Trip from Bolivar, TN to New South Memphis, TN

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 33m

Distance

71.4 mi

115 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

23 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 21 min

4 AM

1h 26m ★

6 AM

1h 33m

8 AM

1h 47m

10 AM

1h 38m

12 PM

1h 37m

3 PM

1h 39m

5 PM

1h 47m

8 PM

1h 29m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

This 71.4-mile drive from Bolivar, TN, to New South Memphis, TN, is a manageable 1 hour and 33 minutes, making it ideal for a single day trip. You'll navigate through local roads and expressways, with about 11% of the journey on highways. The estimated fuel cost is around $11, and with no designated stops in the data, you have the flexibility to explore as you go. This route stays within the Southeast region and the state of Tennessee, offering a straightforward journey through familiar territory.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

35.7 miles from Bolivar, TN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 45m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
West Market Street	48.4 mi	1h 1m
Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway	7 mi	8m
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: West Market Street — 48.4 mi, about 1h 1m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bolivar, TN and New South Memphis, TN.

Start on US 64; SR 18

48 mi · 1 hr 1 min · West Market Street

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 31 sec

Toward Memphis

Merge onto I 40

7.0 mi · 8 min · Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on Sam Cooper Boulevard

1.6 mi · 2 min · Sam Cooper Boulevard

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 34 sec

Exit 9 Toward Perkins Road Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn left onto North Perkins Road

1.1 mi · 1 min · North Perkins Road

Continue on Perkins Extended

1.3 mi · 2 min · Perkins Extended

Continue on South Perkins Road

2.3 mi · 3 min · South Perkins Road

Use the straight lane.

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 40 sec

Toward I 240 West

Merge onto I 240

4.5 mi · 6 min · Avron B Fogelman Expressway

Use the straight lane.

Continue on I 240

3.7 mi · 5 min · W B Fowler Senior Expressway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 13 sec

Exit 7 Toward US 61: Vicksburg, Third Street Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 29 sec

Toward US 61 North: Third Street Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Turn straight onto US 61

0.4 mi · 36 sec · South Third Street

Arrive at destination

US 61

Trip Plan

Given the relatively short duration of 1 hour and 33 minutes for this 71.4-mile trip, you have plenty of flexibility in planning your departure. Leaving in the morning or afternoon works well, and you can decide on stops as you go. The $11 fuel cost is minimal, but it's always wise to ensure you have a full tank before heading out, especially since the route is characterized as turn-heavy. Keep an eye on your navigation, particularly as you transition between West Market Street and the Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway, to ensure you're on the most efficient path.

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 35.7 miles from Bolivar, TN, or about 45m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 48.4 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 16 miles or 20m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 35.7 miles or 45m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 17m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New South Memphis, TN than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Bolivar, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Bolivar, TN

This is one driving day of about 71.4 miles and 1h 33m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Bolivar, TN.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

The longest stretch is on West Market Street for about 48.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Hickory Withe, TN

36 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

Somerville, TN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Hickory Withe, TN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 35.7 miles from Bolivar, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

SHEGER ETHIOPIAN RESTAURANT& GROCERY

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Memphis, Tennessee

Later in the drive, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 56.1

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+19015523136

Visit website

Char Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Memphis, Tennessee

2.8 mi

Viva Mexico - Mexican Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Memphis, Tennessee

3 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Carriage House Coffee Bolivar

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Bolivar, Tennessee

Near the start, right off the route

0 mi from route $1 to $10

Hours: 6 am–4 pm

+17314031840

J Brooks Coffee Roasters

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Memphis, Tennessee

2.2 mi

SHEGER ETHIOPIAN RESTAURANT& GROCERY

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 56.1

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+19015523136

Visit website

Char Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour Expensive mile 61.2

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+19012493533

Visit website

IHOP

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour Inexpensiv mile 51

Cordova, Tennessee

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+19017566488

Visit website

Viva Mexico - Mexican Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour $20 to $30 mile 61.2

