Origin
Gruetli-Laager, TN
Morning in Gruetli-Laager on Sunday
Local time
6:38 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gruetli-Laager, 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 30m
Distance
70.2 mi
113 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 23m
★
6 AM
1h 30m
8 AM
1h 44m
10 AM
1h 35m
12 PM
1h 34m
3 PM
1h 36m
5 PM
1h 43m
8 PM
1h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gruetli-Laager, TN
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Murfreesboro, TN
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Trip Overview
Gruetli-Laager, TN to Murfreesboro, TN is 70.2 miles and takes about 1h 30m via I 24 and SR 108, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Tennessee, connecting two points in the Southeast region. It's primarily a highway-focused trip, making it a straightforward journey for those looking for efficiency. With a duration under two hours, it's well-suited for a single-day excursion, allowing ample time for your destination.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
35.1 miles from Gruetli-Laager, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 24 | 45.7 mi | 49m |
| SR 108 | 10.6 mi | 17m |
| Elkhead Road | 4.8 mi | 8m |
| Pelham Road | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| SR 50 | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| South Church Street | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| East Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Spring Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 24
— 45.7 mi, about 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gruetli-Laager, TN and Murfreesboro, TN.
1
Start on SR 108
11 mi
·
17 min
·
SR 108
2
Turn left onto SR 50
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Pelham Road
3
Continue on SR 50
4.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Elkhead Road
4
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 50
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
SR 50
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
6
Merge onto I 24
46 mi
·
49 min
·
I 24
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 81
Toward US 231: Murfreesboro, Shelbyville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn right onto US 231
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
South Church Street
Use the straight lane.
9
Turn right onto East Main Street
47 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Main Street
10
Continue on East Main Street
347 ft
·
13 sec
·
East Main Street
11
Turn right onto South Spring Street
84 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Spring Street
12
Arrive at destination
South Spring Street
Trip Plan
Given the 1h 30m duration, this is an easy same-day trip. Aim to depart in the morning to maximize your time at your destination in Murfreesboro. With only 70.2 miles, you won't need many stops, but keep an eye on fuel, especially before heading onto I 24, as the longest stretch is over 45 miles. The estimated fuel cost of $11 makes it an economical drive. Plan for a straightforward journey with minimal need for extensive rest breaks.
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 35.1 miles from Gruetli-Laager, TN, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 45.7 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 15 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.1 miles or 50m 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 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Murfreesboro, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Gruetli-Laager, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Gruetli-Laager, TN
This is one driving day of about 70.2 miles and 1h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Gruetli-Laager, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 24 for about 45.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.1 miles from Gruetli-Laager, 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 18.8 and 70.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
18.8 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
SR 50
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 50
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
21.7 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
I 24
Merge onto I 24
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
67.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m in
Take the exit toward US 231: Murfreesboro, Shelbyville
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 81
Toward US 231: Murfreesboro, Shelbyville
4
67.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 26m in
|
US 231 / South Church Street
Turn right onto US 231 / South Church Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
70.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 30m in
|
South Spring Street
Turn right onto South Spring Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.97 one way
$21.95 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.05 | $24.10 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.51 | $27.02 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.50 | $31.00 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.1 | 0 | $7.37 | $3.37 |
| Efficient EV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.14 | $2.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.1 | 0 | $9.83 | $4.49 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
Morning in Murfreesboro on Sunday
Local time
6:38 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°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
2 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 30m 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...
3 mi from route
~8 min detour
Free
near mile 70.2
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This trip leans heavily into highway driving, with 84% of the route on major roadways like I 24. You'll experience the longest uninterrupted stretch of 45.7 miles on I 24, offering a consistent pace. While the majority is highway, there are segments on local roads like SR 108 and Elkhead Road, providing some variation from the interstate. Expect a profile that's mostly about covering ground efficiently rather than winding scenic byways.
84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 45.7 mi on I 24.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 24 and SR 108. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 18.8 miles in near SR 50.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 30m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 18.8 miles (SR 50): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 21.7 miles (I 24): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 67.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 30m. Total distance: 70.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 45.7 miles on I 24. 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 18.8 miles (SR 50): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 21.7 miles (I 24): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 67.5 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. 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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