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Trip from Farragut, 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

7h

Distance

379.7 mi

611 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$59

one way

EV Charging

Fair

4 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 34 min
4 AM
6h 50m ★
6 AM
7h 1m
8 AM
7h 24m
10 AM
7h 9m
12 PM
7h 7m
3 PM
7h 10m
5 PM
7h 22m
8 PM
6h 54m

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

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Downtown Farragut, TN, TN

Farragut, TN

Antonio Garcia Prats

Downtown New South Memphis, TN, TN

New South Memphis, TN

Dee Hunna

Trip Overview

This 379.7-mile drive from Farragut, TN, to New South Memphis, TN, is a substantial journey that can be completed in about 7 hours, making it a feasible day trip if you're up for a full day on the road. The route is heavily focused on highways, with 97% of the drive utilizing major roads like I-40, Avron B Fogelman Expressway, and W B Fowler Senior Expressway. With an estimated fuel cost of $59, it's an economical option for covering significant ground. You'll encounter 2 planned stops, and the majority of your travel will be on I-40, which accounts for the longest stretch of 358.7 miles. This route stays within the Southeast region, offering a straightforward path across Tennessee.

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

2 planned breaks

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

Midpoint

189.8 miles from Farragut, TN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 28m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 40 358.7 mi 6h 29m
Avron B Fogelman Expressway 4.5 mi 6m
W B Fowler Senior Expressway 3.7 mi 5m
Downtown Loop 2.9 mi 3m
South Perkins Road 2.3 mi 3m
Sam Cooper Boulevard 1.6 mi 2m
North Campbell Station Road 1.6 mi 3m
Perkins Extended 1.3 mi 2m
Longest stretch: I 40 — 358.7 mi, about 6h 29m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on West End Avenue

40 ft · 6 sec · West End Avenue
2

Turn right onto US 11; US 70

0.5 mi · 53 sec · Kingston Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
3

Turn right onto North Campbell Station Road

1.6 mi · 3 min · North Campbell Station Road
Use the right lane.
4

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 28 sec
Toward Campbell Station Road, Farragut
5

Merge onto I 40; I 75

4.5 mi · 5 min · I 40; I 75
6

Keep slight right at fork onto I 40

155 mi · 2 hr 46 min · I 40
Toward Nashville Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Keep slight right at fork onto I 40

2.1 mi · 3 min · I 40
Exit 213B Toward I 24 West, I 40 West: Nashville Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Keep slight left at fork onto I 40

0.4 mi · 42 sec · I 40
Toward I 40 West: Huntsville, Memphis Use the slight left lane.
9

Merge onto I 40

0.6 mi · 52 sec · Downtown Loop
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Continue on I 40

2.3 mi · 3 min · Downtown Loop
Exit 210A Toward I 40 West, I 65 North: Memphis, Louisville Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Keep slight left at fork onto I 40

197 mi · 3 hr 33 min · I 40
Toward I 40 West: Memphis Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
12

Continue on Sam Cooper Boulevard

1.6 mi · 2 min · Sam Cooper Boulevard
13

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 34 sec
Exit 9 Toward Perkins Road Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Turn left onto North Perkins Road

1.1 mi · 1 min · North Perkins Road
15

Continue on Perkins Extended

1.3 mi · 2 min · Perkins Extended
16

Continue on South Perkins Road

2.3 mi · 3 min · South Perkins Road
Use the straight lane.
17

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 40 sec
Toward I 240 West
18

Merge onto I 240

4.5 mi · 6 min · Avron B Fogelman Expressway
Use the straight lane.
19

Continue on I 240

3.7 mi · 5 min · W B Fowler Senior Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 13 sec
Exit 7 Toward US 61: Vicksburg, Third Street Use the slight right lane.
21

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 29 sec
Toward US 61 North: Third Street Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
22

Turn straight onto US 61

0.4 mi · 36 sec · South Third Street
23

Arrive at destination

US 61

Trip Plan

Given the 7-hour duration, starting your drive from Farragut, TN, early in the morning is highly recommended to maximize daylight and avoid potential traffic as you approach Memphis. With only 2 recommended stops, plan them strategically along the 358.7-mile stretch of I-40 to break up the journey comfortably. The $59 fuel cost is an estimate, so keep an eye on your gauge, especially during the long stretches. Since this is a highway-intensive route, ensure your vehicle is in good condition before departing, and be prepared for consistent speeds for most of the 379.7 miles.

