Memphis to Winchester is 257 miles and takes about 5 hours 12 minutes via US 64, with a fuel budget near $40 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Tennessee, moving from the western part of the state to the eastern side. You'll find this drive is mostly highway, making it a straightforward option for a single-day trip. It's a practical choice if you're looking for an efficient way to cover ground without too many detours.
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
128.5 miles from Memphis, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 44m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 64
156.9 mi
3h 14m
United States Route 64
44.4 mi
50m
Wayne Road
31.1 mi
35m
I 40
20.1 mi
24m
David Crockett Highway
1.1 mi
1m
Dexter L Woods Memorial Boulevard
0.8 mi
<1m
West College Street
0.7 mi
<1m
Water Street
0.4 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
US 64
— 156.9 mi, about 3h 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Memphis, TN and Winchester, 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 EastUse 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, KnoxvilleUse the slight left / straight lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi·23 sec
Exit 18Toward US 64: Somerville, BolivarUse the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork
518 ft·12 sec
Toward US 64 East: Somerville, Bolivar, Oakland, LakelandUse 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
64 mi·1 hr 13 min·US 64
18
Turn left onto TN 16
0.2 mi·21 sec·Rowe Gap Road
19
Enter roundabout onto US 64 Business
35 ft·0 sec·David Crockett Highway
20
Continue on US 64 Business
1.1 mi·1 min·David Crockett Highway
21
Turn slight right onto US 64 Business
0.4 mi·29 sec·1st Avenue Southwest
22
Take the exit onto US 41A; US 64 Business; SR 50
207 ft·6 sec·South College Street
23
Turn left onto US 41A; US 64 Business; SR 50
183 ft·5 sec·1st Avenue Northeast
24
Turn left onto US 41A
190 ft·4 sec·South Jefferson Street
25
Arrive at destination
US 41A
Trip Plan
Given the 5-hour duration, leaving Memphis in the morning allows ample time to reach Winchester well before evening. You'll likely only need one planned stop for gas or a break, making this a manageable drive. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach the 156.9-mile mark, as this is where the longest continuous stretch of highway ends and you'll want to be prepared for more local road navigation. The $40 fuel estimate should cover your needs, but it's always wise to have a little extra.
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 128.5 miles from Memphis, TN, or about 2h 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 156.9 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 57 miles or 1h 11m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 128.5 miles or 2h 44m 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 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Winchester, 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 257 miles and 5h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 57 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 156.9 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 0 and 20.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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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
$37.95 one way
$75.91 round trip
$3.75/gal25.4 MPG avg90 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.14
$41.90
$83.80
premium
$4.72
$47.72
$95.43
diesel
$4.80
$48.53
$97.05
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: 89.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
77.1
0
$26.99
$12.34
Efficient EV
64.3
0
$22.49
$10.28
EV Truck/SUV
102.8
1
$35.98
$16.45
Gas CO2
90 kg
EV CO2
30 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 Jul 18, 2026
Origin
Memphis, TN
Evening
in Memphis on Sunday
Local time
5:17 PM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Mostly Clear
SW 5 mph3% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Winchester, TN
Evening
in Winchester on Sunday
Local time
5:17 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Areas Of Fog
0 mph16% chanceLive 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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 12m 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?
This route is mostly highway, with 86% of the drive on higher-speed roads. You'll experience a solid stretch of cruising for 156.9 miles on US 64 before transitioning to surface roads. Expect a consistent flow of traffic and exits for a good portion of the drive.
86% 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: 156.9 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 Effort7/10
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 257 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.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
977 ft258 ft
Total Climb
1,051 ft
Total Descent
335 ft
Highest Point
977 ft
~238.7 mi in
Elevation Range
719 ft
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 Winchester, TN, road signs point toward Bolivar, Oakland and Lakeland.
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.
Top landmarks
•Graceland — mansion in Memphis, Tennessee, United States; former residence of Elvis Presley
•Blues Hall of Fame — award by Blues Foundation, since 2015 also a music museum in Memphis, Tennessee
•National Civil Rights Museum — hotel that was site of the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr., now a museum
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 12m. Total distance: 257 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 156.9 miles on US 64. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 2 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 Winchester, 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. There are 2 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
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.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.2 hours each way, a round trip means 10.4 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Winchester, TN before the return drive.