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+19017950302

Visit website

Marco's Pizza

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 51

Bartlett, Tennessee

Hours: 10 am–11 pm

+19012664676

Visit website

Subway

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 45.9

Cordova, Tennessee

Hours: 9 am–10 pm

+19016245555

Visit website

Carriage House Coffee Bolivar

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0 mi from route $1 to $10

Bolivar, Tennessee

Hours: 6 am–4 pm

+17314031840

J Brooks Coffee Roasters

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 56.1

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: 8:30 am–4:30 pm

+19016265848

Visit website

Crazy Gander Coffee Company

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 71.4

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+19015523852

Visit website

IKEA Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 51

Cordova, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

EVBOLT Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 56.1

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18665212658

Visit website

0.5 mi from route

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 8

5 decision points cluster between mile 48.7 and 70.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

48.7 mi into trip | ~1h 2m in | I 40 / Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway

Merge onto I 40 / Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

57.2 mi into trip | ~1h 12m 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

62.5 mi into trip | ~1h 20m in | I 240 / Avron B Fogelman Expressway

Merge onto I 240 / Avron B Fogelman Expressway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.

70.7 mi into trip | ~1h 31m 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

70.8 mi into trip | ~1h 32m 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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$11.16 one way

$22.33 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 25 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$12.26	$24.51
premium	$4.89	$13.74	$27.48
diesel	$5.61	$15.76	$31.53

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$11

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$36–$61

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 25 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

23 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Blink Charging Station

Memphis, Tennessee

Blink

1 DCFC

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

Cordova, Tennessee

Other

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Memphis, Tennessee

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

Tesla Supercharger

Memphis, Tennessee

Tesla

1 DCFC

IKEA Charging Station

Cordova, Tennessee

Other

1 DCFC

Tesla Supercharger

Memphis, Tennessee

Tesla

1 DCFC

EVBOLT Charging Station

Memphis, Tennessee

Other

1 DCFC

Tesla Supercharger

Memphis, Tennessee

Tesla

1 DCFC

Blink: 6 ChargePoint: 6 Other: 4 Tesla: 3 Electrify America: 2 EV Connect: 1 InCharge: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	21.4	$7.50	$3.43
Efficient EV	17.9	$6.25	$2.86
EV Truck/SUV	28.6	$10.00	$4.57

Gas CO2

25 kg

EV CO2

8 kg (68% 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 15, 2026

Origin

Bolivar, TN

Late night in Bolivar on Sunday

Local time

5:24 AM

CDT

Current temp

52°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

New South Memphis, TN

Late night in New South Memphis on Sunday

Local time

5:24 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

30 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

1h 33m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a turn-heavy local drive for most of this 71.4-mile trip. While 11% of the route involves highway travel, the majority of your time will be spent on local streets, including West Market Street and the Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 48.4 miles on West Market Street, offering a brief period of steadier progress before you transition back to more frequent turns. This profile suggests a drive that requires consistent attention to navigation.

Only 11% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.

15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 48.4 mi on West Market Street.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 48.7 miles in near I 40 / Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 71.4 miles you will encounter 8 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 48.7 miles (I 40 / Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 57.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 62.5 miles (I 240 / Avron B Fogelman Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

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 Bolivar, TN to New South Memphis, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Memphis along the way.

Memphis

48.4 mi in | ~1h 1m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 33m. Total distance: 71.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 48.4 miles on West Market Street. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at New South Memphis, TN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at New South Memphis, TN before heading back.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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.

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Trip from Bolivar, TN to New South Memphis, TN

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

SHEGER ETHIOPIAN RESTAURANT& GROCERY

Carriage House Coffee Bolivar

SHEGER ETHIOPIAN RESTAURANT& GROCERY

Char Restaurant

IHOP

Viva Mexico - Mexican Restaurant

Marco's Pizza

Subway

Carriage House Coffee Bolivar

J Brooks Coffee Roasters

Crazy Gander Coffee Company

IKEA Charging Station

EVBOLT Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

ChargePoint Charging Station

Electrify America Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Blink Charging Station

EV Connect Charging Station

Love's Travel Stop

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Bolivar, TN

New South Memphis, TN

Same local time

30 degrees warmer at arrival

1h 33m on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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