Traveling from Dyersburg to Memphis is a straightforward 74.9-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 43 minutes. Since this trip is well within the range of a single day, you do not need to worry about overnight accommodations or complicated planning. You can expect to spend roughly $11 on fuel, making it a very budget-friendly excursion across the Tennessee landscape. Navigating this route involves transitioning from the smaller community of Dyersburg into the bustling urban environment of Memphis. Because the duration is relatively short, you have the flexibility to head out whenever it suits your schedule. It serves as a practical connection between these two Southeast locations, perfect for a quick visit or a necessary commute.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
37.4 miles from Dyersburg, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 49m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
North Main Avenue
37.1 mi
48m
US 51
36.8 mi
52m
North Danny Thomas Boulevard
0.6 mi
1m
Poplar Avenue
0.3 mi
<1m
McGaughey Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
North Main Avenue
— 37.1 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dyersburg, TN and Memphis, TN.
1
Start on US 51 Bus; SR 104
63 ft·3 sec·McGaughey Street
2
Turn right onto US 51 Bus; SR 104
37 mi·48 min·North Main Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Continue on US 51; TN 59
37 mi·52 min·US 51; TN 59
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on US 51
0.6 mi·1 min·North Danny Thomas Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
5
Turn right onto Poplar Avenue
0.3 mi·35 sec·Poplar Avenue
6
Arrive at destination
Poplar Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have the advantage of being able to depart at your leisure without needing to schedule multiple rest stops. Given the total duration of 1 hour and 43 minutes, you can easily complete the entire trip in one go, leaving you more time to explore Memphis once you arrive. Keep in mind that your fuel costs will be modest, hovering around $11, so you can focus your travel budget elsewhere. If you want to avoid the heaviest traffic, try to time your departure to skip peak commuting hours on the approach to North Danny Thomas Boulevard. Being mindful of these transitions between US 51 and city streets will help ensure a smoother arrival at your final destination.
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 37.4 miles from Dyersburg, TN, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 37.1 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 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.4 miles or 49m 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 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Memphis, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Dyersburg, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Dyersburg, TN
This is one driving day of about 74.9 miles and 1h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Dyersburg, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on North Main Avenue for about 37.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
2 of 2
2 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 74.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|US 51 Bus; SR 104 / North Main Avenue
Turn right onto US 51 Bus; SR 104 / North Main Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
74.5 mi into trip|~1h 42m in|Poplar Avenue
Turn right onto Poplar Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.71 one way
$23.42 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg26 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$12.86
$25.71
premium
$4.89
$14.41
$28.83
diesel
$5.61
$16.54
$33.07
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
22.5
0
$7.86
$3.60
Efficient EV
18.7
0
$6.55
$3.00
EV Truck/SUV
30
0
$10.49
$4.79
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Dyersburg, TN
Afternoon
in Dyersburg on Sunday
Local time
3:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Memphis, TN
Afternoon
in Memphis on Sunday
Local time
3:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°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
20 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 43m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a mixed driving experience as you transition between local roads and major thoroughfares. You will spend about 49% of your time on highways, balancing the pace of the trip between faster stretches and more conventional driving. The longest single segment you will encounter is a 37.1-mile stretch along North Main Avenue, which defines the initial personality of your drive. As you move toward your destination, the route transitions onto US 51 and eventually flows into North Danny Thomas Boulevard. This combination of road types keeps the drive engaging without feeling like a monotonous interstate slog, providing a steady rhythm as you navigate the 74.9-mile path.
49% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
6 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 37.1 mi on North Main Avenue.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 51 Bus; SR 104 / North Main Avenue.
Driving Effort1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Dyersburg, TN to Memphis, TN is easy. At 1h 43m with 49% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 51 Bus; SR 104 / North Main Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 74.5 miles (Poplar Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Memphis is the second largest city in the state of Tennessee, after Nashville. The state rests in the southeastern portion of the United States. Memphis, with a population of more than 651,000 (2019), is also the county seat for Shelby County. The city's claims to fame include Graceland, the mansion Elvis Presley lived in during his later years. Perhaps more importantly, Memphis is considered by many to be the home of blues music.
The longest stretch is about 37.1 miles on North Main Avenue. 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: near the start (US 51 Bus; SR 104 / North Main Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 74.5 miles (Poplar Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Memphis, TN before heading back.
