Origin
Camden, TN
Morning in Camden on Sunday
Local time
8:28 AM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Camden, 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
2h 22m
Distance
125.6 mi
202 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 13m
★
6 AM
2h 23m
8 AM
2h 42m
10 AM
2h 30m
12 PM
2h 28m
3 PM
2h 31m
5 PM
2h 41m
8 PM
2h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Camden, TN
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City of Murfreesboro, TN
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Trip Overview
This 125.6-mile drive from Camden to Murfreesboro, Tennessee, is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in about 2 hours and 22 minutes. Given its relatively short duration and focused highway profile, it's an excellent candidate for a single-day trip, with a modest fuel cost estimated at $20. The route primarily sticks to major roadways, making it an efficient way to travel within the Southeast region. You won't need to worry about extensive planning or overnight stays, as this drive is designed for direct transit.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
62.8 miles from Camden, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 10m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee National Guard Parkway | 52.2 mi | 55m |
| I 40 | 50.1 mi | 53m |
| US 641 | 15.2 mi | 17m |
| I 24 | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Old Fort Parkway | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| East Main Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Golf Lane | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| North Forrest Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Tennessee National Guard Parkway
— 52.2 mi, about 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Camden, TN and City of Murfreesboro, TN.
1
Start on West Walnut Street
106 ft
·
6 sec
·
West Walnut Street
2
Turn right onto SR 69A
490 ft
·
11 sec
·
North Forrest Avenue
3
Turn right onto US 70 Business
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East Main Street
4
Turn left onto US 641
15 mi
·
17 min
·
US 641
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
6
Merge onto I 40
50 mi
·
53 min
·
I 40
7
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 840 East: Knoxville, Franklin
8
Merge onto I 840
52 mi
·
55 min
·
Tennessee National Guard Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
2 min
Exit 53A
Toward I 24 East: Chattanooga
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 24
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
I 24
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 78B
Toward SR 96 East: Murfreesboro
Use the right lane.
12
Turn straight onto SR 96
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Old Fort Parkway
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn slight left
341 ft
·
14 sec
14
Turn left onto Golf Lane
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Golf Lane
15
Arrive at destination
Golf Lane
Trip Plan
With a total duration of just over two hours, you have plenty of flexibility for when you depart. Leaving Camden in the morning or early afternoon will get you to Murfreesboro with ample daylight. Since this is a highway-intensive route, plan for one or two brief stops for fuel or a quick break, rather than extensive sightseeing. A specific tip for this route: be aware that Tennessee National Guard Parkway forms the longest stretch, so ensure you're fueled up before embarking on that 52.2-mile segment to avoid any unexpected delays.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 62.8 miles from Camden, TN, or about 1h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 52.2 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 28 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 62.8 miles or 1h 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near City of Murfreesboro, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Camden, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Camden, TN
This is one driving day of about 125.6 miles and 2h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Camden, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Tennessee National Guard Parkway for about 52.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
63 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 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 62.8 miles from Camden, 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 123.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
SR 69A / North Forrest Avenue
Turn right onto SR 69A / North Forrest Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
66.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
Take the exit toward I 840 East: Knoxville, Franklin
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 840 East: Knoxville, Franklin
5
67.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
|
I 840 / Tennessee National Guard Parkway
Merge onto I 840 / Tennessee National Guard Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
119.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 12m in
Take the exit toward I 24 East: Chattanooga
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 53A
Toward I 24 East: Chattanooga
7
123.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 17m in
Take the exit toward SR 96 East: Murfreesboro
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 78B
Toward SR 96 East: Murfreesboro
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.64 one way
$39.27 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
44 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $21.56 | $43.12 |
| premium | $4.89 | $24.17 | $48.34 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $27.73 | $55.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37.7 | 0 | $13.19 | $6.03 |
| Efficient EV | 31.4 | 0 | $10.99 | $5.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 50.2 | 0 | $17.58 | $8.04 |
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (66% 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
Morning in City of Murfreesboro on Sunday
Local time
8:28 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
5 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 22m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Stones River National Battlefield
National Battlefield
The Battle of Stones River began on the last day of 1862 and became one of the bloodiest conflicts of the Civil War. The battle produced important military and political gains for the Union, and it ch...
2 mi from route
~4 min detour
Free
near mile 121.3
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience for this trip, with 97% of the drive utilizing major roads. The majority of your travel will be on Tennessee National Guard Parkway and I-40, offering consistent speeds and minimal traffic interruptions. You'll encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch of 52.2 miles on Tennessee National Guard Parkway before transitioning to other main roads. This profile suggests a drive that prioritizes getting you to your destination efficiently rather than offering diverse scenic changes.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 52.2 mi on Tennessee National Guard Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Tennessee National Guard Parkway and I 40. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 69A / North Forrest Avenue.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 125.6 miles you will encounter 12 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 (SR 69A / North Forrest Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 66.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 67.4 miles (I 840 / Tennessee National Guard Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Camden, TN to City of Murfreesboro, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Franklin along the way.
Franklin
66.7 mi in
|
~1h 14m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 22m. Total distance: 125.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 52.2 miles on Tennessee National Guard Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at City of Murfreesboro, TN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 69A / North Forrest Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 66.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 67.4 miles (I 840 / Tennessee National Guard Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Stones River National Battlefield. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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