Origin
Waverly, TN
Night in Waverly on Tuesday
Local time
10:53 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Waverly, TN to New South Memphis, TN
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Drive Time
3h 10m
Distance
163.5 mi
263 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 59m
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6 AM
3h 10m
8 AM
3h 34m
10 AM
3h 18m
12 PM
3h 16m
3 PM
3h 20m
5 PM
3h 32m
8 PM
3h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Waverly, TN
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New South Memphis, TN
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Trip Overview
This 163.5-mile drive from Waverly, TN to New South Memphis, TN is designed for efficiency, taking approximately 3 hours and 10 minutes. It's a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in a single day, making it ideal for a quick trip. You'll be spending about 95% of your time on major roadways like I-40 and the Avron B Fogelman Expressway. With an estimated fuel cost of $26, this route is budget-friendly. This drive stays within the Southeast region, offering a consistent travel experience throughout.
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
81.8 miles from Waverly, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 35m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 95% of the drive utilizing major interstates and expressways. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 131.8 miles on I-40, meaning you'll have extended periods of consistent speed and limited distractions. While the majority is highway, there are brief transitions onto State Highway 13 and the Avron B Fogelman Expressway as you approach your destination, offering a slight change in pace before entering the Memphis area. This drive prioritizes getting you from point A to point B swiftly.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 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 131.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and State Highway 13. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Court Square.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 163.5 miles you will encounter 10 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: near the start (North Court Square): Navigation decision point; at 16 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 149.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North Court Square
At end of road, turn left onto North Court Square
Navigation decision point
5
16 mi into trip
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~24m in
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I 40
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
149.4 mi into trip
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~2h 49m in
Take the exit toward Perkins Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 9
Toward Perkins Road
8
162.8 mi into trip
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~3h 8m in
Take the exit toward US 61: Vicksburg, Third Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 7
Toward US 61: Vicksburg, Third Street
8
162.9 mi into trip
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~3h 9m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 61 North: Third Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward US 61 North: Third Street
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 131.8 mi | 2h 22m |
| State Highway 13 | 15.3 mi | 22m |
| Avron B Fogelman Expressway | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| W B Fowler Senior Expressway | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| South Perkins Road | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Sam Cooper Boulevard | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Perkins Extended | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| North Perkins Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 131.8 mi, about 2h 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waverly, TN and New South Memphis, TN.
1
Start on Mill Street
253 ft
·
16 sec
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Mill Street
2
At end of road, turn left onto North Court Square
330 ft
·
11 sec
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North Court Square
3
Turn right onto TN 13
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
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South Church Street
4
Continue on TN 13
15 mi
·
22 min
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State Highway 13
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
6
Merge onto I 40
132 mi
·
2 hr 22 min
·
I 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on Sam Cooper Boulevard
1.6 mi
·
2 min
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Sam Cooper Boulevard
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 9
Toward Perkins Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn left onto North Perkins Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
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North Perkins Road
10
Continue on Perkins Extended
1.3 mi
·
2 min
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Perkins Extended
11
Continue on South Perkins Road
2.3 mi
·
3 min
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South Perkins Road
Use the straight lane.
12
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 240 West
13
Merge onto I 240
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Avron B Fogelman Expressway
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on I 240
3.7 mi
·
5 min
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W B Fowler Senior Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
Exit 7
Toward US 61: Vicksburg, Third Street
Use the slight right lane.
16
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward US 61 North: Third Street
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
17
Turn straight onto US 61
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
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South Third Street
18
Arrive at destination
US 61
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 3 hours and 10 minutes, this trip is perfectly suited for a single day. You can leave Waverly in the morning and arrive in New South Memphis by lunchtime, or depart later for an afternoon arrival. With only one recommended stop and a significant portion on I-40, plan your fuel and rest breaks accordingly, especially considering the longest stretch is over 130 miles. A practical tip for this route: monitor your fuel levels closely as you approach the 131.8-mile mark on I-40, as services can be more spread out on long interstate segments.
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 81.8 miles from Waverly, TN, or about 1h 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 131.8 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 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 81.8 miles or 1h 35m 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 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New South Memphis, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Waverly, 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 Waverly, TN
This is one driving day of about 163.5 miles and 3h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Waverly, 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 131.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 81.8 mi from Waverly, TN · 1h 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
82 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 81.8 miles from Waverly, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 131.8 miles.
Arriving in New South Memphis, TN
The final approach into New South 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 New South Memphis, 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
$25.56 one way
$51.12 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
57 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $28.07 | $56.13 |
| premium | $4.89 | $31.46 | $62.93 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $36.10 | $72.20 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 57.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 49.1 | 0 | $17.17 | $7.85 |
| Efficient EV | 40.9 | 0 | $14.31 | $6.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 65.4 | 0 | $22.89 | $10.46 |
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 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
New South Memphis, TN
Night in New South Memphis on Tuesday
Local time
10:53 PM
CDT
Current temp
68°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
3 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 10m 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 Waverly, TN to New South Memphis, TN covers 163.5 miles and takes about 3h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, State Highway 13, Avron B Fogelman Expressway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 81.8 miles from Waverly, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $25.56 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 163.5 miles you will encounter 10 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: near the start (North Court Square): Navigation decision point; at 16 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 149.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Waverly, TN to New South Memphis, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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