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Trip from Lebanon, 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

4h 34m

Distance

244.5 mi

393 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$38

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min
4 AM
4h 21m ★
6 AM
4h 35m
8 AM
5h 2m
10 AM
4h 44m
12 PM
4h 41m
3 PM
4h 45m
5 PM
5h 0m
8 PM
4h 27m

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

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city in Wilson County, Tennessee, United States

Lebanon, TN

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Downtown New South Memphis, TN, TN

New South Memphis, TN

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Trip Overview

This 244.5-mile drive from Lebanon, TN, to New South Memphis, TN, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 4 hours and 34 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-40, the Avron B Fogelman Expressway, and the W B Fowler Senior Expressway, this trip is almost entirely highway travel. With a projected fuel cost of around $38, it's an efficient journey through the heart of Tennessee. You'll spend most of your time on major interstates, making it a straightforward transit between two points within the Southeast region. This route is ideal if you're looking for a direct and relatively quick trip without needing an overnight stop.

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

122.2 miles from Lebanon, TN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 16m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 40 223.8 mi 4h 3m
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
South Cumberland Street 1.8 mi 3m
Sam Cooper Boulevard 1.6 mi 2m
Perkins Extended 1.3 mi 2m
Longest stretch: I 40 — 223.8 mi, about 4h 3m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on US 231; US 70 Business

164 ft · 2 sec · Public Square
2

Continue on US 231

1.8 mi · 3 min · South Cumberland Street
3

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 21 sec
Toward I 40 West: Nashville
4

Merge onto I 40

24 mi · 26 min · I 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5

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.
6

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.
7

Merge onto I 40

0.6 mi · 52 sec · Downtown Loop
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

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.
9

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.
10

Continue on Sam Cooper Boulevard

1.6 mi · 2 min · Sam Cooper Boulevard
11

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 34 sec
Exit 9 Toward Perkins Road Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Turn left onto North Perkins Road

1.1 mi · 1 min · North Perkins Road
13

Continue on Perkins Extended

1.3 mi · 2 min · Perkins Extended
14

Continue on South Perkins Road

2.3 mi · 3 min · South Perkins Road
Use the straight lane.
15

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 40 sec
Toward I 240 West
16

Merge onto I 240

4.5 mi · 6 min · Avron B Fogelman Expressway
Use the straight lane.
17

Continue on I 240

3.7 mi · 5 min · W B Fowler Senior Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 13 sec
Exit 7 Toward US 61: Vicksburg, Third Street Use the slight right lane.
19

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 29 sec
Toward US 61 North: Third Street Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
20

Turn straight onto US 61

0.4 mi · 36 sec · South Third Street
21

Arrive at destination

US 61

Trip Plan

For this 4-hour and 34-minute drive, leaving early in the morning can help you avoid any potential traffic as you approach Memphis. Since it's a single-day trip covering 244.5 miles, you'll likely only need one significant stop, perhaps around the halfway point, to refuel and stretch. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the long 223.8-mile stretch on I-40, as services can be spaced out. The $38 fuel cost is a good estimate, but always budget a little extra for unexpected needs. Given the predominantly highway nature, maintaining a steady speed will help you reach New South Memphis efficiently.

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 122.2 miles from Lebanon, TN, or about 2h 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 223.8 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 54 miles or 1h 2m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 122.2 miles or 2h 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 3h 40m

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 Lebanon, 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 Lebanon, TN

This is one driving day of about 244.5 miles and 4h 34m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 54 miles from Lebanon, 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 223.8 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Tennessee, USA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Dickson, TN

122 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

Nashville, TN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 54 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Dickson, TN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 122.2 miles from Lebanon, 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 223.8 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.

