Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 23, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
42m
Distance
34.6 mi
56 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Calhoun, TN
Kelly
Murray Store, TN
K
Calhoun, TN to Murray Store, TN is 34.6 miles and takes about 42 minutes via I 75 and SR 68, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This quick trip stays within the Southeast region, connecting two points in Tennessee. It's a straightforward drive, mostly on interstate, making it a simple addition to a larger trip or a standalone short hop. If you're looking for a brief drive with minimal fuss, this route fits the bill.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 23.9 mi | 25m |
| SR 68 | 6.7 mi | 9m |
| SR 163 | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Lee Highway | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Etowah Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| County Road 250 | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Calhoun, TN and Murray Store, TN.
Start on Main Street
Turn right onto TN 163
Turn right onto US 11; SR 163
Turn left onto SR 163
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 75
Take the exit
Turn left onto SR 68
Turn left onto County Road 250
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 34.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto TN 163 / Etowah Road
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto US 11; SR 163 / Lee Highway
Navigation decision point
Merge onto I 75
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward SR 68: Spring City, Sweetwater
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn left onto County Road 250
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$5.77 one way
$11.54 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.62 | $6.30 | $12.59 |
| premium | $5.25 | $7.16 | $14.31 |
| diesel | $6.28 | $8.55 | $17.10 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.63 | $1.66 |
| Efficient EV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.03 | $1.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.84 | $2.21 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (67% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Calhoun on Friday
Local time
1:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Mostly Clear
Destination
Late night in Murray Store on Friday
Local time
1:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Mostly Clear
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This drive is predominantly highway, with 95% of the 34.6 miles on interstates and major state routes. You'll experience a substantial stretch of 23.9 miles on I 75 before transitioning to surface roads. Expect a consistent, fast-paced driving experience for most of the trip. The interstate portion means you'll encounter a steady flow of traffic and relatively frequent exits.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and SR 68. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near TN 163 / Etowah Road.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 42m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (TN 163 / Etowah Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (US 11; SR 163 / Lee Highway): Navigation decision point; at 3.5 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
351 ft
Total Descent
138 ft
Highest Point
999 ft
~29.6 mi in
Elevation Range
282 ft
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Calhoun, TN to Murray Store, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Sweetwater along the way.
Sweetwater
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 42m. Total distance: 34.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Straightforward navigation.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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