Origin
Kingston, TN
Morning in Kingston on Sunday
Local time
8:05 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kingston, TN to City of 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
2h 43m
Distance
145.7 mi
235 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 33m
★
6 AM
2h 43m
8 AM
3h 5m
10 AM
2h 51m
12 PM
2h 49m
3 PM
2h 52m
5 PM
3h 4m
8 PM
2h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kingston, TN
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City of Murfreesboro, TN
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Kingston to Murfreesboro covers 145.7 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 10 minutes behind the wheel. Because this journey is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $22 for fuel to complete the transit. The route takes you across the Southeast region, navigating a mix of local roads and highway stretches. Since there are no mandatory stops included in this itinerary, you have the flexibility to power through or plan your own breaks as needed. It is a straightforward connection between two Tennessee locations that serves as an efficient way to cross the state.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
72.9 miles from Kingston, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 19m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 117 mi | 2h 5m |
| Tennessee National Guard Parkway | 21 mi | 22m |
| Northwest Broad Street | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| New Nashville Highway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Golf Lane | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Old Fort Parkway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| North Kentucky Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 117 mi, about 2h 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kingston, TN and City of Murfreesboro, TN.
1
Start on SR 58
256 ft
·
34 sec
·
North Kentucky Street
2
Continue on SR 58
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
North Kentucky Street
3
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
4
Merge onto I 40
117 mi
·
2 hr 5 min
·
I 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
1.1 mi
·
1 min
Exit 235
Toward I 840 West: Memphis, Murfreesboro
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on I 840
21 mi
·
22 min
·
Tennessee National Guard Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 55A-B
Toward US 41, US 70S: Murfreesboro, Smyrna
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
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.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
1 min
10
Turn straight onto US 41; US 70S
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
New Nashville Highway
11
Continue on US 41; US 70S
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Northwest Broad Street
12
Turn right
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
13
Turn straight onto SR 96
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
Old Fort Parkway
14
Turn right onto Golf Lane
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Golf Lane
15
Arrive at destination
Golf Lane
Trip Plan
When planning your departure, remember that the lack of scheduled stops gives you total control over your pacing. Since the drive is just over two hours, you can easily complete it in one sitting, but carrying extra water and snacks is always a smart move for any trip of this length. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as the $22 estimate assumes a direct route without excessive idling or detours. Because this is a turn-heavy local drive, check your GPS mapping carefully before you leave to ensure you are comfortable with the specific turns on North Kentucky Street and the Tennessee National Guard Parkway. Staying alert through the winding sections will ensure you arrive in Murfreesboro safely and on schedule.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 72.9 miles from Kingston, TN, or about 1h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 117 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 32 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 72.9 miles or 1h 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 9m
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 Kingston, 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 Kingston, TN
This is one driving day of about 145.7 miles and 2h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Kingston, 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 117 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
73 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 72.9 miles from Kingston, 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 117 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 140.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
I 40
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
117.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 7m 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
139.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 31m 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
139.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 31m 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
4
140.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 32m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.78 one way
$45.56 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
51 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $25.01 | $50.02 |
| premium | $4.89 | $28.04 | $56.08 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.17 | $64.34 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 43.7 | 0 | $15.30 | $6.99 |
| Efficient EV | 36.4 | 0 | $12.75 | $5.83 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 58.3 | 0 | $20.40 | $9.32 |
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 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
City of Murfreesboro, TN
Morning in City of Murfreesboro on Sunday
Local time
7:05 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Baxter, TN
73 mi in
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
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
2h 43m 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 relies on North Kentucky Street, I-840 West, and the Tennessee National Guard Parkway. With a highway share of 0%, you will spend the vast majority of your time navigating local roads rather than high-speed interstates. This creates a more involved driving experience that requires your full attention on the road ahead. Because the route is categorized by its technical turns, you should anticipate a drive that feels more hands-on and less like a passive highway slog. Prepare to manage your speed and focus on the changing road conditions as you transition between these specific local thoroughfares.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 117 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and Tennessee National Guard Parkway. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near I 40.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 145.7 miles you will encounter 8 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 0.5 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 117.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 139.6 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 Kingston, TN to City of Murfreesboro, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Murfreesboro along the way.
Murfreesboro
117.5 mi in
|
~2h 7m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 43m. Total distance: 145.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 117 miles on I 40. 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 0.5 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 117.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 139.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at City of 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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