Origin
Soddy-Daisy, TN
Late night in Soddy-Daisy on Sunday
Local time
3:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Soddy-Daisy, TN to Memphis, TN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 32m
Distance
339 mi
546 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$53
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 20m
★
6 AM
6h 32m
8 AM
6h 57m
10 AM
6h 41m
12 PM
6h 38m
3 PM
6h 42m
5 PM
6h 56m
8 PM
6h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Soddy-Daisy, TN
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Memphis, TN
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Trip Overview
This 339-mile journey from Soddy-Daisy, TN, to Memphis, TN, is a solid day trip, taking an estimated 6 hours and 32 minutes to complete. Primarily utilizing I-40, you'll experience an 83% highway-focused drive. With a fuel cost estimated at $53, it's an economical option for a single-day adventure across Tennessee. This route is a straightforward drive through the Southeast region, connecting two points within the same state. Given its duration and highway focus, it's well-suited for a one-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop.
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
169.5 miles from Soddy-Daisy, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 26m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 178.1 mi | 3h 14m |
| Tennessee National Guard Parkway | 53.7 mi | 58m |
| John Bragg Highway | 15.6 mi | 18m |
| TN 8 | 12.6 mi | 17m |
| Harrison Ferry Road | 12.3 mi | 17m |
| SR 111 | 11.5 mi | 13m |
| Nashville Highway | 10.2 mi | 11m |
| McMinnville Highway | 8.1 mi | 10m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 178.1 mi, about 3h 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Soddy-Daisy, TN and Memphis, TN.
1
Start on Daisy Dallas Road
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
Daisy Dallas Road
2
Turn right onto Harrison Lane
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Harrison Lane
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
4
Merge onto US 27
5.4 mi
·
6 min
·
US 27
5
Keep slight left at fork onto TN 111
5.9 mi
·
6 min
·
TN 111
6
Continue on SR 111
11 mi
·
13 min
·
SR 111
7
Continue on TN 8; TN 111
13 mi
·
17 min
·
TN 8; TN 111
8
Turn left onto TN 8
7.3 mi
·
9 min
·
State Highway 8
9
Continue on TN 8
12 mi
·
17 min
·
Harrison Ferry Road
10
Turn slight right onto SR 56
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Beersheba Highway
11
Continue on SR 56
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
East Colville Street
12
Turn right onto SR 56
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
South Chancery Street
13
Turn left onto SR 380
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
West Morford Street
14
Continue on SR 380
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
West Main Street
15
Continue on US 70S
10 mi
·
11 min
·
Nashville Highway
16
Continue on US 70S
8.1 mi
·
10 min
·
McMinnville Highway
17
Continue on US 70S; SR 53
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East Main Street
18
Continue on US 70S
16 mi
·
18 min
·
John Bragg Highway
19
Turn left onto South Rutherford Boulevard
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
South Rutherford Boulevard
20
Turn left onto US 231
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
·
South Church Street
Use the left lane.
21
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward I 24 West: Nashville
Use the right lane.
22
Merge onto I 24
6.5 mi
·
6 min
·
I 24
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 74A
Toward I 840 West: Memphis, Franklin
Use the right lane.
24
Merge onto I 840
54 mi
·
58 min
·
Tennessee National Guard Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Merge onto I 40
165 mi
·
2 hr 58 min
·
I 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Take the exit onto I 40
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
·
I 40
Exit 10A-B
Toward I 240 West, I 40 West: Jackson Mississippi, Little Rock
27
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40
11 mi
·
13 min
·
I 40
Exit 10B
Toward I 40 West: Little Rock
Use the slight right lane.
28
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
I 40
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
29
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 1A
Toward Second Street, Third Street
Use the slight right lane.
30
Continue on North 2nd Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
North 2nd Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
31
Turn left onto Poplar Avenue
202 ft
·
4 sec
·
Poplar Avenue
32
Arrive at destination
Poplar Avenue
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 6-and-a-half-hour drive, consider an early morning departure from Soddy-Daisy to maximize daylight hours and avoid potential traffic. With only one recommended stop, plan for a midway break to stretch your legs and refuel. The longest stretch without a significant change in road type is 178.1 miles on I-40, so ensure you have ample fuel before embarking on this segment. This route is designed for a single day, so flexibility in your timing is key; you can adjust your departure and stop based on your preferences.
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 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 169.5 miles from Soddy-Daisy, TN, or about 3h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 178.1 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 75 miles or 1h 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 169.5 miles or 3h 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Memphis, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Soddy-Daisy, 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 Soddy-Daisy, TN
This is one driving day of about 339 miles and 6h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 75 miles from Soddy-Daisy, 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 I 40 for about 178.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
170 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 75 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 169.5 miles from Soddy-Daisy, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 178.1 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 195 decision points cluster between mile 99 and 338.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
99 mi into trip
|
~2h 8m in
Take the exit toward I 24 West: Nashville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 24 West: Nashville
8
105.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 16m in
Take the exit toward I 840 West: Memphis, Franklin
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 74A
Toward I 840 West: Memphis, Franklin
6
325.2 mi into trip
|
~6h 14m in
|
I 40
Take the exit onto I 40 toward I 240 West, I 40 West: Jackson Mississippi, Little Rock
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 10A-B
Toward I 240 West, I 40 West: Jackson Mississip...
8
325.3 mi into trip
|
~6h 14m in
|
I 40
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40 toward I 40 West: Little Rock
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 10B
Toward I 40 West: Little Rock
8
338.5 mi into trip
|
~6h 31m in
Take the exit toward Second Street, 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 1A
Toward Second Street, Third Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$53.00 one way
$106.00 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
119 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $58.19 | $116.38 |
| premium | $4.89 | $65.24 | $130.47 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $74.85 | $149.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$53
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$78–$103
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 118.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $36 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 101.7 | 1 | $35.60 | $16.27 |
| Efficient EV | 84.8 | 0 | $29.66 | $13.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 135.6 | 1 | $47.46 | $21.70 |
Gas CO2
119 kg
EV CO2
40 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.
Destination
Memphis, TN
Late night in Memphis on Sunday
Local time
2:35 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°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
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
27 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
6h 32m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive for most of this 339-mile trip, with 83% of the route on major roadways like I-40. You'll encounter a significant uninterrupted stretch of 178.1 miles on I-40, meaning long periods of consistent speed. While I-40 forms the backbone, segments on Tennessee National Guard Parkway and John Bragg Highway will offer some variation. The character is largely that of efficient travel, designed for covering distance rather than leisurely sightseeing, though brief transitions between these roads break up the monotony.
83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
32 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 178.1 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and Tennessee National Guard Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 99 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
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 19 significant decision points across 339 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 99 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 105.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 325.2 miles (I 40): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Soddy-Daisy, TN to Memphis, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Franklin along the way.
Franklin
105.9 mi in
|
~2h 16m
About the Cities
Arriving 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 6h 32m. Total distance: 339 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 32m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 178.1 miles on I 40. 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 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 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 99 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 105.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 325.2 miles (I 40): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.5 hours each way, a round trip means 13.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Memphis, TN before the return drive.
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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