Spanning 260.9 miles across Tennessee, this trek from Manchester to Collierville typically takes about 4 hours and 48 minutes of driving time. Because the route is straightforward and efficient, it works perfectly as a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you prefer a slower pace. Expect to budget roughly $40 for fuel to complete the journey. You will spend your time traveling through the state’s Southeast region, moving steadily across the heart of Tennessee. It is a practical, no-nonsense drive that gets you from point A to point B with minimal complexity, making it an excellent choice for a weekend getaway or a necessary transit.
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
130.4 miles from Manchester, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 22m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 40
150.1 mi
2h 41m
Tennessee National Guard Parkway
53.7 mi
58m
I 24
35.6 mi
38m
Governor Winfield Dunn Parkway
15.4 mi
17m
TN 57
1.4 mi
3m
Woodbury Highway
1 mi
2m
Murfreesboro Highway
0.5 mi
<1m
North Main Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 150.1 mi, about 2h 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Manchester, TN and Collierville, TN.
1
Start on US 41
0.5 mi·53 sec·Murfreesboro Highway
2
Turn right onto SR 53
1.0 mi·2 min·Woodbury Highway
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·24 sec
Toward I-24 West: Nashville
4
Merge onto I 24
36 mi·38 min·I 24
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.9 mi·1 min
Exit 74AToward I 840 West: Memphis, FranklinUse the right lane.
6
Merge onto I 840
54 mi·58 min·Tennessee National Guard Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 40
150 mi·2 hr 41 min·I 40
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi·35 sec
Exit 24-25Toward I 269, TN 385: Jackson Mississippi, Collierville, Millington
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 269, TN 385
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·49 sec
Toward I 269 East, TN 385 East: Collierville
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·1 min
Exit 24AToward I 269 South: Collierville, Jackson, MississippiUse the right lane.
12
Merge onto I 269
401 ft·5 sec·Paul W Barret Parkway
13
Continue on I 269
15 mi·17 min·Governor Winfield Dunn Parkway
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward TN 57: Collierville, Piperton
15
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi·14 sec
Toward TN 57 West: ColliervilleUse the slight right lane.
16
Turn straight onto TN 57
1.4 mi·3 min·TN 57
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
17
Turn left onto North Main Street
0.2 mi·34 sec·North Main Street
18
Turn right onto North Rowlett Street
71 ft·3 sec·North Rowlett Street
19
Arrive at destination
North Rowlett Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a sub-five-hour journey, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though leaving early in the morning is always a smart way to avoid potential congestion on the interstates. Plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refuel, as the long stretches on I-40 can become monotonous if you don't break them up. Keep your $40 fuel budget in mind when selecting your rest areas, as prices can fluctuate significantly between rural exits and metropolitan hubs. Given that the vast majority of your time is spent on high-speed highways, ensure your vehicle is prepared for sustained interstate speeds before you head out. A quick check of traffic conditions on I-40 before you leave Manchester will help you navigate the route with confidence.
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 130.4 miles from Manchester, TN, or about 2h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 150.1 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 57 miles or 1h 3m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 130.4 miles or 2h 22m 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 52m
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 Manchester, 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 Manchester, TN
This is one driving day of about 260.9 miles and 4h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 57 miles from Manchester, 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 150.1 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
5 of 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 37.3 and 259.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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37.3 mi into trip|~41m in
Take the exit toward I 840 West: Memphis, Franklin
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 74A
Toward I 840 West: Memphis, Franklin
6
241.9 mi into trip|~4h 22m in
Take the exit toward I 269, TN 385: Jackson Mississippi, Collierville, Millington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 24-25
Toward I 269, TN 385: Jackson Mississippi, Coll...
6
242.2 mi into trip|~4h 23m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 269, TN 385
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 269, TN 385
9
243.2 mi into trip|~4h 25m 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...
8
259.1 mi into trip|~4h 44m 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
$40.79 one way
$81.58 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg91 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$44.78
$89.57
premium
$4.89
$50.21
$100.42
diesel
$5.61
$57.60
$115.21
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$41
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$66–$91
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 91.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
78.3
0
$27.39
$12.52
Efficient EV
65.2
0
$22.83
$10.44
EV Truck/SUV
104.4
1
$36.53
$16.70
Gas CO2
91 kg
EV CO2
31 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 20, 2026
Origin
Manchester, TN
Late night
in Manchester on Tuesday
Local time
3:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Collierville, TN
Late night
in Collierville on Tuesday
Local time
3:07 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
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
4h 48m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a dedicated highway-focused experience, as 98% of this trip is spent on major thoroughfares including I-24, the Tennessee National Guard Parkway, and I-40. The road maintains a consistent pace, characterized primarily by high-speed interstate travel rather than local winding roads. You will settle into a rhythm quickly, especially during the longest uninterrupted stretch of 150.1 miles along I-40. While the terrain remains largely consistent throughout the state, the transition between these major arteries keeps the drive moving forward efficiently. You will find that the personality of this route is defined by its speed and directness, prioritizing time-saving transit over technical maneuvering.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 150.1 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and Tennessee National Guard Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 37.3 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 260.9 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 37.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 241.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 242.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Manchester, TN and Collierville, TN, road signs point toward Franklin, Millington, Jackson and Mississippi.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 48m. Total distance: 260.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 150.1 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 37.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 241.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 242.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 4.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Collierville, TN, but most travelers stay overnight.
