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Trip from New South Memphis, TN to Jackson, TN

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 46m

Distance

88.5 mi

142 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$14

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 23 min
4 AM
1h 39m ★
6 AM
1h 47m
8 AM
2h 2m
10 AM
1h 52m
12 PM
1h 51m
3 PM
1h 53m
5 PM
2h 2m
8 PM
1h 42m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown New South Memphis, TN, TN

New South Memphis, TN

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city in and county seat of Madison County, Tennessee, United States

Jackson, TN

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Trip Overview

New South Memphis, TN to Jackson, TN is 88.5 miles and takes about 1 hour 46 minutes via Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway, Sam Cooper Boulevard, and South Parkway East, with a fuel budget near $14 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Southeast region, specifically within Tennessee, making it a straightforward local trip. The profile suggests a route with many turns, indicating you'll navigate through local roads more than open highway. It's a one-day trip, so you can easily depart and arrive within the same day, with plenty of time to spare.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

44.3 miles from New South Memphis, TN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 55m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway 69.2 mi 1h 15m
Sam Cooper Boulevard 6.1 mi 9m
South Parkway East 4.4 mi 7m
US 45 Bypass 3.2 mi 4m
East Parkway South 2.3 mi 3m
South Third Street 1.4 mi 2m
Airways Boulevard 1.1 mi 1m
West Main Street 0.6 mi 1m
Longest stretch: Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway — 69.2 mi, about 1h 15m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between New South Memphis, TN and Jackson, TN.

1

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

69 mi · 1 hr 15 min · Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 31 sec
Toward Jackson Use the straight / right lanes.
9

Merge onto US 45 Bypass

3.2 mi · 4 min · US 45 Bypass
Use the straight lane.
10

Turn left onto Airways Boulevard

1.1 mi · 1 min · Airways Boulevard
11

Continue on West Main Street

0.6 mi · 1 min · West Main Street
12

Arrive at destination

East Main Street

Trip Plan

Given the relatively short 1 hour 46 minute duration and 88.5-mile distance, this trip is easily completed in a single day. You can leave anytime, but departing earlier in the day will give you more flexibility for any unexpected delays or the need to re-route due to the "turn-heavy" nature of the drive. With a fuel cost estimated at $14, it's wise to ensure you have at least half a tank before you leave New South Memphis. Since there are no designated stops in the data, keep an eye out for convenient gas stations or rest areas along the way, especially before embarking on the 69.2-mile stretch on Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 44.3 miles from New South Memphis, TN, or about 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 69.2 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 19 miles or 28m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 44.3 miles or 55m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 29m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jackson, 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.

Day 1

Settle into the route from New South Memphis, TN

This is one driving day of about 88.5 miles and 1h 46m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from New South Memphis, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway for about 69.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Tennessee, USA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Bartlett, TN

44 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.

Popular next leg

Bartlett, TN to Jackson, TN

73.1 mi · 1h 26m

Pacing Suggestions

Bartlett, TN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Oakland, TN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 44.3 miles from New South Memphis, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 69.2 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

Taqueria “ EL PRIMO EXPRESS”

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Jackson, Tennessee

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 82.2

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+19012203010

Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Jackson, Tennessee

1.6 mi

Char Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Memphis, Tennessee

2.2 mi

Top Coffee Stop

J Brooks Coffee Roasters

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Memphis, Tennessee

Near the start, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 12.6

Hours: 8:30 am–4:30 pm

+19016265848

Visit website

Taqueria “ EL PRIMO EXPRESS”

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 82.2

Jackson, Tennessee

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+19012203010

Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 82.2

Jackson, Tennessee

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+17317362362

Visit website

Char Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour Expensive mile 6.3

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+19012493533

Visit website

Red Lobster

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour Moderately mile 82.2

Jackson, Tennessee

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+17316648655

Visit website

Los Portales Mexican Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 82.2

Jackson, Tennessee

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+17316646217

Visit website

IHOP

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour Inexpensiv mile 19

Cordova, Tennessee

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+19017566488

Visit website

SHEGER ETHIOPIAN RESTAURANT& GROCERY

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 12.6

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+19015523136

Visit website

Taco Bell

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 82.2

Jackson, Tennessee

Hours: 9 am–1 pm

+17316683353

Visit website

J Brooks Coffee Roasters

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 12.6

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: 8:30 am–4:30 pm

+19016265848

Visit website

Crazy Gander Coffee Company

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

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

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+19015523852

Visit website

IKEA Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 19

Cordova, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 19

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

EVBOLT Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 12.6

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18665212658

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.2 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 19

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 6.3

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 19

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+18668167584

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 56.9

Brownsville, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 6

5 decision points cluster between mile 1.4 and 83.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
1.4 mi into trip | ~2m in | South Parkway East

Turn right onto South Parkway East

Navigation decision point

3
5.5 mi into trip | ~9m in | South Parkway East

Continue onto South Parkway East

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
4
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.
6
83.4 mi into trip | ~1h 38m in

Take the exit toward Jackson

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes. Toward Jackson
5
83.6 mi into trip | ~1h 39m in | US 45 Bypass

Merge onto US 45 Bypass

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$13.84 one way

$27.67 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 31 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $15.19 $30.38
premium $4.89 $17.03 $34.06
diesel $5.61 $19.54 $39.08

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$14

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$39–$64

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 31 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 26.6 0 $9.29 $4.25
Efficient EV 22.1 0 $7.74 $3.54
EV Truck/SUV 35.4 0 $12.39 $5.66

Gas CO2

31 kg

EV CO2

10 kg (68% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

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 17, 2026

Origin

New South Memphis, TN

Night in New South Memphis on Saturday

Local time

9:50 PM

CDT

Current temp

66°F

Partly Cloudy

S 5 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Destination

Jackson, TN

Night in Jackson on Saturday

Local time

9:50 PM

CDT

Current temp

77°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

11 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

1h 46m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

This route is characterized as a "turn-heavy local drive," meaning you'll encounter frequent turns and navigate through more populated areas rather than open country. With only 11% highway share, expect a good portion of your time to be spent on surface streets. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 69.2 miles along Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway, offering a bit of continuous driving before you transition back to local navigation. This profile suggests a drive where you'll be paying close attention to directions and road changes.

Only 11% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 69.2 mi on Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

3/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.4 miles in near South Parkway East.

Driving Effort 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 1h 46m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles (South Parkway East): Navigation decision point; at 5.5 miles (South Parkway East): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.2 miles (Sam Cooper Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 46m. Total distance: 88.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 46m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (11%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 69.2 miles on Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.

The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles (South Parkway East): Navigation decision point; at 5.5 miles (South Parkway East): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.2 miles (Sam Cooper Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Jackson, TN before heading back.

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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