Origin
Altamont, TN
Late night in Altamont on Sunday
Local time
5:35 AM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Altamont, TN to City of Murfreesboro, TN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 26m
Distance
66.9 mi
108 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 20m
★
6 AM
1h 26m
8 AM
1h 40m
10 AM
1h 31m
12 PM
1h 30m
3 PM
1h 32m
5 PM
1h 39m
8 PM
1h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Altamont, TN
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City of Murfreesboro, TN
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Trip Overview
Altamont, TN to the City of Murfreesboro, TN is 66.9 miles and takes about 1 hour 26 minutes via I-24 and local roads, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Southeast region, connecting two points in Tennessee. It's a straightforward drive, primarily on the interstate, making it a convenient option for a quick journey. Given its manageable length, it’s ideal for a same-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination with plenty of time to spare.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 24 | 47.2 mi | 50m |
| Pelham Road | 10 mi | 17m |
| Elkhead Road | 4.8 mi | 8m |
| SR 50 | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| New Salem Highway | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Golf Lane | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Cumberland Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 24
— 47.2 mi, about 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Altamont, TN and City of Murfreesboro, TN.
1
Start on Cumberland Street
182 ft
·
10 sec
·
Cumberland Street
2
Turn right onto Pelham Road
195 ft
·
15 sec
·
Pelham Road
3
Turn left onto SR 56; SR 108
26 ft
·
2 sec
·
Main Street
4
Turn right onto SR 50; SR 108
9.9 mi
·
17 min
·
Pelham Road
5
Continue on SR 50
4.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Elkhead Road
6
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 50
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
SR 50
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
8
Merge onto I 24
47 mi
·
50 min
·
I 24
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 80
Toward SR 99: New Salem Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
Toward SR 99 East
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
11
Turn straight onto SR 99
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
New Salem Highway
12
Continue on Golf Lane
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Golf Lane
13
Arrive at destination
Golf Lane
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.5 miles from Altamont, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 75 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 65.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Pelham Road
Turn right onto Pelham Road
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
SR 56; SR 108 / Main Street
Turn left onto SR 56; SR 108 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
17.7 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
I 24
Merge onto I 24
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
64.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m in
Take the exit toward SR 99: New Salem Highway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 80
Toward SR 99: New Salem Highway
7
65.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
Keep slight right at fork toward SR 99 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward SR 99 East
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.46 one way
$20.92 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.48 | $22.97 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.87 | $25.75 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.77 | $29.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.1 | 0 | $7.02 | $3.21 |
| Efficient EV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.85 | $2.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.8 | 0 | $9.37 | $4.28 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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
City of Murfreesboro, TN
Late night in City of Murfreesboro on Sunday
Local time
5:35 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
28 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 26m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 75% of the route utilizing I-24. You'll experience a significant stretch of 47.2 miles on the interstate, offering a consistent pace for a good portion of the journey. The remainder of the drive incorporates local roads like Pelham Road and Elkhead Road, which will introduce some changes in speed and scenery as you transition off the main highway. Expect a generally efficient drive with minimal interruptions, especially on the interstate segments.
75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 47.2 mi on I 24.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 24 and Pelham Road. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Pelham Road.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 66.9 miles you will encounter 7 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Pelham Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (SR 56; SR 108 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 17.7 miles (I 24): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 26m. Total distance: 66.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 47.2 miles on I 24. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Pelham Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (SR 56; SR 108 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 17.7 miles (I 24): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at City of Murfreesboro, TN before heading back.
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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