Origin
Collierville, TN
Night in Collierville on Saturday
Local time
9:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Collierville, TN to Union City, TN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 35m
Distance
132.6 mi
213 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 25m
★
6 AM
2h 36m
8 AM
2h 57m
10 AM
2h 43m
12 PM
2h 41m
3 PM
2h 44m
5 PM
2h 56m
8 PM
2h 30m
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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Union City, TN
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Trip Overview
Collierville to Union City is 132.6 miles and takes about 2 hours 35 minutes via I-40 and US-45W, with a fuel budget near $21 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Tennessee, moving from the Southeast region to another part of the Southeast. It's a straightforward, highway-focused trip that's perfect for a single day. You'll spend most of your time on major roads, making it a convenient option if you need to get from point A to point B efficiently. Consider this route for its simplicity and speed.
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
66.3 miles from Collierville, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 16m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 54.6 mi | 58m |
| US 45W | 25.8 mi | 30m |
| North Central Avenue | 24.9 mi | 28m |
| Governor Winfield Dunn Parkway | 15.1 mi | 17m |
| US 45 Bypass | 8.4 mi | 11m |
| East Poplar Avenue | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| North Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| TN 57 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 54.6 mi, about 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Collierville, TN and Union City, 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
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 40 East: Nashville
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 40 East: Nashville
11
Merge onto I 40
55 mi
·
58 min
·
I 40
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward Trenton
Use the right lane.
13
Merge onto US 45 Bypass
8.4 mi
·
11 min
·
US 45 Bypass
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Continue on US 45W
6.2 mi
·
7 min
·
US 45W
15
Turn right onto US 45W
25 mi
·
28 min
·
North Central Avenue
16
Keep slight left at fork onto US 45W
20 mi
·
23 min
·
US 45W
17
Turn right onto East Church Street
74 ft
·
3 sec
·
East Church Street
18
Arrive at destination
East Church Street
Trip Plan
Given this is a 2 hour and 35 minute drive, you can easily complete it in a single day, offering flexibility in your departure time. Leaving in the morning is ideal to maximize daylight. There's one indicated stop, so plan for a brief pause to stretch your legs or refuel if needed, though the fuel cost suggests you might not need to worry too much. Watch for the transition from I-40 to US-45W; this is your primary directional change on this journey. Since the drive is short and direct, you can afford to be spontaneous with your timing.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 66.3 miles from Collierville, TN, or about 1h 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 54.6 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 29 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 66.3 miles or 1h 16m 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 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Union City, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Collierville, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Collierville, TN
This is one driving day of about 132.6 miles and 2h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Collierville, 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 54.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
66 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 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 66.3 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 145 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 73.3 — 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
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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
17.9 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 40 East: Nashville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 40 East: Nashville
6
73.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
Take the exit toward Trenton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward Trenton
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.73 one way
$41.46 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
46 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $22.76 | $45.52 |
| premium | $4.89 | $25.52 | $51.04 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $29.28 | $58.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 46.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 39.8 | 0 | $13.92 | $6.36 |
| Efficient EV | 33.2 | 0 | $11.60 | $5.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 53 | 0 | $18.56 | $8.49 |
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
16 kg (65% 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
Union City, TN
Night in Union City on Saturday
Local time
9:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°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
22 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
2h 35m 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 route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 78% of it on major roadways. You'll experience a significant stretch of I-40 for about 54.6 miles, offering consistent speeds. As you transition to US-45W and then North Central Avenue, the character might shift slightly but remains largely focused on efficient travel. Expect a generally smooth and predictable driving experience, with fewer complications than a route involving many smaller roads. The focus here is on making good time.
78% 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: 54.6 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and US 45W. You will hit about 14 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
6/10
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 132.6 miles you will encounter 14 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.
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 Union City, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Trenton along the way.
Trenton
73.3 mi in
|
~1h 24m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 35m. Total distance: 132.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 54.6 miles on I 40. 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 Union City, TN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
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 Union City, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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