Origin
Decherd, TN
Late night in Decherd on Sunday
Local time
2:28 AM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Decherd, TN to 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
1h 7m
Distance
55.6 mi
90 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
★
6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 19m
10 AM
1h 12m
12 PM
1h 11m
3 PM
1h 12m
5 PM
1h 18m
8 PM
1h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Decherd, TN
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Murfreesboro, TN
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Decherd to Murfreesboro, expect a straightforward journey covering 55.6 miles. You can comfortably complete this drive in about 1 hour and 7 minutes, making it a perfect one-day excursion. With a fuel budget of approximately $8, it is an economical route that keeps your costs low. Since both locations are situated in the Southeast region of Tennessee, you will experience a consistent local atmosphere throughout the transit. This drive works best as a direct trip rather than an overnight stay, offering you the flexibility to head back whenever you are ready.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Jackson Street | 15.7 mi | 18m |
| Florida Short Route | 8.7 mi | 9m |
| Shelbyville Highway | 8.6 mi | 9m |
| Tullahoma Highway | 6.1 mi | 7m |
| SR 437 | 6 mi | 6m |
| South Church Street | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| South Main Street | 3 mi | 3m |
| Decherd Boulevard | 1.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
South Jackson Street
— 15.7 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Decherd, TN and Murfreesboro, TN.
1
Start on this road
330 ft
·
16 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto SR 50
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
3
At end of road, turn right onto US 41A
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Decherd Boulevard
4
Continue on US 41A
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Tullahoma Highway
5
Continue on US 41A
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
South Main Street
6
Continue on US 41A
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Tullahoma Highway
7
Continue on US 41A
16 mi
·
18 min
·
South Jackson Street
8
Turn right onto SR 437
6.0 mi
·
6 min
·
SR 437
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
10
Turn right onto US 231; SR 82
8.7 mi
·
9 min
·
Florida Short Route
11
Continue on US 231; SR 269
8.6 mi
·
9 min
·
Shelbyville Highway
12
Continue on US 231
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
South Church Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Turn right onto East Main Street
47 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Main Street
14
Continue on East Main Street
347 ft
·
13 sec
·
East Main Street
15
Turn right onto South Spring Street
84 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Spring Street
16
Arrive at destination
South Spring Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.8 miles from Decherd, 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 65 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 55.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
SR 50 / West Main Street
Turn right onto SR 50 / West Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
1 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 41A / Decherd Boulevard
At end of road, turn right onto US 41A / Decherd Boulevard
Navigation decision point
3
27.2 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
SR 437
Turn right onto SR 437
Navigation decision point
4
33.4 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
US 231; SR 82 / Florida Short Route
Turn right onto US 231; SR 82 / Florida Short Route
Navigation decision point
5
55.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
|
South Spring Street
Turn right onto South Spring Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.69 one way
$17.38 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.54 | $19.09 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.70 | $21.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.28 | $24.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.84 | $2.67 |
| Efficient EV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.87 | $2.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.2 | 0 | $7.78 | $3.56 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (63% 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
Murfreesboro, TN
Late night in Murfreesboro on Sunday
Local time
2:28 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
6 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
1h 7m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Only 11% of this 55.6-mile trek is on highways, meaning you will spend most of your time navigating local roads like South Jackson Street, the Florida Short Route, and the Shelbyville Highway. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs during the first 15.7 miles on South Jackson Street. Because the route relies heavily on secondary roads, you will find it requires more active driving than a standard interstate cruise. Be prepared for a winding path that shifts constantly as you move toward your destination.
Only 11% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 15.7 mi on South Jackson Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near SR 50 / West Main Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Decherd, TN to Murfreesboro, TN is easy. At 1h 7m with 11% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (SR 50 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (US 41A / Decherd Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 27.2 miles (SR 437): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 7m. Total distance: 55.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (11%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 15.7 miles on South Jackson Street. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (SR 50 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (US 41A / Decherd Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 27.2 miles (SR 437): Navigation decision point.
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 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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