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 189.8 miles from Farragut, TN, or about 3h 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 358.7 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 84 miles or 1h 32m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 189.8 miles or 3h 28m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 5h 49m

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

Before You Leave

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

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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.

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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Farragut, TN

This is one driving day of about 379.7 miles and 7h.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 84 miles from Farragut, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 358.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

capital and largest city of Tennessee, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Nashville, TN

190 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

Lafayette, TN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 84 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Nashville, TN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 189.8 miles from Farragut, 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 358.7 miles.

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.

Taqueria “ EL PRIMO EXPRESS”

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 298.3

Jackson, Tennessee

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+19012203010

Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 298.3

Jackson, Tennessee

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+17317362362

Visit website

Red Lobster

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour Moderately mile 298.3

Jackson, Tennessee

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+17316648655

Visit website

Los Portales Mexican Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 298.3

Jackson, Tennessee

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+17316646217

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 379.7

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+19015523852

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 379.7

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 379.7

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 352.6

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 379.7

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 16

5 decision points cluster between mile 6.7 and 379.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
6.7 mi into trip | ~9m in | I 40

Keep slight right at fork onto I 40 toward Nashville

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward Nashville
9
161.6 mi into trip | ~2h 56m in | I 40

Keep slight right at fork onto I 40 toward I 24 West, I 40 West: Nashville

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 213B Toward I 24 West, I 40 West: Nashville
8
163.7 mi into trip | ~2h 59m in | I 40

Keep slight left at fork onto I 40 toward I 40 West: Huntsville, Memphis

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 40 West: Huntsville, Memphis
8
379 mi into trip | ~6h 59m 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
8
379.1 mi into trip | ~6h 59m 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

$59.36 one way

$118.72 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 133 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $65.18 $130.35
premium $4.89 $73.07 $146.14
diesel $5.61 $83.83 $167.67

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$59

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$84–$109

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 132.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $40 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 113.9 1 $39.87 $18.23
Efficient EV 94.9 1 $33.22 $15.19
EV Truck/SUV 151.9 1 $53.16 $24.30

Gas CO2

133 kg

EV CO2

44 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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 18, 2026

Origin

Farragut, TN

Night in Farragut on Saturday

Local time

10:52 PM

EDT

Current temp

83°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

New South Memphis, TN

Night in New South Memphis on Saturday

Local time

9:52 PM

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

1 hour earlier

The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.

Temperature spread

1 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

7h on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

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

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Stones River National Battlefield

Stones River National Battlefield

National Battlefield

The Battle of Stones River began on the last day of 1862 and became one of the bloodiest conflicts of the Civil War. The battle produced important military and political gains for the Union, and it ch...

21 mi from route ~53 min detour Free near mile 144
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this 379.7-mile trip, as 97% of your journey will be on major interstates and expressways. The character of the drive is largely dictated by I-40, which forms the backbone of this route for an impressive 358.7 miles without interruption. While there might be brief transitions onto other expressways like Avron B Fogelman and W B Fowler Senior, the overall feel is one of consistent, efficient travel. This isn't a route known for winding scenic byways; rather, it's designed for covering distance quickly and directly.

97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 358.7 mi on I 40.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and Avron B Fogelman Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.7 miles in near I 40.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 379.7 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 6.7 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 161.6 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 163.7 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Farragut, TN and New South Memphis, TN, road signs point toward Memphis and Louisville.

Memphis

163.7 mi in | ~2h 59m | via I 40

Louisville

164.8 mi in | ~3h 1m | via I 40

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 7h. Total distance: 379.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

7h drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 358.7 miles on I 40. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 6.7 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 161.6 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 163.7 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes — Stones River National Battlefield. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Not recommended in a single day. At 7.0 hours each way, a round trip means 14.0 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at New South Memphis, TN before the return drive.

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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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