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Trip from Loudon, 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
3h 17m
Distance
174.2 mi
280 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
27 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 5m
★
6 AM
3h 17m
8 AM
3h 41m
10 AM
3h 25m
12 PM
3h 23m
3 PM
3h 27m
5 PM
3h 40m
8 PM
3h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Loudon, TN
Kelly
City of Murfreesboro, TN
Kelly
Trip Overview
This 174.2-mile journey from Loudon, TN, to Murfreesboro, TN, is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 2 hours and 39 minutes. You'll navigate primarily on local roads, with no highway driving involved. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $26, making it an economical option. Given its relatively short duration and local road focus, it's a straightforward drive with one recommended stop. This route stays within the Southeast region, offering a consistent travel experience.
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
87.1 miles from Loudon, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 38m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 132.3 mi | 2h 22m |
| Tennessee National Guard Parkway | 21 mi | 22m |
| I 75 | 7.4 mi | 7m |
| Northwest Broad Street | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| East Lee Highway | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Sugar Limb Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| New Nashville Highway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Grove Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 132.3 mi, about 2h 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Loudon, TN and City of Murfreesboro, TN.
1
Start on Blair Street
41 ft
·
8 sec
·
Blair Street
2
Turn left onto Grove Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Grove Street
3
Turn right onto US 11
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
Mulberry Street
4
Continue on US 11
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
Congressman John J. Duncan Jr. Loudon County Veterans Memorial Bridge
5
Continue on US 11
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
East Lee Highway
6
Turn left onto SR 324
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Sugar Limb Road
7
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
8
Merge onto I 75
7.4 mi
·
7 min
·
I 75
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 40 West: Nashville
Use the slight left lane.
10
Merge onto I 40
132 mi
·
2 hr 22 min
·
I 40
Toward Nashville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
1.1 mi
·
1 min
Exit 235
Toward I 840 West: Memphis, Murfreesboro
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on I 840
21 mi
·
22 min
·
Tennessee National Guard Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 55A-B
Toward US 41, US 70S: Murfreesboro, Smyrna
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
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.
15
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
1 min
16
Turn straight onto US 41; US 70S
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
New Nashville Highway
17
Continue on US 41; US 70S
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Northwest Broad Street
18
Turn right
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
19
Turn straight onto SR 96
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
Old Fort Parkway
20
Turn right onto Golf Lane
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Golf Lane
21
Arrive at destination
Golf Lane
Trip Plan
For this 2-hour and 39-minute drive covering 174.2 miles, flexibility is key. Leaving in the morning will allow ample time to reach your destination without feeling rushed, and with only one recommended stop, you can easily adjust your timing. The $26 fuel budget is manageable, but it’s always wise to top off your tank before departing Loudon, TN, as you won't be on major highways. Pay close attention to local road signage as you'll be making frequent turns, especially on Mulberry Street and Congressman John J, which are integral to this route.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 87.1 miles from Loudon, TN, or about 1h 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 132.3 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 38 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 87.1 miles or 1h 38m 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 37m
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 Loudon, 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 Loudon, TN
This is one driving day of about 174.2 miles and 3h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 miles from Loudon, 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 132.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
87 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 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 87.1 miles from Loudon, 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 132.3 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Nearby Places
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.2 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Tennessee Visitor Center
0.2 mi from route
Cumberland County I-40 West Rest Area
0.2 mi from route
Cumberland County I-40 East Rest Area
0.2 mi from route
Buc-ee's
0.2 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.2 mi from route
QuikTrip
0.2 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.3 mi from route
Eco Travel Plaza
0.3 mi from route
The Bug Man
0.5 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
1.5 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 13.3 and 168.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
13.3 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Take the exit toward I 40 West: Nashville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 40 West: Nashville
6
13.7 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
I 40
Merge onto I 40 toward Nashville
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Nashville
8
146 mi into trip
|
~2h 41m 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
168.1 mi into trip
|
~3h 5m 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
168.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 5m 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
$27.23 one way
$54.47 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
61 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $29.90 | $59.80 |
| premium | $4.89 | $33.52 | $67.05 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $38.46 | $76.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 60.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
27 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Food City - Tesla Supercharger
Kingston, TN
Tesla
16 DCFC
Buc-ee's - Tesla Supercharger
Crossville, TN
Tesla
16 DCFC
Stonehaus Winery - Tesla Supercharger
Crossville, TN
Tesla
8 DCFC
Jackson Plaza - Tesla Supercharger
Cookeville, TN
Tesla
8 DCFC
Cookeville, TN
Cookeville, TN
RIVIAN_ADVENTURE
6 DCFC
Electric Era Charging Station
Murfreesboro, TN
ELECTRIC_ERA
6 DCFC
Flying J 722
Knoxville, TN
eVgo Network
4 DCFC
Sam's Club 4930 (Cookeville, TN)
Cookeville, TN
Electrify America
4 DCFC
ChargePoint Network: 10
MERCEDES_BENZ: 6
Tesla: 4
eVgo Network: 2
Electrify America: 1
RIVIAN_ADVENTURE: 1
FORD_CHARGE: 1
ZEFNET: 1
ELECTRIC_ERA: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 52.3 | 0 | $18.29 | $8.36 |
| Efficient EV | 43.6 | 0 | $15.24 | $6.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 69.7 | 0 | $24.39 | $11.15 |
Gas CO2
61 kg
EV CO2
20 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.
Origin
Loudon, TN
Morning in Loudon on Sunday
Local time
6:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
City of Murfreesboro, TN
Late night in City of Murfreesboro on Sunday
Local time
5:33 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°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 earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
30 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
3h 17m 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...
2 mi from route
~5 min detour
Free
near mile 174.2
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route. With 0% highway share, you'll be spending your time on roads like Grove Street, Mulberry Street, and Congressman John J. The longest uninterrupted stretch isn't specified, but the 'turn-heavy' profile suggests frequent intersections and changes in direction. This isn't a high-speed interstate cruise; instead, be prepared for a more engaged driving experience as you navigate through local communities. The road's character remains consistent as a local, non-highway route throughout the drive.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 132.3 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and Tennessee National Guard Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 13.3 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 174.2 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 13.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.7 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 146 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.
Between Loudon, TN and City of Murfreesboro, TN, road signs point toward Nashville and Murfreesboro.
Nashville
13.7 mi in
|
~19m
|
via I 40
Murfreesboro
146 mi in
|
~2h 41m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 17m. Total distance: 174.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 132.3 miles on I 40. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 City of Murfreesboro, TN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 13.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.7 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 146 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.6 hours — manageable with a long break at City of Murfreesboro, TN, but most travelers stay overnight.
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, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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