Origin
City of Murfreesboro, TN
Morning in City of Murfreesboro on Sunday
Local time
9:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from City of Murfreesboro, TN to Apison, 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 26m
Distance
122 mi
196 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 16m
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6 AM
2h 26m
8 AM
2h 46m
10 AM
2h 33m
12 PM
2h 31m
3 PM
2h 34m
5 PM
2h 45m
8 PM
2h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
City of Murfreesboro, TN
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Apison, TN
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Trip Overview
Murfreesboro, TN to Apison, TN is 122 miles and takes about 2h 26m via I-24 and I-75, with a fuel budget near $19 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Southeast region, entirely within Tennessee. It's a straightforward highway-focused journey, making it an excellent option for a single-day excursion. You'll primarily be on major interstates, so expect efficient travel times. This route is designed for getting from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
61 miles from City of Murfreesboro, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 11m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 24 | 105.3 mi | 1h 58m |
| I 75 | 6.8 mi | 9m |
| Apison Pike | 6.6 mi | 11m |
| New Salem Highway | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Golf Lane | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| SR 317 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 24
— 105.3 mi, about 1h 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between City of Murfreesboro, TN and Apison, TN.
1
Start on Golf Lane
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Golf Lane
2
Continue on SR 99
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
New Salem Highway
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 24 East: Chattanooga
4
Merge onto I 24
105 mi
·
1 hr 58 min
·
I 24
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 185 B
Toward I 75 North: Knoxville
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
6
Merge onto I 75
6.8 mi
·
9 min
·
I 75
Use the straight lane.
7
Take the exit onto SR 317
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
SR 317
Exit 9
Toward SR 317: Collegedale, Volkswagen Drive
Use the slight right lane.
8
Continue on SR 317
6.6 mi
·
11 min
·
Apison Pike
Use the left / straight lanes.
9
Arrive at destination
SR 317
Trip Plan
Given the short 2h 26m duration, this trip is perfectly suited for a same-day adventure from Murfreesboro to Apison. You can depart at your leisure, perhaps mid-morning to avoid early rush hour, and still arrive well before evening. The $19 fuel cost estimate suggests you won't need to worry excessively about gas prices, but it's always wise to fill up before embarking on the 105.3-mile stretch on I-24. Keep an eye on traffic around Chattanooga as you transition to I-75, as this can sometimes cause 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 61 miles from City of Murfreesboro, TN, or about 1h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 105.3 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 27 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61 miles or 1h 11m 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 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Apison, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving City of Murfreesboro, 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 City of Murfreesboro, TN
This is one driving day of about 122 miles and 2h 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from City of Murfreesboro, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 24 for about 105.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
61 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 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 61 miles from City of Murfreesboro, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 24 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 105.3 miles.
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 55 decision points cluster between mile 1.8 and 115.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
1.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 24 East: Chattanooga
Navigation decision point
Toward I 24 East: Chattanooga
5
2.1 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
I 24
Merge onto I 24
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
107.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 3m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 75 North: Knoxville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 185 B
Toward I 75 North: Knoxville
5
108.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 4m in
|
I 75
Merge onto I 75
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
115.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 13m in
|
SR 317
Take the exit onto SR 317 toward SR 317: Collegedale, Volkswagen Drive
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 9
Toward SR 317: Collegedale, Volkswagen Drive
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.07 one way
$38.15 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
43 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $20.94 | $41.88 |
| premium | $4.89 | $23.48 | $46.96 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.94 | $53.87 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36.6 | 0 | $12.81 | $5.86 |
| Efficient EV | 30.5 | 0 | $10.67 | $4.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 48.8 | 0 | $17.08 | $7.81 |
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Apison, TN
Morning in Apison on Sunday
Local time
10:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
6 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
2h 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 is a highway-focused drive, with 92% of the 122 miles on major roads like I-24 and I-75. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 105.3 miles on I-24, indicating a substantial period of consistent highway driving. The character of the route is defined by its interstate nature, meaning you'll experience relatively high speeds and predictable conditions for most of the journey. Apison Pike marks the final segment, likely offering a change from the interstate pace as you approach your destination.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 105.3 mi on I 24.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 24 and I 75. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 26m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.1 miles (I 24): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 107.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 26m. Total distance: 122 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 105.3 miles on I 24. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.1 miles (I 24): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 107.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Apison, 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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