New South Memphis, TN to Brighton, TN is 237.7 miles and takes about 4h 57m via US 64, with a fuel budget near $42 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Southeast region, primarily in Tennessee, offering a straightforward trip. With a highway share of 79%, you'll spend most of your time on faster roads. Considering the duration and fuel cost, it's a practical option for a single-day excursion. Plan for a relatively quick transit between these two points with minimal complexity.
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
118.8 miles from New South Memphis, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 38m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 64
136.9 mi
2h 51m
United States Route 64
44.4 mi
50m
Wayne Road
31.1 mi
35m
Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
6.8 mi
7m
Sam Cooper Boulevard
6.1 mi
9m
South Parkway East
4.4 mi
7m
East Parkway South
2.3 mi
3m
South Third Street
1.4 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
US 64
— 136.9 mi, about 2h 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New South Memphis, TN and Brighton, TN.
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Start on US 61
1.4 mi·2 min·South Third Street
2
Turn right onto South Parkway East
1.4 mi·2 min·South Parkway East
3
Continue on South Parkway East
2.7 mi·4 min·South Parkway East
4
Continue on South Parkway East
0.4 mi·40 sec·South Parkway East
Use the right lane.
5
Continue on SR 277
2.3 mi·3 min·East Parkway South
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Turn right onto Sam Cooper Boulevard
6.1 mi·9 min·Sam Cooper Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on I 40
6.8 mi·7 min·Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi·23 sec
Exit 18Toward US 64: Somerville, BolivarUse the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork
518 ft·12 sec
Toward US 64 East: Somerville, Bolivar, Oakland, LakelandUse the left / right lanes.
10
Merge onto US 64
73 mi·1 hr 30 min·US 64
Use the left lane.
11
Turn left onto US 64
20 mi·30 min·US 64
Use the left lane.
12
Turn right onto Water Street
0.4 mi·1 min·Water Street
13
Turn left onto TN 128
344 ft·12 sec·Pickwick Street South
14
Turn right onto US 64; SR 69; SR 128
0.1 mi·20 sec·Main Street
15
Continue on US 64; SR 128
31 mi·35 min·Wayne Road
16
Continue on US 64
0.8 mi·52 sec·Dexter L Woods Memorial Boulevard
17
Continue on US 64
44 mi·50 min·United States Route 64
18
Continue on US 64
0.7 mi·48 sec·West College Street
19
Continue on US 64
44 mi·50 min·US 64
20
Turn right onto SR 275
0.5 mi·54 sec·Flintville Road
21
Turn right onto Howell Hill Road
1.4 mi·3 min·Howell Hill Road
22
Arrive at destination
Howell Hill Road
Trip Plan
For this 4-hour, 57-minute drive, leaving in the morning will give you plenty of daylight to complete the trip. The fuel cost is estimated at $42, so ensure your tank is full before departing New South Memphis. With only one recommended stop and a longest stretch of 136.9 miles on US 64, you can easily manage this as a single-day trip. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as highway services can be spread out, especially during the longer stretches on US 64.
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 118.8 miles from New South Memphis, TN, or about 2h 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 136.9 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 52 miles or 1h 9m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 118.8 miles or 2h 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 4h 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brighton, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving New South 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 New South Memphis, TN
This is one driving day of about 237.7 miles and 4h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 52 miles from New South 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 136.9 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 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.4 and 21.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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1.4 mi into trip|~2m in|South Parkway East
Turn right onto South Parkway East
Navigation decision point
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8.2 mi into trip|~13m in|Sam Cooper Boulevard
Turn right onto Sam Cooper Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
21 mi into trip|~30m 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
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21.2 mi into trip|~31m 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...
5
21.3 mi into trip|~31m in|US 64
Merge onto US 64
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$39.52 one way
$79.04 round trip
$4.22/gal25.4 MPG avg83 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.60
$43.05
$86.10
premium
$5.18
$48.50
$97.01
diesel
$5.35
$50.07
$100.13
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$40
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$65–$90
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 83.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
71.3
0
$24.96
$11.41
Efficient EV
59.4
0
$20.80
$9.51
EV Truck/SUV
95.1
1
$33.28
$15.21
Gas CO2
83 kg
EV CO2
28 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 Jun 1, 2026
Origin
New South Memphis, TN
Afternoon
in New South Memphis on Wednesday
Local time
3:03 PM
CDT
Current temp
92°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
W 5 mph55% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued June 1 at 11:26AM CDT until June 1 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Memphis TN
Destination
Brighton, TN
Afternoon
in Brighton on Wednesday
Local time
3:03 PM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
NW 0 to 5 mph80% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued June 1 at 11:26AM CDT until June 1 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Memphis TN
88°F
Olivet, TN
119 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
10 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
4h 57m 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 predominantly highway, with 79% of the drive taking place on faster roads like US 64. You'll encounter a significant stretch of uninterrupted driving for 136.9 miles on US 64. After this long segment, the road will transition to surface roads, likely indicated by more frequent exits and a change in speed limits. Expect a mix of cruising and more local traffic as you approach your destination.
79% 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: 136.9 mi on US 64.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 64 and United States Route 64. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.4 miles in near South Parkway East.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 237.7 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles (South Parkway East): Navigation decision point; at 8.2 miles (Sam Cooper Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 21 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
949 ft260 ft
Total Climb
1,058 ft
Total Descent
370 ft
Highest Point
949 ft
~237.7 mi in
Elevation Range
689 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between New South Memphis, TN and Brighton, TN, road signs point toward Bolivar, Oakland and Lakeland.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 57m. Total distance: 237.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 136.9 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.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles (South Parkway East): Navigation decision point; at 8.2 miles (Sam Cooper Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 21 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 5.0 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 Brighton, TN, but most travelers stay overnight.
