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Trip from Memphis, TN to Lynchburg, 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 56m

Distance

239.4 mi

385 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$37

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min
4 AM
4h 43m ★
6 AM
4h 57m
8 AM
5h 24m
10 AM
5h 6m
12 PM
5h 3m
3 PM
5h 7m
5 PM
5h 22m
8 PM
4h 48m

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 and county seat of Shelby County, Tennessee, United States

Memphis, TN

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Downtown Lynchburg, TN, TN

Lynchburg, TN

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Trip Overview

This 239.4-mile drive from Memphis, TN, to Lynchburg, TN, is a manageable one-day trip, estimated to take about 4 hours and 56 minutes. The route primarily utilizes US 64 for an 81% highway experience, making it a straightforward journey through the Southeast region of Tennessee. With an estimated fuel cost of $37, this trip is budget-friendly for a single day. You'll encounter one significant uninterrupted stretch of 128.3 miles on US 64, so plan your stops accordingly. This highway-focused drive is perfect for those looking for an efficient way to travel between these two Tennessee cities without needing an overnight stay.

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

119.7 miles from Memphis, TN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 34m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 64 128.3 mi 2h 41m
United States Route 64 44.4 mi 50m
Wayne Road 31.1 mi 35m
I 40 20.1 mi 24m
Lynchburg Highway 8.5 mi 12m
Fayetteville Highway 3.7 mi 5m
Dexter L Woods Memorial Boulevard 0.8 mi <1m
West College Street 0.7 mi <1m
Longest stretch: US 64 — 128.3 mi, about 2h 41m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Memphis, TN and Lynchburg, TN.

1

Start on Poplar Avenue

190 ft · 11 sec · Poplar Avenue
2

Turn left onto North B. B. King Boulevard

0.2 mi · 33 sec · North B. B. King Boulevard
Use the left lane.
3

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 13 sec
Toward I 40 East Use the right lane.
4

Merge onto I 40

12 mi · 14 min · I 40
Use the straight lane.
5

Keep slight left at fork onto I 40

8.1 mi · 9 min · I 40
Toward I 40 East: Nashville, Knoxville Use the slight left / straight lanes.
6

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 23 sec
Exit 18 Toward US 64: Somerville, Bolivar Use the slight right lane.
7

Keep slight right at fork

518 ft · 12 sec
Toward US 64 East: Somerville, Bolivar, Oakland, Lakeland Use the left / right lanes.
8

Merge onto US 64

73 mi · 1 hr 30 min · US 64
Use the left lane.
9

Turn left onto US 64

20 mi · 30 min · US 64
Use the left lane.
10

Turn right onto Water Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · Water Street
11

Turn left onto TN 128

344 ft · 12 sec · Pickwick Street South
12

Turn right onto US 64; SR 69; SR 128

0.1 mi · 20 sec · Main Street
13

Continue on US 64; SR 128

31 mi · 35 min · Wayne Road
14

Continue on US 64

0.8 mi · 52 sec · Dexter L Woods Memorial Boulevard
15

Continue on US 64

44 mi · 50 min · United States Route 64
16

Continue on US 64

0.7 mi · 48 sec · West College Street
17

Continue on US 64

35 mi · 40 min · US 64
18

Turn left onto TN 50

8.5 mi · 12 min · Lynchburg Highway
19

Continue on SR 50

3.7 mi · 5 min · Fayetteville Highway
20

Continue on SR 55

0.6 mi · 55 sec · Majors Boulevard
21

Turn right onto Hiles Street

77 ft · 2 sec · Hiles Street
22

Arrive at destination

Hiles Street

Trip Plan

Given the 4-hour 56-minute duration, this trip is comfortably achievable in a single day, so you have flexibility with your departure time. Aim to leave Memphis in the morning to maximize daylight and allow for one planned stop, as indicated by the data. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before embarking on the longest stretch of 128.3 miles on US 64. While the estimated fuel cost is $37, it's always wise to fill up before you leave Memphis or at a major junction. This direct route, mainly on US 64, means rest areas are likely to be found at regular intervals on the highway.

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 119.7 miles from Memphis, TN, or about 2h 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 128.3 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 53 miles or 1h 6m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 119.7 miles or 2h 34m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 2m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lynchburg, TN than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Memphis, 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 Memphis, TN

This is one driving day of about 239.4 miles and 4h 56m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 53 miles from Memphis, 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 US 64 for about 128.3 miles.

