Road Trips from Murfreesboro, TN
Looking for a quick getaway from Murfreesboro? You've got options ranging from short, scenic drives just an hour away to longer, more involved trips that are perfect for a full weekend. Several routes offer access to parks, including the historic Stones River National Battlefield, while others focus on a more direct highway experience. Whether you want a half-day exploration or a longer journey east into rolling terrain, there's a drive to suit your mood.
Total Routes
11
Shortest
0.4h
With Parks Nearby
11
Under 2 hours
Full-day getaway
Somerville, TN
3h 49m202.6 mi one way
At 203 miles and 3.8 hours, Somerville is one of the longer options. It's a highway-focused drive with a score of 8, offering a significant distance for those looking to cover more ground.
Arlington, TN
3h 55m210.6 mi one way
Newbern, TN
3h 54m207.2 mi one way
Weekend trip
7 total in this range
Bean Station, TN
4h 14m226.8 mi one way
Bean Station is the furthest option at 227 miles and 4.2 hours, with a drive score of 9. This highway-focused route features gently rolling terrain and includes access to Stones River National Battlefield and Cumberland Gap National Historical Park.
Rogersville, TN
4h 37m244.4 mi one way
At 244 miles and 4.6 hours, Rogersville is the longest drive. This 'mostly highway' route boasts a drive score of 9 and offers access to Stones River National Battlefield and Cumberland Gap National Historical Park, perfect for an extended trip.
Tazewell, TN
4h 28m224.3 mi one way
Brighton, TN
4h 9m210.5 mi one way
Atoka, TN
4h 14m214.3 mi one way
Browse by Mood
Bean Station, TN
4h 14m226.8 mi one way
Rogersville, TN
4h 37m244.4 mi one way
Tazewell, TN
4h 28m224.3 mi one way
Somerville, TN
3h 49m202.6 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Spring offers pleasant driving conditions for routes like the gently rolling terrain towards Bean Station, with parks like Stones River National Battlefield coming alive.
Summer
Longer highway-focused drives to places like South Fulton or Knoxville are viable in summer, with access to historical parks providing shade and interest.
Fall
The fall season is ideal for exploring the scenic, highway-focused routes, especially those with gently rolling terrain and access to historical sites like Cumberland Gap.
Winter
Winter drives are best suited for the highway-focused options, offering efficient travel to destinations with historical parks accessible year-round.
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