Origin
Murfreesboro, TN
Late night in Murfreesboro on Sunday
Local time
12:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Murfreesboro, TN to Dunlap, 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 44m
Distance
76.1 mi
122 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 36m
★
6 AM
1h 44m
8 AM
2h 0m
10 AM
1h 49m
12 PM
1h 48m
3 PM
1h 50m
5 PM
1h 59m
8 PM
1h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Murfreesboro, TN
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Dunlap, TN
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Trip Overview
This 76.1-mile drive from Murfreesboro, TN to Dunlap, TN is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 44 minutes. You'll navigate primarily via John Bragg Highway and TN 8, with a portion on Harrison Ferry Road. With a fuel cost estimated at $12, it's an economical excursion. The route is characterized by frequent turns, suggesting a more local and less highway-centric experience. Since it's a relatively short journey, you can depart at your leisure and arrive in Dunlap with plenty of daylight to spare, enjoying the Southeast's regional charm throughout.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
38 miles from Murfreesboro, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| John Bragg Highway | 15.6 mi | 18m |
| Harrison Ferry Road | 12.3 mi | 17m |
| TN 8 | 12.3 mi | 16m |
| Nashville Highway | 10.1 mi | 11m |
| McMinnville Highway | 8.2 mi | 10m |
| State Highway 8 | 7.3 mi | 10m |
| West Main Street | 3.5 mi | 7m |
| Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard | 2.1 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
John Bragg Highway
— 15.6 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Murfreesboro, TN and Dunlap, TN.
1
Start on South Spring Street
292 ft
·
16 sec
·
South Spring Street
2
Turn right onto East Vine Street
371 ft
·
23 sec
·
East Vine Street
3
Turn left onto South Church Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
South Church Street
4
Turn left onto US 41; US 70S
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
·
Southeast Broad Street
5
Turn left onto US 70S
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard
6
Continue on US 70S
16 mi
·
18 min
·
John Bragg Highway
7
Continue on US 70S
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
8
Continue on US 70S; SR 53
8.2 mi
·
10 min
·
McMinnville Highway
9
Continue on US 70S
10 mi
·
11 min
·
Nashville Highway
10
Continue on US 70S
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
West Main Street
11
Continue on SR 380
308 ft
·
11 sec
·
West Main Street
12
Continue on SR 380
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
West Main Street
13
Continue on SR 380
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
East Main Street
14
At end of road, turn left onto SR 56
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Beersheba Highway
15
Turn slight left onto TN 8
12 mi
·
17 min
·
Harrison Ferry Road
16
Continue on TN 8
7.3 mi
·
10 min
·
State Highway 8
17
At end of road, turn right onto TN 8; TN 111
12 mi
·
16 min
·
TN 8; TN 111
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
21 sec
19
Turn straight onto US 127
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Rankin Avenue
20
Arrive at destination
US 127
Trip Plan
For this 1 hour and 44-minute drive, starting your day without a strict schedule is advisable due to the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile. You won't need to split this 76.1-mile trip, and with a fuel cost of around $12, it's budget-friendly. Consider departing mid-morning to avoid any early rush and allow for a relaxed pace, especially since there are no designated stops. Keep an eye on your navigation as you transition between John Bragg Highway, Harrison Ferry Road, and TN 8 to ensure you’re on the correct path for your 76.1-mile journey to Dunlap.
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 38 miles from Murfreesboro, TN, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15.6 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 17 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38 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 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dunlap, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Murfreesboro, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Murfreesboro, TN
This is one driving day of about 76.1 miles and 1h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Murfreesboro, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on John Bragg Highway for about 15.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 38 miles from Murfreesboro, 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 75 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 61.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
East Vine Street
Turn right onto East Vine Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
South Church Street
Turn left onto South Church Street
Navigation decision point
3
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 41; US 70S / Southeast Broad Street
Turn left onto US 41; US 70S / Southeast Broad Street
Navigation decision point
4
40.7 mi into trip
|
~54m in
|
SR 56 / Beersheba Highway
At end of road, turn left onto SR 56 / Beersheba Highway
Navigation decision point
4
61.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
|
TN 8; TN 111
At end of road, turn right onto TN 8; TN 111
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.90 one way
$23.79 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $13.06 | $26.13 |
| premium | $4.89 | $14.64 | $29.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.80 | $33.60 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.8 | 0 | $7.99 | $3.65 |
| Efficient EV | 19 | 0 | $6.66 | $3.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.4 | 0 | $10.65 | $4.87 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Dunlap, TN
Late night in Dunlap on Sunday
Local time
12:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
51°F
McMinnville, TN
38 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
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 44m 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
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' for this 76.1-mile journey. Only 26% of this route utilizes highways, meaning you'll spend most of your time on local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 15.6 miles on John Bragg Highway. The frequent turns indicate a route that weaves through local communities and varied terrain, rather than a straightforward interstate cruise. Be prepared for a more engaging driving experience that requires your attention to navigate the various road changes.
Only 26% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 15.6 mi on John Bragg Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near East Vine Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Murfreesboro, TN to Dunlap, TN is easy. At 1h 44m with 26% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East Vine Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (South Church Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (US 41; US 70S / Southeast Broad Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 44m. Total distance: 76.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (26%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 15.6 miles on John Bragg Highway. 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 0.1 miles (East Vine Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (South Church Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (US 41; US 70S / Southeast Broad Street): Navigation decision point.
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 Dunlap, 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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