Where to Stop

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

town in Hawkins County, Tennessee, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Mount Carmel, TN

120 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

Somerville, TN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 53 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Mount Carmel, TN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 119.7 miles from Memphis, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 64 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 128.3 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 start, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 17.1

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+19015523136

Visit website

Top Coffee Stop

Crazy Gander Coffee Company

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Memphis, Tennessee

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+19015523852

Visit website

Carriage House Coffee Bolivar

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Bolivar, Tennessee

0.6 mi

SHEGER ETHIOPIAN RESTAURANT& GROCERY

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 17.1

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+19015523136

Visit website

IHOP

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour Inexpensiv mile 17.1

Cordova, Tennessee

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+19017566488

Visit website

Marco's Pizza

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 17.1

Bartlett, Tennessee

Hours: 10 am–11 pm

+19012664676

Visit website

Crazy Gander Coffee Company

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+19015523852

Visit website

Carriage House Coffee Bolivar

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 68.4

Bolivar, Tennessee

Hours: 6 am–4 pm

+17314031840

J Brooks Coffee Roasters

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 17.1

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: 8:30 am–4:30 pm

+19016265848

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

IKEA Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 17.1

Cordova, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 17.1

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 17.1

Cordova, Tennessee

Electrify America Charging Station

3.2 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 17.1

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 17.1

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+18668167584

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 0 and 20.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | North B. B. King Boulevard

Turn left onto North B. B. King Boulevard

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
8
0.3 mi into trip | ~0m in

Take the ramp toward I 40 East

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Toward I 40 East
8
12.3 mi into trip | ~15m in | I 40

Keep slight left at fork onto I 40 toward I 40 East: Nashville, Knoxville

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / straight lanes. Toward I 40 East: Nashville, Knoxville
8
20.5 mi into trip | ~25m in

Take the exit toward US 64: Somerville, Bolivar

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 18 Toward US 64: Somerville, Bolivar
9
20.6 mi into trip | ~25m in

Keep slight right at fork toward US 64 East: Somerville, Bolivar, Oakland, Lakeland

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the left / right lanes. Toward US 64 East: Somerville, Bolivar, Oakland...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$37.43 one way

$74.85 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 84 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $41.09 $82.19
premium $4.89 $46.07 $92.14
diesel $5.61 $52.86 $105.71

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$37

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$62–$87

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 83.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 71.8 0 $25.14 $11.49
Efficient EV 59.9 0 $20.95 $9.58
EV Truck/SUV 95.8 1 $33.52 $15.32

Gas CO2

84 kg

EV CO2

28 kg (67% 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 15, 2026

Origin

Memphis, TN

Late night in Memphis on Sunday

Local time

2:49 AM

CDT

Current temp

57°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Lynchburg, TN

Late night in Lynchburg on Sunday

Local time

2:49 AM

CDT

Current temp

83°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

26 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 56m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this 239.4-mile journey, with 81% of the route on high-speed roads like US 64. You'll experience a significant stretch of 128.3 miles on US 64 without interruption, which means you can maintain a good pace. While predominantly highway, the use of roads like Wayne Road indicates some transitions might occur. This route offers a consistent driving experience, ideal for covering ground efficiently rather than seeking out winding scenic byways. It’s a direct path that prioritizes getting you to your destination with minimal detours.

81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 128.3 mi on US 64.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 64 and United States Route 64. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North B. B. King Boulevard.

Driving Effort 7/10

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 239.4 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: near the start (North B. B. King Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 12.3 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. 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 Memphis, TN and Lynchburg, TN, road signs point toward Knoxville, Bolivar, Oakland and Lakeland.

Knoxville

12.3 mi in | ~15m | via I 40

Bolivar

20.5 mi in | ~25m

Oakland

20.6 mi in | ~25m

Lakeland

20.6 mi in | ~25m

About the Cities

Starting in Memphis, TN

Full guide →

Memphis is the second largest city in the state of Tennessee, after Nashville. The state rests in the southeastern portion of the United States. Memphis, with a population of more than 651,000 (2019), is also the county seat for Shelby County. The city's claims to fame include Graceland, the mansion Elvis Presley lived in during his later years. Perhaps more importantly, Memphis is considered by many to be the home of blues music.

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 56m. Total distance: 239.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 128.3 miles on US 64. 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 Lynchburg, 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: near the start (North B. B. King Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 12.3 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Possible but tiring. At 4.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Lynchburg, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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