Origin
Hartsville, TN
Morning in Hartsville on Sunday
Local time
6:31 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hartsville, 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 9m
Distance
49.5 mi
80 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 4m
★
6 AM
1h 10m
8 AM
1h 21m
10 AM
1h 14m
12 PM
1h 13m
3 PM
1h 14m
5 PM
1h 21m
8 PM
1h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hartsville, TN
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Murfreesboro, TN
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Trip Overview
Traveling between Hartsville and Murfreesboro covers a 50-mile span of middle Tennessee, typically taking about 59 minutes to complete. This trip is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as the distance allows for plenty of flexibility without requiring an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $7 on fuel for the journey, making it a very budget-friendly transit. Since both origin and destination are located within the Southeast region, you will remain in a familiar landscape throughout the drive. It is a straightforward, practical connection that functions well for commuters or travelers looking for a quick change of scenery.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee National Guard Parkway | 21 mi | 22m |
| Hartsville Pike | 10.4 mi | 18m |
| I 40 | 4.1 mi | 4m |
| Northwest Broad Street | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| River Street | 3.4 mi | 6m |
| Lebanon Pike | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| East Baddour Parkway | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| New Nashville Highway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Tennessee National Guard Parkway
— 21 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hartsville, TN and Murfreesboro, TN.
1
Start on SR 141
311 ft
·
8 sec
·
East Main Street
2
Turn right onto SR 141
3.4 mi
·
6 min
·
River Street
3
Turn right onto SR 141
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Lebanon Pike
4
Continue on SR 141
10 mi
·
18 min
·
Hartsville Pike
5
Turn left onto US 70; SR 141
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
East Baddour Parkway
6
Continue on US 70
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
·
Sparta Pike
7
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward I 40 West: Nashville
8
Merge onto I 40
4.1 mi
·
4 min
·
I 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
1.1 mi
·
1 min
Exit 235
Toward I 840 West: Memphis, Murfreesboro
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 840
21 mi
·
22 min
·
Tennessee National Guard Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 55A-B
Toward US 41, US 70S: Murfreesboro, Smyrna
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
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.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
1 min
14
Turn straight onto US 41; US 70S
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
New Nashville Highway
15
Continue on US 41; US 70S
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Northwest Broad Street
16
Turn left onto West Main Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
West Main Street
17
Turn right onto South Maple Street
138 ft
·
4 sec
·
South Maple Street
18
Turn slight left onto South Public Square
467 ft
·
12 sec
·
South Public Square
19
Turn slight right onto East Main Street
47 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Main Street
20
Continue on East Main Street
347 ft
·
13 sec
·
East Main Street
21
Turn right onto South Spring Street
84 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Spring Street
22
Arrive at destination
South Spring Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.8 miles from Hartsville, 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 17.2 and 43.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
17.2 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Turn left toward I 40 West: Nashville
Navigation decision point
Toward I 40 West: Nashville
5
17.4 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
I 40
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
21.5 mi into trip
|
~35m 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
43.7 mi into trip
|
~59m 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
43.9 mi into trip
|
~59m 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
$7.74 one way
$15.48 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.50 | $16.99 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.53 | $19.05 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.93 | $21.86 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.20 | $2.38 |
| Efficient EV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.33 | $1.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.8 | 0 | $6.93 | $3.17 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Murfreesboro, TN
Morning in Murfreesboro on Sunday
Local time
6:31 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
77°F
Lebanon, TN
25 mi in
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 9m 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 rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route features zero highway miles. You will navigate primarily via River Street, Lebanon Pike, and Hartsville Pike, which demands your full attention behind the wheel. Because the longest uninterrupted stretch is 0 miles on River Street, you will find yourself constantly adjusting to the flow of local traffic and road curves. This personality makes the drive feel more engaged and less mechanical than a high-speed highway trek. Prepare for a steady, hands-on experience that requires you to stay alert through every turn.
53% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 21 mi on Tennessee National Guard Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 17.2 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 49.5 miles you will encounter 12 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 17.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 17.4 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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.
On the drive from Hartsville, TN to Murfreesboro, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Smyrna along the way.
Smyrna
43.7 mi in
|
~59m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 9m. Total distance: 49.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (53%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 21 miles on Tennessee National Guard Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Murfreesboro, TN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 17.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 17.4 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.5 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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