Top Restaurant

SHEGER ETHIOPIAN RESTAURANT& GROCERY

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Memphis, Tennessee

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 227

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+19015523136

Visit website

Los Portales Mexican Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Jackson, Tennessee

1.5 mi

Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Jackson, Tennessee

2 mi

Top Coffee Stop

J Brooks Coffee Roasters

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Memphis, Tennessee

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 227

Hours: 8:30 am–4:30 pm

+19016265848

Visit website

SHEGER ETHIOPIAN RESTAURANT& GROCERY

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 227

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+19015523136

Visit website

Taco Bell

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 157.2

Jackson, Tennessee

Hours: 9 am–1 pm

+17316683353

Visit website

Los Portales Mexican Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 157.2

Jackson, Tennessee

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+17316646217

Visit website

Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 157.2

Jackson, Tennessee

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+17317362362

Visit website

Taqueria “ EL PRIMO EXPRESS”

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 157.2

Jackson, Tennessee

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+19012203010

Red Lobster

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour Moderately mile 157.2

Jackson, Tennessee

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+17316648655

Visit website

Marco's Pizza

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 227

Bartlett, Tennessee

Hours: 10 am–11 pm

+19012664676

Visit website

IHOP

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour Inexpensiv mile 227

Cordova, Tennessee

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+19017566488

Visit website

J Brooks Coffee Roasters

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 227

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: 8:30 am–4:30 pm

+19016265848

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 244.5

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+19015523852

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 227

Cordova, Tennessee

Blink Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 244.5

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

EVBOLT Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 227

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18665212658

Visit website

Nissan Charging Station

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 227

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+19013732800

Visit website

IKEA Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 227

Cordova, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 227

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 227

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 227

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 13

5 decision points cluster between mile 26.4 and 243.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

9
26.4 mi into trip | ~30m 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
28.5 mi into trip | ~33m 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
7
31.9 mi into trip | ~38m 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
8
243.7 mi into trip | ~4h 33m 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
243.9 mi into trip | ~4h 33m 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

$38.22 one way

$76.45 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 86 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $41.97 $83.94
premium $4.89 $47.05 $94.10
diesel $5.61 $53.98 $107.97

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$38

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$63–$88

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 85.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 73.4 0 $25.67 $11.74
Efficient EV 61.1 0 $21.39 $9.78
EV Truck/SUV 97.8 1 $34.23 $15.65

Gas CO2

86 kg

EV CO2

29 kg (66% 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 Apr 17, 2026

Origin

Lebanon, TN

Late night in Lebanon on Sunday

Local time

5:27 AM

CDT

Current temp

57°F

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Patchy Fog

SW 0 to 5 mph 35% chance Live forecast

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 16 at 8:50PM CDT until April 16 at 9:30PM CDT by NWS Memphis TN

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 8:38PM CDT by NWS Nashville TN

Destination

New South Memphis, TN

Late night in New South Memphis on Sunday

Local time

5:27 AM

CDT

Current temp

66°F

Partly Cloudy

SSE 5 mph 12% chance Live forecast

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 16 at 8:50PM CDT until April 16 at 9:30PM CDT by NWS Memphis TN

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 8:38PM CDT by NWS Nashville 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

9 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 34m 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.

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 8.4
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 highway-focused experience for 95% of this 244.5-mile journey. The bulk of your travel will be on I-40, which forms the longest uninterrupted stretch of 223.8 miles. This means you'll be on fast-paced, multi-lane highways for the vast majority of the drive. While it's a direct path, the consistent interstate environment can feel monotonous at times, so be prepared for a steady pace. The character of the road remains largely consistent, emphasizing efficient travel over scenic detours.

95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 223.8 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 26.4 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 13 significant decision points across 244.5 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 26.4 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 28.5 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 31.9 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 Lebanon, TN and New South Memphis, TN, road signs point toward Memphis and Louisville.

Memphis

28.5 mi in | ~33m | via I 40

Louisville

29.6 mi in | ~34m | via I 40

About the Cities

Starting in Lebanon, TN

Full guide →

Lebanon is the county seat of Wilson County, which is in Middle Tennessee.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 34m. Total distance: 244.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 34m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 223.8 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 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 26.4 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 28.5 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 31.9 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.

Possible but tiring. At 4.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.2 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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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