Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 36m
Distance
75.5 mi
122 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Centerville, TN
Kelly
Murfreesboro, TN
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Centerville, TN to Murfreesboro, TN is 75.5 miles and takes about 1 hour 36 minutes via Tennessee National Guard Parkway and I-24, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Southeast region, entirely within Tennessee, and is a straightforward, highway-focused drive. Given its short duration and minimal stops, it's an ideal day trip or a quick connection between these two points. You'll find the majority of this route utilizes major highways, making for efficient travel. Plan for a quick and easy journey with this route.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
37.8 miles from Centerville, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 51m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee National Guard Parkway | 44.7 mi | 47m |
| State Highway 100 | 21.4 mi | 32m |
| I 24 | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Old Fort Parkway | 2 mi | 3m |
| State Highway 46 | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| North Central Avenue | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Fairview Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Northwest Broad Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Centerville, TN and Murfreesboro, TN.
Start on SR 48; SR 100
Continue on SR 48; SR 100
Continue on TN 48; TN 100
Continue on TN 100
Continue on TN 100
Continue on TN 100
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 840
Take the exit
Merge onto I 24
Take the exit
Turn straight onto SR 96
Turn slight right
Keep slight right at fork
Turn right onto US 41; US 70S; US 231
Turn left onto West Main Street
Turn right onto South Maple Street
Turn slight left onto South Public Square
Turn slight right onto East Main Street
Continue on East Main Street
Turn right onto South Spring Street
Arrive at destination
With a drive time under 2 hours, this route offers plenty of flexibility. You can easily depart in the morning and arrive with ample time for activities in Murfreesboro, or make it an afternoon trip. The fuel cost is estimated at $12, so ensure your tank is full before leaving Centerville as there are no designated stops on this route. The longest stretch without a break is nearly 45 miles on Tennessee National Guard Parkway, so plan for a quick rest stop just before or after this segment if needed. Given the limited duration, you won't need to worry about splitting the drive.
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.
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 17 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.8 miles or 51m 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 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Murfreesboro, TN than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Centerville, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Centerville, TN
This is one driving day of about 75.5 miles and 1h 36m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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.
A short stop after about 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 37.8 miles from Centerville, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 24.1 and 74.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Merge onto I 840 / Tennessee National Guard Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 24 East: Chattanooga
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 24
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward SR 96 East: Murfreesboro
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto US 41; US 70S; US 231 / Northwest Broad Street
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$11.80 one way
$23.61 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.96 | $25.92 |
| premium | $4.89 | $14.53 | $29.06 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.67 | $33.34 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.7 | 0 | $7.93 | $3.62 |
| Efficient EV | 18.9 | 0 | $6.61 | $3.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.2 | 0 | $10.57 | $4.83 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Centerville on Tuesday
Local time
7:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
89°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Morning in Murfreesboro on Tuesday
Local time
7:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
88°F
Sunny
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
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.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
National Battlefield
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Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 95% of the journey on major roads, making for a swift connection. You'll experience the longest uninterrupted stretch of 44.7 miles on Tennessee National Guard Parkway, offering a consistent pace. The route transitions to I-24 for a significant portion, providing a familiar interstate feel. Expect efficient travel with minimal slowdowns, as this route prioritizes directness. It's a drive where covering ground quickly is the main objective.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Tennessee National Guard Parkway and State Highway 100. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 24.1 miles in near I 840 / Tennessee National Guard Parkway.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 75.5 miles you will encounter 11 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: at 24.1 miles (I 840 / Tennessee National Guard Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 68.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 69.6 miles (I 24): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Murfreesboro is a city in the Nashville metropolitan area of Middle Tennessee. It is the largest suburb of Nashville and the sixth largest city in Tennessee. Since the 1990s, Murfreesboro has been Tennessee's fastest growing major city and one of the fastest growing cities in the country. Murfreesboro is home to Middle Tennessee State University, the second largest undergraduate university in the state of Tennessee, with almost 23,000 students in 2014.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 36m. Total distance: 75.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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