Maynardville, TN to New South Memphis, TN is 415.7 miles and takes about 7h 49m via I 40, with a fuel budget near $73 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Tennessee, moving from the Southeast region to another part of the Southeast. Given that 91% of the drive is on the highway, expect a relatively straightforward trip focused on covering distance efficiently. The main road, I 40, is a major interstate that will likely feel familiar and easy to navigate for most drivers. Planning for this one-day drive means you can be flexible with your departure time.
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
207.9 miles from Maynardville, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 57m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 40
370.9 mi
6h 43m
Maynardville Pike
8.7 mi
13m
Maynardville Highway
8.2 mi
12m
Knoxville Bypass
5.7 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
North Broadway
2.4 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 370.9 mi, about 6h 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maynardville, TN and New South Memphis, TN.
1
Start on Main Street
157 ft·6 sec·Main Street
2
Turn right onto Mulberry Avenue
0.1 mi·29 sec·Mulberry Avenue
3
Turn left onto SR 33; SR 61
2.8 mi·4 min·Maynardville Highway
4
Continue on SR 33; SR 61; SR 144
0.3 mi·27 sec·Main Street
5
Continue on SR 33; SR 61
5.4 mi·8 min·Maynardville Highway
6
Continue on SR 33
8.7 mi·13 min·Maynardville Pike
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on US 441
2.4 mi·4 min·North Broadway
8
Take the ramp
0.8 mi·58 sec
9
Merge onto I 640; US 25W
5.7 mi·6 min·Knoxville Bypass
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 40; I 75
17 mi·19 min·I 40; I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40
155 mi·2 hr 46 min·I 40
Toward NashvilleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
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.
13
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.
14
Merge onto I 40
0.6 mi·52 sec·Downtown Loop
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
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.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40
197 mi·3 hr 33 min·I 40
Toward I 40 West: MemphisUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
17
Continue on Sam Cooper Boulevard
1.6 mi·2 min·Sam Cooper Boulevard
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi·34 sec
Exit 9Toward Perkins RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Turn left onto North Perkins Road
1.1 mi·1 min·North Perkins Road
20
Continue on Perkins Extended
1.3 mi·2 min·Perkins Extended
21
Continue on South Perkins Road
2.3 mi·3 min·South Perkins Road
Use the straight lane.
22
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·40 sec
Toward I 240 West
23
Merge onto I 240
4.5 mi·6 min·Avron B Fogelman Expressway
Use the straight lane.
24
Continue on I 240
3.7 mi·5 min·W B Fowler Senior Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Take the exit
0.1 mi·13 sec
Exit 7Toward US 61: Vicksburg, Third StreetUse the slight right lane.
26
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·29 sec
Toward US 61 North: Third StreetUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
27
Turn straight onto US 61
0.4 mi·36 sec·South Third Street
28
Arrive at destination
US 61
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable one-day drive of under 8 hours, you have the flexibility to leave whenever is most convenient for you. Consider an early start to maximize daylight and arrive before evening. With 2 planned stops and a longest stretch of 370.9 miles on I 40, factor in time for fuel and a quick break during that long highway segment. The estimated fuel cost is $73, so ensure you have a comfortable budget for gas. Pay attention to the transition from highway to surface roads as you approach New South Memphis, as this is where navigation might become a bit more intricate.
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 207.9 miles from Maynardville, TN, or about 3h 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 370.9 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 91 miles or 1h 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 207.9 miles or 3h 57m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New South Memphis, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Maynardville, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
+
Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Maynardville, TN
This is one driving day of about 415.7 miles and 7h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 91 miles from Maynardville, 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 370.9 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 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 42.8 and 415.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
42.8 mi into trip|~58m 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
197.6 mi into trip|~3h 44m 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
199.7 mi into trip|~3h 47m 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
415 mi into trip|~7h 48m 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
415.1 mi into trip|~7h 48m 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
$61.39 one way
$122.78 round trip
$3.75/gal25.4 MPG avg145 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.14
$67.77
$135.54
premium
$4.72
$77.18
$154.37
diesel
$4.80
$78.49
$156.98
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$61
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$86–$111
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 145.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $44 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
124.7
1
$43.65
$19.95
Efficient EV
103.9
1
$36.37
$16.63
EV Truck/SUV
166.3
2
$58.20
$26.60
Gas CO2
145 kg
EV CO2
49 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 Jul 17, 2026
Origin
Maynardville, TN
Night
in Maynardville on Saturday
Local time
9:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Partly Cloudy
0 mph6% chanceLive forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 16 at 8:29PM CDT until July 16 at 10:30PM CDT by NWS Nashville TN
Destination
New South Memphis, TN
Evening
in New South Memphis on Saturday
Local time
8:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Mostly Clear
WSW 0 to 5 mph6% chanceLive forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 16 at 8:29PM CDT until July 16 at 10:30PM CDT by NWS Nashville TN
85°F
Lafayette, TN
208 mi in
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 49m 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
~52 min detour
Free
near mile 186.3
Cumberland Gap was the first great gateway to the west. Come follow the path of bison, Native Americans, longhunters, and pioneers. Walk where 300,000 people crossed the Appalachians to settle America...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway, with 91% of the 415.7 miles spent on major interstates like I 40. You'll experience a significant stretch of 370.9 miles on I 40, which means you'll encounter many exits and potentially some merging traffic as you pass through towns and cities along the way. The transition to surface roads will occur for the remaining portion of the trip, likely closer to your destination in New South Memphis.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 370.9 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and Maynardville Pike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 42.8 miles in near I 40.
Driving Effort9/10
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 16 significant decision points across 415.7 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 42.8 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 197.6 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 199.7 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,860 ft260 ft
Total Climb
1,575 ft
Total Descent
2,521 ft
Highest Point
1,860 ft
~89.1 mi in
Elevation Range
1,600 ft
Notable High Points
1,860 ft at ~89.1 miles+860 ft prominence
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Maynardville, TN and New South Memphis, TN, road signs point toward Nashville, Memphis and Louisville.
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 49m. Total distance: 415.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 49m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 370.9 miles on I 40. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 40 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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. There are 40 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 42.8 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 197.6 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 199.7 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Stones River National Battlefield and Cumberland Gap National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.8 hours each way, a round trip means 15.6 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.
