Trip from Coopertown, TN to New South Memphis, TN

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

Drive Time

4h 27m

Distance

224.4 mi

361 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$33

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

4h 15m ★

6 AM

4h 28m

8 AM

4h 55m

10 AM

4h 37m

12 PM

4h 35m

3 PM

4h 39m

5 PM

4h 53m

8 PM

4h 20m

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

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Coopertown, TN

Kelly

New South Memphis, TN

Dee Hunna

Trip Overview

This 224.4-mile journey from Coopertown, TN, to New South Memphis, TN, is a solid day trip, taking approximately 4 hours and 27 minutes. Primarily on I-40 with a portion on State Route 49 and Sams Creek Road, the drive is heavily highway-focused, accounting for 89% of the route. With an estimated fuel cost of $35, it's an economical option for a single-day excursion. You'll spend the majority of your time on the interstate, making it a straightforward drive. Both the origin and destination are within the Southeast region, so you won't be crossing any major geographical divides.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

112.2 miles from Coopertown, TN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 20m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 40	176.8 mi	3h 11m
State Route 49	10.1 mi	15m
Sams Creek Road	9.9 mi	17m
Avron B Fogelman Expressway	4.5 mi	6m
River Road	3.8 mi	6m
W B Fowler Senior Expressway	3.7 mi	5m
SR 49	3.7 mi	5m
East Kingston Spring	2.5 mi	4m

Longest stretch: I 40 — 176.8 mi, about 3h 11m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on Woods Road

127 ft · 5 sec · Woods Road

Turn right onto Old Coopertown Road

0.2 mi · 41 sec · Old Coopertown Road

Turn left onto TN 49

10 mi · 15 min · State Route 49

Continue on SR 49

3.7 mi · 5 min · SR 49

At end of road, turn right onto TN 12; TN 49; TN 249

152 ft · 9 sec · South Main Street

Turn left onto SR 49; SR 249

1.0 mi · 1 min · Cumberland Street

Turn left onto SR 249

3.8 mi · 6 min · River Road

Turn right onto SR 249

9.9 mi · 17 min · Sams Creek Road

At end of road, turn right onto US 70; SR 249

0.2 mi · 26 sec · US 70; SR 249

Turn left onto SR 249

2.5 mi · 4 min · East Kingston Spring

Turn left onto SR 249

0.2 mi · 29 sec · Luyben Hills Road

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 26 sec

Toward I 40 West: Memphis

Merge onto I 40

177 mi · 3 hr 11 min · I 40

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 4-hour, 27-minute duration, this route is easily manageable as a single-day trip. Aim to depart in the morning to allow ample time for any unscheduled stops or to simply enjoy a more relaxed pace. The longest stretch without a significant road change is 176.8 miles on I-40, so plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly, perhaps around the midway point of this segment. With a fuel cost estimated at $35, it's a budget-friendly drive, but always keep an eye on your gauge, especially during that long I-40 stretch.

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 112.2 miles from Coopertown, TN, or about 2h 20m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 176.8 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 49 miles or 1h 12m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 112.2 miles or 2h 20m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 38m

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 Coopertown, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Coopertown, TN

This is one driving day of about 224.4 miles and 4h 27m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 miles from Coopertown, 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 176.8 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Kingston Springs, TN

112 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

Kingston Springs, TN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 49 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Waverly, TN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 112.2 miles from Coopertown, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 176.8 miles.

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

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · home stretch

SHEGER ETHIOPIAN RESTAURANT& GROCERY

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Memphis, Tennessee

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch · 19min to go 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+19015523136

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The Yorkshire Deli

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Kingston Springs, Tennessee

2.2 mi

Brendalay Grill

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Arlington, Tennessee

2.1 mi

Best coffee break · early in the drive

Cindy's Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Dickson, Tennessee

Early in the drive, right off the route

Early stretch · 57min in 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 6 AM–2 PM

+16154468660

Visit website

Turnbull Provisions

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Kingston Springs, Tennessee

1.4 mi

Aldar Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Memphis, Tennessee

2 mi

SHEGER ETHIOPIAN RESTAURANT& GROCERY

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+19015523136

Visit website

2.5 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Mason, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Earnestine & Hazel's

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $20 to $30

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: 11 AM–1 AM

+19015239754

Visit website

Cindy's Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

Early stretch 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Dickson, Tennessee

Hours: 6 AM–2 PM

+16154468660

Visit website

Turnbull Provisions

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Kingston Springs, Tennessee

Hours: 8 AM–6 PM

+16155102433

Visit website

Aldar Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: 8 AM–9 PM

+19016952040

Visit website

J Brooks Coffee Roasters

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: 8:30 am–4:30 pm

+19016265848

Visit website

Rizzi's Pizza Cafe

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Arlington, Tennessee

Hours: 11 AM–9 PM

+19018677750

Visit website

K3 Studio Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: 10 AM–7 PM

+19012817762

Visit website

Taziki's Mediteranean Cafe - Arlington, TN

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Arlington, Tennessee

Hours: 11 AM–9 PM

+19018833525

Visit website

Tropical Smoothie Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Arlington, Tennessee

