, Bill Morris Parkway, I 240 West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17.2 miles from Rossville, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.39 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.
The drive from Rossville, TN to Memphis, TN is easy. At 49m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Rossville, TN to Memphis, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Rossville, TN to Memphis, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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