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Trip from Church Hill, TN to City of Murfreesboro, TN
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 59m
Distance
264 mi
425 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$39
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 46m
★
6 AM
4h 59m
8 AM
5h 26m
10 AM
5h 9m
12 PM
5h 6m
3 PM
5h 10m
5 PM
5h 25m
8 PM
4h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Church Hill, TN
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City of Murfreesboro, TN
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Trip Overview
This 264-mile journey from Church Hill, TN, to Murfreesboro, TN, is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 4 hours and 19 minutes. With a projected fuel cost of around $40, it's an economical trip. The route primarily utilizes local roads, indicated by a 0% highway share, suggesting a more connected and potentially slower-paced drive through the heart of Tennessee. Expect one planned stop to break up the travel time. This trip offers a chance to experience the local flavor of the Southeast region as you transition from one part of the state to another.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
132 miles from Church Hill, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 31m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 156.3 mi | 2h 50m |
| US 11W | 40.4 mi | 46m |
| Tennessee National Guard Parkway | 21 mi | 22m |
| West Main Street | 16.1 mi | 19m |
| West Stone Drive | 14.7 mi | 16m |
| Rogersville Bypass | 5.2 mi | 5m |
| Northwest Broad Street | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| Appalachian Highway | 2.2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 156.3 mi, about 2h 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Church Hill, TN and City of Murfreesboro, TN.
1
Start on SR 346
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Main Street
2
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 346
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Main Street
3
Turn right onto US 11W; SR 346
15 mi
·
16 min
·
West Stone Drive
4
Continue on US 11W; SR 1
5.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Rogersville Bypass
5
Continue on US 11W; SR 1
16 mi
·
19 min
·
West Main Street
6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 11W; SR 1
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
US 11W; SR 1
7
Merge onto US 11W; US 25E; SR 1; SR 32; ADHS S
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Appalachian Highway
8
Keep slight right at fork onto US 11W
40 mi
·
45 min
·
US 11W
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
10
Merge onto I 40
24 mi
·
27 min
·
I 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40
133 mi
·
2 hr 22 min
·
I 40
Toward Nashville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
1.1 mi
·
1 min
Exit 235
Toward I 840 West: Memphis, Murfreesboro
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on I 840
21 mi
·
22 min
·
Tennessee National Guard Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 55A-B
Toward US 41, US 70S: Murfreesboro, Smyrna
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Exit 55A
Toward US 41 South, US 70S East: Murfreesbord
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
16
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
1 min
17
Turn straight onto US 41; US 70S
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
New Nashville Highway
18
Continue on US 41; US 70S
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Northwest Broad Street
19
Turn right
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
20
Turn straight onto SR 96
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
Old Fort Parkway
21
Turn right onto Golf Lane
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Golf Lane
22
Arrive at destination
Golf Lane
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour, 19-minute duration, departing in the morning is ideal to allow ample time for your single planned stop without feeling rushed. Since this isn't an overly long drive, you have flexibility in when you leave and how long you linger at your stop. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as navigating local roads can sometimes be less predictable than highway travel regarding readily available services. A specific tip for this route: pay close attention to local speed limit changes as you pass through towns along Main Street and other local thoroughfares.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 132 miles from Church Hill, TN, or about 2h 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 156.3 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 58 miles or 1h 8m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 132 miles or 2h 31m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 2m
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 Church Hill, 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 Church Hill, TN
This is one driving day of about 264 miles and 4h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 58 miles from Church Hill, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 156.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
132 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 58 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 132 miles from Church Hill, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 156.3 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.2 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Tennessee Visitor Center
0.2 mi from route
Cumberland County I-40 West Rest Area
0.2 mi from route
Cumberland County I-40 East Rest Area
0.2 mi from route
Buc-ee's
0.2 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.2 mi from route
QuikTrip
0.2 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
TA
0.3 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.3 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.3 mi from route
Eco Travel Plaza
0.3 mi from route
The Bug Man
0.5 mi from route
Clinch Mountain Rest Area
1.7 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 258.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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SR 346 / Main Street
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 346 / Main Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
7
103.1 mi into trip
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~2h in
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I 40
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40 toward Nashville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Nashville
8
235.8 mi into trip
|
~4h 23m in
Take the exit toward I 840 West: Memphis, Murfreesboro
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 235
Toward I 840 West: Memphis, Murfreesboro
8
257.9 mi into trip
|
~4h 47m in
Take the exit toward US 41, US 70S: Murfreesboro, Smyrna
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 55A-B
Toward US 41, US 70S: Murfreesboro, Smyrna
9
258.1 mi into trip
|
~4h 47m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 41 South, US 70S East: Murfreesbord
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Exit 55A
Toward US 41 South, US 70S East: Murfreesbord
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$38.99 one way
$77.97 round trip
$3.75/gal
25.4 MPG avg
92 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.14 | $43.04 | $86.08 |
| premium | $4.72 | $49.02 | $98.03 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $49.85 | $99.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$39
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$64–$89
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 92.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 79.2 | 0 | $27.72 | $12.67 |
| Efficient EV | 66 | 0 | $23.10 | $10.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 105.6 | 1 | $36.96 | $16.90 |
Gas CO2
92 kg
EV CO2
31 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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.
Origin
Church Hill, TN
Late night in Church Hill on Sunday
Local time
2:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Chance Rain Showers
0 mph
29% chance
Live forecast
Destination
City of Murfreesboro, TN
Late night in City of Murfreesboro on Sunday
Local time
1:45 AM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
0 mph
22% chance
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
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
1 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
4h 59m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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
~5 min detour
Free
near mile 264
View on nps.gov
Cumberland Gap National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Cumberland Gap was the first great gateway to the west. Come follow the path of bison, Native Americans, longhunters, and pioneers. Walk where 300,000 people crossed the Appalachians to settle America...
24 mi from route
~60 min detour
Free
near mile 45.5
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive, as this route features a 0% highway share. You'll be navigating Main Street and West Stone Drive early on, transitioning to the Rogersville Bypass as you progress. Without extensive highway stretches, the longest uninterrupted segment isn't a major factor here; instead, anticipate frequent changes in speed and direction. This road personality means you'll be more immersed in the local landscape and communities, offering a different experience than a typical interstate cruise.
83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 156.3 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and US 11W. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near SR 346 / Main Street.
Driving Effort
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 264 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (SR 346 / Main Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 103.1 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 235.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,862 ft
491 ft
Total Climb
1,398 ft
Total Descent
2,041 ft
Highest Point
1,862 ft
~169.7 mi in
Elevation Range
1,371 ft
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.
Between Church Hill, TN and City of Murfreesboro, TN, road signs point toward Nashville and Murfreesboro.
Nashville
103.1 mi in
|
~2h
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via I 40
Murfreesboro
235.8 mi in
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~4h 23m
About the Cities
Starting in Church Hill, TN
Full guide →City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 59m. Total distance: 264 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 156.3 miles on I 40. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 20 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 20 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (SR 346 / Main Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 103.1 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 235.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Stones River National Battlefield and Cumberland Gap National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 5.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 10.0 hours — manageable with a long break at City of Murfreesboro, TN, but most travelers stay overnight.
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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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