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Trip from Luttrell, 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 8m

Distance

377.1 mi

607 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$59

one way

EV Charging

Good

5 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 33 min
4 AM
6h 58m ★
6 AM
7h 9m
8 AM
7h 31m
10 AM
7h 16m
12 PM
7h 14m
3 PM
7h 18m
5 PM
7h 30m
8 PM
7h 2m

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

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Downtown Luttrell, TN, TN

Luttrell, TN

Kelly

Downtown New South Memphis, TN, TN

New South Memphis, TN

Dee Hunna

Trip Overview

This 377.1-mile journey from Luttrell, TN, to New South Memphis, TN, is a substantial drive, estimated to take around 7 hours and 8 minutes of pure travel time. Primarily following I-40, with brief stretches on Sweetwater Road and Loudon Highway, this route is heavily highway-focused, making it feasible as a single-day trip if you're up for it. With an estimated fuel cost of $59, it's an economical way to cover ground. The drive stays within the Southeast region, offering a consistent feel throughout. Plan for about 2 stops along the way to break up the journey and stay refreshed.

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

188.6 miles from Luttrell, TN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 38m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 40 338.6 mi 6h 7m
Sweetwater Road 6.2 mi 11m
Loudon Highway 5.4 mi 8m
Decatur Highway 4.6 mi 6m
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
Longest stretch: I 40 — 338.6 mi, about 6h 7m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Stockton Valley Road

267 ft · 15 sec · Stockton Valley Road
2

Turn right onto SR 322

1.1 mi · 1 min · Oakland Road
3

Continue on SR 322

6.2 mi · 11 min · Sweetwater Road
4

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
6

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 213B Toward I 24 West, I 40 West: Nashville Use 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, Memphis Use 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 210A Toward I 40 West, I 65 North: Memphis, Louisville Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

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.
14

Continue on Sam Cooper Boulevard

1.6 mi · 2 min · Sam Cooper Boulevard
15

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 34 sec
Exit 9 Toward Perkins Road Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Turn left onto North Perkins Road

1.1 mi · 1 min · North Perkins Road
17

Continue on Perkins Extended

1.3 mi · 2 min · Perkins Extended
18

Continue on South Perkins Road

2.3 mi · 3 min · South Perkins Road
Use the straight lane.
19

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 40 sec
Toward I 240 West
20

Merge onto I 240

4.5 mi · 6 min · Avron B Fogelman Expressway
Use the straight lane.
21

Continue on I 240

3.7 mi · 5 min · W B Fowler Senior Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 13 sec
Exit 7 Toward US 61: Vicksburg, Third Street Use the slight right lane.
23

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 29 sec
Toward US 61 North: Third Street Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
24

Turn straight onto US 61

0.4 mi · 36 sec · South Third Street
25

Arrive at destination

US 61

Trip Plan

Given the 7-hour duration, an early morning departure from Luttrell is recommended to maximize daylight and arrive in New South Memphis at a reasonable hour. While this route is manageable in one day, consider breaking it up if you prefer a more relaxed pace, perhaps with a stop around the halfway point. With only 2 recommended stops, be strategic about when you refuel and take breaks, especially before embarking on the longest 338.6-mile stretch on I-40. Keeping your fuel tank topped off is advisable, as services can be more spread out on longer interstate segments.

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 188.6 miles from Luttrell, TN, or about 3h 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 338.6 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 83 miles or 1h 42m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 188.6 miles or 3h 38m 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 57m

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 Luttrell, 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 Luttrell, TN

This is one driving day of about 377.1 miles and 7h 8m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 83 miles from Luttrell, 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 338.6 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

189 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 83 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Franklin, TN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 188.6 miles from Luttrell, 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 338.6 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, ~11 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 296.3

Jackson, Tennessee

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+19012203010

Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 296.3

Jackson, Tennessee

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+17317362362

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 377.1

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 377.1

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 377.1

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 350.2

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 377.1

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

InCharge Energy Charging Station

Near the end, ~12 min detour

5 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 350.2

Bartlett, Tennessee

+18333994638

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 159 and 376.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

9
159 mi into trip | ~3h 4m 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
161.2 mi into trip | ~3h 7m 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
164.5 mi into trip | ~3h 12m 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
376.4 mi into trip | ~7h 7m 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
376.5 mi into trip | ~7h 7m 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

$58.96 one way

$117.91 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 132 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $64.73 $129.46
premium $4.89 $72.57 $145.14
diesel $5.61 $83.26 $166.52

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: 131.9 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 113.1 1 $39.60 $18.10
Efficient EV 94.3 1 $33.00 $15.08
EV Truck/SUV 150.8 1 $52.79 $24.13

Gas CO2

132 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 15, 2026

Origin

Luttrell, TN

Night in Luttrell on Saturday

Local time

10:53 PM

EDT

Current temp

47°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

New South Memphis, TN

Night in New South Memphis on Saturday

Local time

9:53 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

35 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

7h 8m 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 ~52 min detour Free near mile 143
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, with 92% of the drive utilizing major roadways like I-40. This means you'll be covering a lot of ground efficiently, especially during the longest uninterrupted stretch of 338.6 miles on I-40. While the majority of the route is designed for speed, you'll encounter brief transitions onto Sweetwater Road and Loudon Highway, offering small changes in scenery and pace before returning to the interstate. The character of the drive is largely about covering distance with minimal interruption.

92% 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: 338.6 mi on I 40.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and Sweetwater Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 159 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 377.1 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 159 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 161.2 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 164.5 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 Luttrell, TN and New South Memphis, TN, road signs point toward Memphis and Louisville.

Memphis

161.2 mi in | ~3h 7m | via I 40

Louisville

162.2 mi in | ~3h 8m | via I 40

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 8m. Total distance: 377.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

7h 8m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 338.6 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 159 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 161.2 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 164.5 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 7.1 hours each way, a round trip means 14.3 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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