Origin
Murfreesboro, TN
Late night in Murfreesboro on Sunday
Local time
2:50 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Murfreesboro, TN to Lynchburg, TN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
56m
Distance
41.5 mi
67 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 52m
★
6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 6m
10 AM
1h 0m
12 PM
0h 59m
3 PM
1h 0m
5 PM
1h 5m
8 PM
0h 54m
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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Lynchburg, TN
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 41.5-mile drive from Murfreesboro, TN, to Lynchburg, TN, takes about 56 minutes and is best suited as a single-day excursion. With a minimal fuel cost estimated at $6, it's an economical trip. You'll primarily navigate local roads like Kingree Road and Shelbyville Highway, with no significant highway driving involved. The journey is characterized by frequent turns, making it a more engaging local experience rather than a high-speed transit. This route is perfect for a short, easy day trip within the Southeast region, offering a manageable and pleasant travel experience.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Kingree Road | 12.8 mi | 19m |
| Shelbyville Highway | 11.5 mi | 13m |
| Florida Short Route | 6.3 mi | 7m |
| South Church Street | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| North Main Street | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Lynchburg Highway | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| North Jefferson Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| South Brittain Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Kingree Road
— 12.8 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Murfreesboro, TN and Lynchburg, 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
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
South Church Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Continue on US 231
12 mi
·
13 min
·
Shelbyville Highway
5
Merge onto US 231
6.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Florida Short Route
6
Continue on US 231; SR 82
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
North Main Street
7
Turn left onto SR 64; SR 82; SR 130
478 ft
·
8 sec
·
East Lane Street
8
Continue on SR 64; SR 82; SR 130
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
North Jefferson Street
9
Continue on SR 82
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
South Brittain Street
10
Turn left onto SR 82
13 mi
·
19 min
·
Kingree Road
11
At end of road, turn right onto SR 55
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Lynchburg Highway
12
Turn left onto Hiles Street
77 ft
·
2 sec
·
Hiles Street
13
Arrive at destination
Hiles Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 41.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.8 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 41.5 — 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
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
South Church Street
Turn left onto South Church Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
25.3 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
SR 64; SR 82; SR 130 / East Lane Street
Turn left onto SR 64; SR 82; SR 130 / East Lane Street
Navigation decision point
4
39 mi into trip
|
~52m in
|
SR 55 / Lynchburg Highway
At end of road, turn right onto SR 55 / Lynchburg Highway
Navigation decision point
4
41.5 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
Hiles Street
Turn left onto Hiles Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.49 one way
$12.98 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.12 | $14.25 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.99 | $15.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.16 | $18.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.36 | $1.99 |
| Efficient EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.63 | $1.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.81 | $2.66 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Lynchburg, TN
Late night in Lynchburg on Sunday
Local time
2:50 AM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
6 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
56m 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' with a 0% highway share, meaning you'll be on surface streets and county roads for the entire 41.5 miles. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 12.8 miles on Kingree Road, so be prepared for frequent adjustments in direction. This isn't a route for setting speed records; it’s more about navigating through local communities and countryside. The character of the drive is defined by its local roads, requiring your attention to road signs and turns throughout the entire 56-minute duration.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 12.8 mi on Kingree Road.
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 Lynchburg, TN is easy. At 56m with 0% 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): Lane positioning matters here; at 25.3 miles (SR 64; SR 82; SR 130 / East Lane Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 56m. Total distance: 41.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 12.8 miles on Kingree Road. 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): Lane positioning matters here; at 25.3 miles (SR 64; SR 82; SR 130 / East Lane 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 Lynchburg, 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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