Interstate 269 is a southern Memphis bypass that links I-69 in Mississippi to I-40 in Tennessee. It eases congestion in Memphis by forming a partial outer beltway, ideal for through-traffic and freight movement.
Interstate 269 (I-269) is a beltway route serving as a bypass around the Memphis metropolitan area. The route arcs around the eastern and southern suburbs of Memphis, crossing the state lines between Mississippi and Tennessee. It forms a partial loop that helps divert through-traffic away from the congested I-240 and I-40 corridors within the city, making it a strategic freight and commuter route in the region.
I-269 begins at an interchange with I-69 near Hernando, Mississippi, and runs eastward before turning north into Tennessee. In Mississippi, it intersects key routes such as MS 302 and US 78 (which carries the future I-22 designation). Once it crosses into Tennessee, the interstate continues northward, ultimately connecting with I-40 near Arlington. The completion of I-269 provided a seamless outer loop that significantly improved logistics and travel times for drivers bypassing Memphis.
As a relatively new addition to the Interstate system, I-269 was developed in stages and fully completed in 2018. Its construction supported the growth of suburban communities in DeSoto County, MS, and outer Shelby County, TN, while also enhancing regional connectivity for long-haul freight traffic using I-22, I-55, and I-40.
Cruise 17 miles along Interstate 269 from Millington to Arlington, Tennessee — passing the Naval Support Center, dotted hills, and rural outskirts before connecting to I-40 toward Memphis. A smooth bypass route blending efficiency with gentle countryside scenery.
Cruise southbound along Interstate 269 from Arlington, TN to Hernando, MS for 47 miles of hassle-free travel connecting suburban Memphis to the Mississippi countryside. This outer loop is a modern bypass that saves time and treats drivers to a mix of local charm and ope…
Cruise Northbound Interstate 269 from Hernando, MS to Arlington, TN for 47 miles of bypass convenience, rural scenery, and easy Memphis access. This route blends quiet countryside with suburban interchanges and is a key corridor for travelers skirting Memphis traffic.