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Tennessee Welcome Center
Tennessee Welcome Center sits on I-55 near Memphis in Shelby County (mile 3.1), northbound. Truckers get 14 dedicated spaces, per FHWA data. Mapped amenities include restrooms. After this, northbound drivers reach Hilton Rest Area about 50 miles later. Memphis, TN is the closest big city, about 8 miles away as the crow flies.
| Highway | I-55 · Northbound |
|---|---|
| Mile marker | 3.1 |
| Location | Memphis, Shelby County, Tennessee Directions (35.0417, -90.0041) |
| Amenities | Restrooms |
| Truck parking | 14 spaces (FHWA survey) |
Sources: FHWA/BTS National Transportation Atlas Database (2019 survey); OpenStreetMap for amenities. Closed, moved or wrong? Tell us.
Next rest stops on I-55
Heading northbound
Hilton Rest Area
about 50 miles · Rest area in Arkansas
Heading southbound
Welcome Center Desoto County Welcome Center
about 19 miles · Welcome center in Mississippi
Sleeping in your car here
Overnight parking is banned at rest areas in Tennessee.
Legal source: TDOT welcome centers and rest areas. Tennessee overview
Rest stops on other highways nearby
- West Memphis Truck Parking (A) Truck parking25 truck spaces
- West Memphis Truck Parking (B) Truck parking15 truck spaces
Straight-line distances.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Tennessee Welcome Center?
On I-55 northbound at mile 3.1 near Memphis in Shelby County, Tennessee. Use the Directions link for navigation.
Which direction does Tennessee Welcome Center serve?
Northbound traffic on I-55.
Does Tennessee Welcome Center have restrooms?
Yes, restrooms are mapped here.
How far is the next rest stop after Tennessee Welcome Center?
Northbound: Hilton Rest Area, about 50 miles. Southbound: Welcome Center Desoto County Welcome Center, about 19 miles.
Can you sleep at Tennessee Welcome Center?
Overnight parking is banned at rest areas in Tennessee.
Is there truck parking at Tennessee Welcome Center?
Yes, there are 14 truck parking spaces (FHWA count).
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