Origin
McEwen, TN
Late night in McEwen on Tuesday
Local time
5:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from McEwen, TN to Murfreesboro, TN
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 43m
Distance
82.8 mi
133 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 36m
★
6 AM
1h 43m
8 AM
1h 59m
10 AM
1h 49m
12 PM
1h 47m
3 PM
1h 49m
5 PM
1h 58m
8 PM
1h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
McEwen, TN
Kelly
Murfreesboro, TN
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Trip Overview
McEwen, TN to Murfreesboro, TN is 82.8 miles and takes about 1h 43m via Tennessee National Guard Parkway and US 70, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Tennessee, moving from the Southeast region to the Southeast region. Expect a largely highway-focused experience that's straightforward and efficient for a day trip. Given its short duration and manageable fuel cost, this route is ideal for a quick transit or an easy addition to a larger itinerary.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
41.4 miles from McEwen, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 54m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee National Guard Parkway | 52.2 mi | 55m |
| US 70 | 13.3 mi | 19m |
| SR 46 | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| I 40 | 3.5 mi | 3m |
| I 24 | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Old Fort Parkway | 2 mi | 3m |
| West College Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Northwest Broad Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Tennessee National Guard Parkway
— 52.2 mi, about 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between McEwen, TN and Murfreesboro, TN.
1
Start on High Street
164 ft
·
14 sec
·
High Street
2
Turn sharp left onto US 70
13 mi
·
19 min
·
US 70
3
Continue on US 70 Business
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
West College Street
4
Turn right onto SR 46
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
SR 46
Use the left lane.
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Use the left lane.
6
Merge onto I 40
3.5 mi
·
3 min
·
I 40
7
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 840 East: Knoxville, Franklin
8
Merge onto I 840
52 mi
·
55 min
·
Tennessee National Guard Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
2 min
Exit 53A
Toward I 24 East: Chattanooga
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 24
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
I 24
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 78B
Toward SR 96 East: Murfreesboro
Use the right lane.
12
Turn straight onto SR 96
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Old Fort Parkway
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn slight right
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
14
Keep slight right at fork
181 ft
·
6 sec
15
Turn right onto US 41; US 70S; US 231
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Northwest Broad Street
Use the right lane.
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
Trip Plan
For this 1h 43m drive, leaving McEwen in the morning is a good bet, allowing you to reach Murfreesboro with plenty of daylight. Since the route is only 82.8 miles and 95% highway, you likely won't need extensive stops. The fuel cost is estimated at $13, so ensure your tank is adequately filled before departing McEwen to avoid unnecessary detours for gas. Given the short duration, flexibility is key; you can easily adjust your departure time based on your 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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 41.4 miles from McEwen, TN, or about 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 52.2 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 18 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.4 miles or 54m 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 25m
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 McEwen, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from McEwen, TN
This is one driving day of about 82.8 miles and 1h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from McEwen, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Tennessee National Guard Parkway for about 52.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
41 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 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 41.4 miles from McEwen, 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 155 decision points cluster between mile 14.8 and 82.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
14.8 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
SR 46
Turn right onto SR 46
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
19.4 mi into trip
|
~29m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
76.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 31m in
Take the exit toward I 24 East: Chattanooga
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 53A
Toward I 24 East: Chattanooga
7
79.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 36m in
Take the exit toward SR 96 East: Murfreesboro
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 78B
Toward SR 96 East: Murfreesboro
6
82.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 41m in
|
US 41; US 70S; US 231 / Northwest Broad Street
Turn right onto US 41; US 70S; US 231 / Northwest Broad Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.94 one way
$25.89 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $14.21 | $28.43 |
| premium | $4.89 | $15.93 | $31.87 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.28 | $36.56 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.8 | 0 | $8.69 | $3.97 |
| Efficient EV | 20.7 | 0 | $7.24 | $3.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33.1 | 0 | $11.59 | $5.30 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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 Tuesday
Local time
5:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
88°F
Sunny
SSW 5 to 10 mph
8% chance
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
13 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
1h 43m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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 80
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 is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 95% of the journey on faster roads. You'll experience the longest uninterrupted stretch of 52.2 miles on Tennessee National Guard Parkway, indicating a significant portion of the drive will be on this main artery. While the profile suggests a highway-centric experience, keep in mind that US 70 and SR 46 are also key components, which might introduce slightly different driving dynamics. Overall, anticipate a consistent pace suitable for covering ground efficiently.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 52.2 mi on Tennessee National Guard Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Tennessee National Guard Parkway and US 70. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 14.8 miles in near SR 46.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 82.8 miles you will encounter 15 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 14.8 miles (SR 46): Lane positioning matters here; at 19.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 76.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
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 McEwen, TN to Murfreesboro, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Franklin along the way.
Franklin
23.1 mi in
|
~34m
About the Cities
Arriving in Murfreesboro, TN
Full guide →Murfreesboro is a city in the Nashville metropolitan area of Middle Tennessee. It is the largest suburb of Nashville and the sixth largest city in Tennessee. Since the 1990s, Murfreesboro has been Tennessee's fastest growing major city and one of the fastest growing cities in the country. Murfreesboro is home to Middle Tennessee State University, the second largest undergraduate university in the state of Tennessee, with almost 23,000 students in 2014.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 43m. Total distance: 82.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 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 52.2 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 14.8 miles (SR 46): Lane positioning matters here; at 19.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 76.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
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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