Origin
Collierville, TN
Late night in Collierville on Sunday
Local time
12:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Collierville, TN to Covington, 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 5m
Distance
45.3 mi
73 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 0m
★
6 AM
1h 6m
8 AM
1h 16m
10 AM
1h 9m
12 PM
1h 8m
3 PM
1h 10m
5 PM
1h 16m
8 PM
1h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Collierville, TN
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Covington, TN
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Collierville to Covington, Tennessee, you are looking at a straightforward 45.3-mile journey. This trip typically takes about 1 hour and 5 minutes to complete, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. You will primarily navigate via the Governor Winfield Dunn Parkway, US 70, and the George D Gracey Highway. Budgeting approximately $7 for fuel will cover your transit costs comfortably between these two Southeast locations. Because the entire drive is quite short, you do not need to worry about overnight logistics or mid-route accommodations. It is a highly efficient connector that gets you from point A to point B without any necessary stops.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Governor Winfield Dunn Parkway | 15.4 mi | 17m |
| US 70 | 12.3 mi | 19m |
| George D Gracey Highway | 10.7 mi | 16m |
| Paul W Barret Parkway | 2.5 mi | 2m |
| East Poplar Avenue | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| East Street | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| East Liberty Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Governor Winfield Dunn Parkway
— 15.4 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Collierville, TN and Covington, TN.
1
Start on North Rowlett Street
321 ft
·
19 sec
·
North Rowlett Street
2
Turn right onto North Center Street
246 ft
·
12 sec
·
North Center Street
3
Turn right onto East Mulberry Street
382 ft
·
21 sec
·
East Mulberry Street
4
Turn left onto North Main Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
North Main Street
5
At end of road, turn right onto TN 57
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
East Poplar Avenue
Use the right lane.
6
Continue on TN 57
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
TN 57
Use the straight lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
8
Merge onto I 269
15 mi
·
17 min
·
Governor Winfield Dunn Parkway
9
Continue on I 269
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Paul W Barret Parkway
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward US 70: Arlington, Memphis
11
Keep slight left at fork
214 ft
·
5 sec
12
Turn left onto US 70; US 79
12 mi
·
19 min
·
US 70; US 79
13
Turn left onto TN 59
0.6 mi
·
52 sec
·
Main Street
14
Continue on TN 59
11 mi
·
16 min
·
George D Gracey Highway
15
Turn right onto TN 384
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
East Street
16
Turn left onto TN 54
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
East Liberty Avenue
17
Turn left onto West Court Square
125 ft
·
5 sec
·
West Court Square
18
Arrive at destination
West Court Square
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.7 miles from Collierville, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 20.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
North Center Street
Turn right onto North Center Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
East Mulberry Street
Turn right onto East Mulberry Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
TN 57 / East Poplar Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto TN 57 / East Poplar Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
20 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Take the exit toward US 70: Arlington, Memphis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 70: Arlington, Memphis
5
20.2 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.08 one way
$14.16 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.78 | $15.55 |
| premium | $4.89 | $8.72 | $17.44 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.00 | $20.00 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.76 | $2.17 |
| Efficient EV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.96 | $1.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.1 | 0 | $6.34 | $2.90 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Covington, TN
Late night in Covington on Sunday
Local time
12:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
79°F
Arlington, TN
23 mi in
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
23 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 5m 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?
This trip is defined by a highway-focused profile, with 67% of your time spent on higher-speed transit corridors. You can expect a consistent flow as you move through the region, characterized by a mix of primary parkways and established highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is 15.4 miles while traveling on the Governor Winfield Dunn Parkway. While the route is functional and direct, the transition between these major roads dictates the overall pacing of your drive. You will find that the road maintains a steady, predictable rhythm, allowing for a focused experience behind the wheel without the complexity of winding local backroads.
67% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 15.4 mi on Governor Winfield Dunn Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Governor Winfield Dunn Parkway and US 70. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near North Center Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 45.3 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.1 miles (North Center Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (East Mulberry Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (TN 57 / East Poplar Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
393 ft
268 ft
Total Climb
154 ft
Total Descent
207 ft
Highest Point
393 ft
~9.7 mi in
Elevation Range
125 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Collierville, TN to Covington, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Memphis along the way.
Memphis
20 mi in
|
~25m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 5m. Total distance: 45.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (67%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 15.4 miles on Governor Winfield Dunn Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (North Center Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (East Mulberry Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (TN 57 / East Poplar Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Covington, 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, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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