Hours: 7 AM–9 PM

+19013176557

Visit website

EVBOLT Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18665212658

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour

Brownsville, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

Home stretch 4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour

0.4 mi from route

Love's Travel Stop

0.5 mi from route

Fillin' Station

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Kingston Springs, Tennessee

Hours: 5–11 PM

+16159522100

Visit website

Louie's Deli and Meat Market

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Arlington, Tennessee

Hours: 11 AM–6 PM

+19014440937

Visit website

Subway

2.5 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Mason, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

+19014656128

Visit website

The Green Beetle

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

Home stretch 3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: 11 AM–10 PM

+19015277337

Visit website

Louis Connelly's Bar for Fun Times & Friendship

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

Home stretch 3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour $20 to $30

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: 4 PM–3 AM

+19014339282

Visit website

Char Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

Home stretch 4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour Expensive

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+19012493533

Visit website

Stanton Cannery

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

Final third 4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour

Stanton, Tennessee

Hours: 8 AM–2 PM

+17315482565

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 17

5 decision points cluster between mile 31.7 and 223.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

31.7 mi into trip | ~53m in

Take the ramp toward I 40 West: Memphis

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

Toward I 40 West: Memphis

31.9 mi into trip | ~53m in | I 40

Merge onto I 40

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

210.3 mi into trip | ~4h 6m 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

223.7 mi into trip | ~4h 26m 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

223.8 mi into trip | ~4h 26m 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

$33.14 one way

$66.28 round trip

$3.75/gal 25.4 MPG avg 79 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.14	$36.58	$73.17
premium	$4.72	$41.66	$83.33
diesel	$4.80	$42.37	$84.74

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$33

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$58–$83

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 78.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.

Driving Electric?

About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	67.3	0	$23.56	$10.77
Efficient EV	56.1	0	$19.64	$8.98
EV Truck/SUV	89.8	1	$31.42	$14.36

Gas CO2

79 kg

EV CO2

26 kg (67% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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 Jul 18, 2026

Origin

Coopertown, TN

Late night in Coopertown on Sunday

Local time

5:46 AM

CDT

Current temp

90°F

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

W 5 to 10 mph 22% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 2:09PM CDT by NWS Nashville TN

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 3:02PM EDT by NWS Morristown TN

Destination

New South Memphis, TN

Late night in New South Memphis on Sunday

Local time

5:46 AM

CDT

Current temp

94°F

Sunny

W 5 to 10 mph 2% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 2:09PM CDT by NWS Nashville TN

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 3:02PM EDT by NWS Morristown TN

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

4 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

4h 27m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused drive for most of this 4-hour, 27-minute trip. With 89% of the route on major roads like I-40, the pace is generally swift. You'll encounter the longest uninterrupted stretch of 176.8 miles on I-40, offering a consistent driving experience for a significant portion of the journey. While there are brief transitions onto State Route 49 and Sams Creek Road, the overall character remains that of a steady, interstate-led passage. This means you can anticipate a predictable and efficient drive.

89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

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

Longest single stretch: 176.8 mi on I 40.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and State Route 49. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 31.7 miles in.

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 224.4 miles you will encounter 17 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 31.7 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 31.9 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 210.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

839 ft 260 ft

Total Climb

526 ft

Total Descent

993 ft

Highest Point

839 ft

~48.1 mi in

Elevation Range

579 ft

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 27m. Total distance: 224.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 176.8 miles on I 40. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes — we found about 21 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.

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.

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. There are 21 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.

Possible but tiring. At 4.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.9 hours — manageable with a long break at New South Memphis, TN, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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Trip from Coopertown, 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

Stops Along Your Drive

SHEGER ETHIOPIAN RESTAURANT& GROCERY

Cindy's Cafe

SHEGER ETHIOPIAN RESTAURANT& GROCERY

The Yorkshire Deli

Brendalay Grill

Hernando's Hideaway

Staks Kitchen - Arlington

Chicken Salad Chick

McDonald's

Earnestine & Hazel's

Cindy's Cafe

Turnbull Provisions

Aldar Cafe

J Brooks Coffee Roasters

Rizzi's Pizza Cafe

K3 Studio Cafe

Taziki's Mediteranean Cafe - Arlington, TN

Tropical Smoothie Cafe

EVBOLT Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Blink Charging Station

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

Nissan Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Tesla Supercharger

Love's Travel Stop

TA

Rest Area

Rest Area

Rest Area

Rest Area

ONE9 Travel Center

Love's Travel Stop

Service Plaza

Petro Stopping Centers

Love's Travel Stop

Flying J Travel Center

Pilot Travel Center

Pilot Travel Center

Pilot Travel Center

Rest Area

Service Plaza

Pilot Travel Center

QuikTrip

Service Plaza

Love's Travel Stop

Fillin' Station

Louie's Deli and Meat Market

Subway

The Green Beetle

Louis Connelly's Bar for Fun Times & Friendship

Char Restaurant

Stanton Cannery

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Coopertown, TN

New South Memphis, TN

Same local time

4 degrees warmer at arrival

4h 27m on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Elevation Profile

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?