Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 9m
Distance
97.4 mi
157 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Erin, TN
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This 97.4-mile drive from Murfreesboro, TN to Erin, TN takes approximately 2 hours and 9 minutes and is a great option for a single-day trip. With 79% of the route on highways, it offers a straightforward journey through the Southeast region. Expect to spend around $15 on fuel for this excursion. The drive is primarily focused on highway travel, making it efficient and easy to navigate. It's a manageable distance for a day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
48.7 miles from Murfreesboro, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee National Guard Parkway | 53.7 mi | 58m |
| Yellow Creek Road | 14.1 mi | 24m |
| SR 49 | 5.2 mi | 8m |
| TN 49 | 5.2 mi | 7m |
| SR 46 | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| I 24 | 3.3 mi | 3m |
| I 40 | 3.1 mi | 3m |
| Pond Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
Step-by-step road directions between Murfreesboro, TN and Erin, TN.
Start on South Spring Street
Turn left onto East Main Street
Turn right onto North Church Street
Turn slight left onto North Public Square
Turn slight right onto West Main Street
Turn right onto US 41; US 70S; US 231
Turn left
Turn straight onto SR 96
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 24
Take the exit
Merge onto I 840
Merge onto I 40
Take the exit
Turn right onto SR 46
Turn left onto US 70 Business
Continue on US 70
Turn right onto SR 46
Continue on SR 46
Turn left onto TN 49
Continue on SR 49
Turn left onto Spring Street
Arrive at destination
For this 2-hour and 9-minute drive, departing in the morning is ideal to maximize your time at your destination in Erin, TN. With a total fuel cost estimated at $15, you won't need extensive refueling stops, but it's always wise to top off before leaving Murfreesboro, TN. Since this is a relatively short, highway-centric route, you have the flexibility to make spontaneous stops if needed. Keep an eye out for the transition onto Yellow Creek Road; it's a good point to check your navigation and ensure you're on the right path.
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.
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 21 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.7 miles or 56m 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 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Erin, TN than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Murfreesboro, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Murfreesboro, TN
This is one driving day of about 97.4 miles and 2h 9m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
49 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.
A short stop after about 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 48.7 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 64 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto East Main Street
Navigation decision point
Merge onto I 24
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 840 West: Memphis, Franklin
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Merge onto I 840 / Tennessee National Guard Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward SR 46: Centerville, Dickson
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$15.23 one way
$30.45 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $16.72 | $33.44 |
| premium | $4.89 | $18.74 | $37.49 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.50 | $43.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.2 | 0 | $10.23 | $4.68 |
| Efficient EV | 24.4 | 0 | $8.52 | $3.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39 | 0 | $13.64 | $6.23 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (68% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Murfreesboro on Sunday
Local time
2:42 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Late night in Erin on Sunday
Local time
2:42 AM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
76°F
Burns, TN
49 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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This trip is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with a significant 79% of the journey utilizing main roads like Tennessee National Guard Parkway and SR 49. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 53.7 miles on Tennessee National Guard Parkway, which should feel like a consistent, flowing drive. While primarily highway, the inclusion of Yellow Creek Road suggests some variation, potentially offering a slightly different pace as you transition. The overall character is one of steady progress on well-traveled routes.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Tennessee National Guard Parkway and Yellow Creek Road. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Main Street.
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 97.4 miles you will encounter 17 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: near the start (East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.1 miles (I 24): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Murfreesboro, TN and Erin, TN, road signs point toward Franklin and Dickson.
Franklin
Dickson
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 9m. Total distance: 97.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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