Cruise from the Delta to DeSoto County on Interstate 69 from Banks to Hernando, Mississippi. This 15-mile drive offers a scenic glimpse of the evolving I-69 corridor through farmland and into Memphis suburbia.
π The South
Hit the road through the American South with scenic drives across Kentucky, Louisiana, Florida, and more. Discover historic byways, bayous, and Southern backroads.
Welcome to The South, where every mile tells a story rich in culture, history, and charm. This region spans a vibrant tapestry of landscapesβfrom the smoky peaks of Appalachia to the flat, sun-drenched Gulf Coast. Whether you’re cruising through the Bluegrass hills of Kentucky, exploring the bayous of Louisiana, or winding along Florida’s backroads, the South delivers a uniquely American experience filled with hospitality and heart.
Our drives across the Southern United States reveal both well-known highways and forgotten backroads. You’ll find scenic routes like the Natchez Trace Parkway, legendary paths like U.S. Route 11, and countless stretches of local charm dotted with BBQ joints, cotton fields, old rail crossings, and Civil War-era courthouses. This category is your guide to all the hidden gems and major corridors that shape Southern road cultureβpast and present.
From family road trips to solo explorations, The South offers something for every traveler. Expect stunning vistas, historical detours, and a slower pace that invites you to roll down the windows and take it all in. Let the cicadas sing, the gas station coffee flow, and the roadside attractions surprise you. This is Southern road travel, and it’s never just about the destinationβitβs about the journey.
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Interstate 55: Memphis to Hernando – Mississippi
Take a short but significant ride down I-55 from Memphis to Hernando, Mississippi. This 9-mile drive connects suburban Southaven to rural Hernando, with stops near major retail, outlet shopping, and the junctions with I-69 and I-269.
Interstate 55: Southbound in Memphis – Tennessee
Take a drive along Interstate 55 southbound through Memphis, Tennessee, from the Mississippi River to the state line. Navigate historic interchanges, pass Graceland, and explore Memphisβs evolving highway landscape in this 15-mile journey.
Interstate 55: West Memphis – Arkansas
Cruise 7 miles south on Interstate 55 through West Memphis, Arkansas, from the junction with I-40 to the Memphis-Arkansas Bridge. This key connector blends urban industry, logistics, and classic highway scenery.
Interstate 55: Mississippi to I-240 – Tennessee
Cruise through Memphis on Interstate 55 from the Mississippi state line to I-240. This 6-mile stretch offers key connections to Graceland, downtown, and the Memphis Airportβhighlighting the city’s role as a major Southern crossroads.
Interstate 69: Memphis – Tennessee
Explore the quirky and historically rich stretch of Interstate 69 through Memphis, Tennesseeβstill signed as I-240 but officially part of a national corridor. This 5.5-mile drive passes through Bunker Hill, near the Stax Museum, and ends at the I-40 interchange northe…
Interstate 240: Westbound in Memphis – Tennessee
Take a 14-mile drive along I-240 West through Memphis, Tennessee, from I-40 to I-55/I-69. Explore major interchanges, airport access, and the commercial heart of the city on this busy bypass route.
U.S. Route 41: Henderson – Kentucky
Drive U.S. Route 41 southbound in Henderson, Kentucky, from the Ohio River at the Indiana state line to Interstate 69. Explore river views, historic highway alignments, and the modern I-69 interchange on this short but scenic route.
Interstate 40: Memphis to Little Rock – Arkansas
Drive 135 miles west along Interstate 40 from Memphis to Little Rock, Arkansas. Cross the Mississippi River, pass through the Arkansas Delta and Crowleyβs Ridge, and enter the Little Rock metro on this essential Mid-South corridor.
Interstate 40: Westbound in Memphis – Tennessee
Drive 15 miles westbound through Memphis, Tennessee along Interstate 40, exploring key interchanges, North Memphis neighborhoods, and riverfront views before crossing the Mississippi on the Hernando DeSoto Bridge.
Interstate 40: Nashville to Memphis – Tennessee
Cruise west on Interstate 40 from Nashville to Memphis through Tennesseeβs Music Highway, passing through Dickson, Jackson, and Brownsville, with stops by the Tennessee River, Natchez Trace State Park, and Hatchie Wildlife Refuge.
Interstate 40: Westbound in Nashville – Tennessee
Drive Interstate 40 west through Nashville, Tennessee, from Briley Parkway past downtownβs skyline, busy interchanges, and historic neighborhoods to the western suburbs near Bellevue.