Road Trips from New South Memphis, TN
New South Memphis offers a solid range of driving options, from quick hops on mostly flat, surface roads to longer adventures with gently rolling terrain and a mix of highway driving. You've got a few choices for a day trip that get you to parks like Stones River National Battlefield within a few hours. If you're looking to go further, there are destinations over 400 miles away that include options for overnight stays and access to larger parks like the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Total Routes
21
Shortest
3.7h
With Parks Nearby
18
Full-day getaway
Thompson's Station, TN
3h 57m210.6 mi one way
This is one of your closest options, just over 4 hours on mostly surface roads. It's a good pick if you want a shorter drive with a drive score of 8. You'll encounter mostly flat terrain, and Stones River National Battlefield is nearby if you want to add a park visit.
Kingston Springs, TN
3h 39m193.2 mi one way
At under 4 hours and 193 miles, this is your shortest drive from New South Memphis. It uses mostly surface roads, offering a straightforward trip with a drive score of 8. Unlike some other options, this route does not have parks directly on the path.
Weekend trip
17 total in this range
New Union, TN
5h 3m270.7 mi one way
This route offers a higher drive score of 10 and includes a mix of highway and surface roads. It's a longer day trip at over 5 hours and 270 miles, but features gently rolling terrain and access to Stones River National Battlefield.
Madisonville, TN
7h 34m386.3 mi one way
If you're up for a longer drive at over 7.5 hours and 386 miles, this option provides a drive score of 10. The terrain is gently rolling, and it includes access to Stones River National Battlefield, making it a good choice for exploring.
Blaine, TN
7h 36m410 mi one way
This 410-mile trip will take you over 7.5 hours with a drive score of 9. The drive is a mix of highway and surface roads, covering gently rolling terrain. Stones River National Battlefield is a nearby park option.
Watertown, TN
7h 41m405.4 mi one way
This is a significant drive at over 7.5 hours and 405 miles, but it offers access to both Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Stones River National Battlefield. The terrain is gently rolling, and the drive score is 9.
South Carthage, TN
5h266.6 mi one way
This route is around 5 hours and 266 miles, using mostly surface roads for a drive score of 9. It features mostly flat terrain and includes access to Stones River National Battlefield, making it a solid day trip choice.
Long-haul ideas
New Tazewell, TN
8h 18m433.6 mi one way
This option is recommended for an overnight stay, covering 433 miles over 8.3 hours with a drive score of 9. It features gently rolling terrain and provides access to Cumberland Gap National Historical Park and Stones River National Battlefield.
Midway, TN
9h 6m486.9 mi one way
Plan for an overnight for this longest trip at 486 miles and over 9 hours, with a drive score of 9. It offers access to both Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Stones River National Battlefield, traversing gently rolling terrain.
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When to Go
Spring
Spring offers driving through gently rolling and flat terrain, with parks like Stones River National Battlefield accessible on many routes.
Summer
Summer drives can take you towards areas with access to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, featuring gently rolling terrain.
Fall
Fall routes provide access to parks with gently rolling terrain, suitable for day trips or longer overnight adventures.
Winter
Winter drives offer varied terrain, from flat to gently rolling, with options for longer trips including overnight stays and park access.
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