Spanning 364.4 miles across Tennessee, this trek from Johnson City to Collierville typically takes about 6 hours and 57 minutes of drive time. Because it is a highway-focused route, you can comfortably complete the journey in a single day, though be prepared for a significant amount of time behind the wheel. You will primarily utilize I-40, along with segments of the Governor Winfield Dunn Parkway and Loudon Highway, to traverse the state from the Southeast region. Expect to spend roughly $55 on fuel for the trip, depending on your vehicle's efficiency. While the drive is straightforward, the duration makes it a full day of travel, so plan your departures accordingly to avoid fatigue.
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
182.2 miles from Johnson, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 35m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 40
323.9 mi
5h 50m
Governor Winfield Dunn Parkway
15.4 mi
17m
Loudon Highway
5.4 mi
8m
Decatur Highway
4.6 mi
6m
Sweetwater Road
3.6 mi
6m
Downtown Loop
2.9 mi
3m
Johnson Valley Road
2.5 mi
9m
South Kentucky Street
2.2 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 323.9 mi, about 5h 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Johnson, TN and Collierville, TN.
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Start on Raby Town Road
135 ft·6 sec·Raby Town Road
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Continue on Johnson Valley Road
2.5 mi·9 min·Johnson Valley Road
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At end of road, turn left onto SR 322
3.6 mi·6 min·Sweetwater Road
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At end of road, turn left onto SR 72
5.4 mi·8 min·Loudon Highway
5
At end of road, turn right onto SR 58
4.6 mi·6 min·Decatur Highway
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Continue on SR 58
2.2 mi·5 min·South Kentucky Street
7
Turn left
0.3 mi·43 sec
8
Merge onto I 40
139 mi·2 hr 29 min·I 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40
2.1 mi·3 min·I 40
Exit 213BToward I 24 West, I 40 West: NashvilleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40
0.4 mi·42 sec·I 40
Toward I 40 West: Huntsville, MemphisUse the slight left lane.
11
Merge onto I 40
0.6 mi·52 sec·Downtown Loop
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on I 40
2.3 mi·3 min·Downtown Loop
Exit 210AToward I 40 West, I 65 North: Memphis, LouisvilleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40
182 mi·3 hr 16 min·I 40
Toward I 40 West: MemphisUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi·35 sec
Exit 24-25Toward I 269, TN 385: Jackson Mississippi, Collierville, Millington
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Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 269, TN 385
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·49 sec
Toward I 269 East, TN 385 East: Collierville
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·1 min
Exit 24AToward I 269 South: Collierville, Jackson, MississippiUse the right lane.
18
Merge onto I 269
401 ft·5 sec·Paul W Barret Parkway
19
Continue on I 269
15 mi·17 min·Governor Winfield Dunn Parkway
20
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward TN 57: Collierville, Piperton
21
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi·14 sec
Toward TN 57 West: ColliervilleUse the slight right lane.
22
Turn straight onto TN 57
1.4 mi·3 min·TN 57
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
23
Turn left onto North Main Street
0.2 mi·34 sec·North Main Street
24
Turn right onto North Rowlett Street
71 ft·3 sec·North Rowlett Street
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Arrive at destination
North Rowlett Street
Trip Plan
To keep your energy levels steady, plan for at least one dedicated stop along the way to break up the nearly seven-hour duration. Since the longest stretch covers 323.9 miles, you should top off your tank before hitting the interstate to make the most of your $55 fuel budget. Leaving early in the morning is your best strategy to avoid mid-day traffic congestion and ensure you reach Collierville before nightfall. Because this is a long, single-day endeavor, remain mindful of the 364.4-mile distance and prioritize regular breaks to stay alert during the extended time on I-40. Flexibility is a major advantage here, so monitor traffic reports near the major urban centers along your path to adjust your timing as needed.
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 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 182.2 miles from Johnson, TN, or about 3h 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 323.9 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 80 miles or 1h 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 182.2 miles or 3h 35m 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 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Collierville, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Johnson, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Johnson, TN
This is one driving day of about 364.4 miles and 6h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Johnson, 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 323.9 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
5 of 20
5 decision points cluster between mile 157.8 and 362.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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157.8 mi into trip|~3h 7m 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
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159.9 mi into trip|~3h 10m 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
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163.3 mi into trip|~3h 15m in|I 40
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40 toward I 40 West: Memphis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 40 West: Memphis
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346.7 mi into trip|~6h 34m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 269 South: Collierville, Jackson, Mississippi
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 24A
Toward I 269 South: Collierville, Jackson, Miss...
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362.7 mi into trip|~6h 53m in
Keep slight right at fork toward TN 57 West: Collierville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward TN 57 West: Collierville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$56.97 one way
$113.94 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg128 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$62.55
$125.10
premium
$4.89
$70.13
$140.25
diesel
$5.61
$80.45
$160.91
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$57
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$82–$107
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 127.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $38 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
109.3
1
$38.26
$17.49
Efficient EV
91.1
1
$31.88
$14.58
EV Truck/SUV
145.8
1
$51.02
$23.32
Gas CO2
127 kg
EV CO2
43 kg (66% 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 20, 2026
Origin
Johnson, TN
Late night
in Johnson on Tuesday
Local time
5:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Collierville, TN
Late night
in Collierville on Tuesday
Local time
4:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
81°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
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
6h 57m 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
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
~54 min detour
Free
near mile 138.2
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is defined by its heavy reliance on major infrastructure, with 93% of your travel occurring on highways. You will spend the vast majority of your time on I-40, which accounts for a single, uninterrupted stretch of 323.9 miles. Because the route is so highway-focused, you should anticipate a consistent, fast-paced rhythm rather than frequent turns or technical maneuvers. The transitions between the interstate and the secondary highways, such as the Governor Winfield Dunn Parkway, offer the only real shifts in the road's personality. Overall, it is a utilitarian drive that prioritizes efficiency and directness over winding scenic detours.
93% 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: 323.9 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and Governor Winfield Dunn Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 157.8 miles in near I 40.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 364.4 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 157.8 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 159.9 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 163.3 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
Between Johnson, TN and Collierville, TN, road signs point toward Memphis, Louisville and Millington.
Memphis
159.9 mi in|~3h 10m|via I 40
Louisville
161 mi in|~3h 12m|via I 40
Millington
345.5 mi in|~6h 31m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 57m. Total distance: 364.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 57m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 323.9 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 Collierville, 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 157.8 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 159.9 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 163.3 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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 13.9 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Collierville, TN before the return drive.
