Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
38m
Distance
30.1 mi
48 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
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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Oak Hill, TN
Andy Staver
This short, 30.1-mile drive from Murfreesboro, TN, to Oak Hill, TN, is easily manageable in about 38 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll primarily be on I-24, with some segments on Harding Place and Old Fort Parkway. The estimated fuel cost is around $5, which is quite budget-friendly for a journey of this nature. Since it's a quick trip within the Southeast region, you won't need an overnight stay. This route offers a straightforward, highway-focused experience ideal for a quick local excursion.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 24 | 21.7 mi | 23m |
| Harding Place | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Old Fort Parkway | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Battery Lane | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Northwest Broad Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Public Square | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Murfreesboro, TN and Oak Hill, 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
Turn left
Turn left onto SR 255
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 255
Continue on Battery Lane
Turn left onto Dustin Lane
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 24.8 — 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
Turn right onto North Church Street
Navigation decision point
Turn slight left onto North Public Square
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 24
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward SR 255: Harding Place
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$4.71 one way
$9.41 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.17 | $10.33 |
| premium | $4.89 | $5.79 | $11.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.65 | $13.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9 | 0 | $3.16 | $1.44 |
| Efficient EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.63 | $1.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12 | 0 | $4.21 | $1.93 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Morning in Murfreesboro on Sunday
Local time
6:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
88°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Morning in Oak Hill on Sunday
Local time
6:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
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.
Expect a highway-focused drive with approximately 78% of the journey utilizing major roadways like I-24. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 21.7 miles on I-24, offering a good opportunity to maintain steady progress. While predominantly highway, the initial and final segments may involve more localized road transitions. This profile suggests a drive that prioritizes efficiency over extensive scenic detours, keeping you moving at a consistent pace for most of the trip.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 24 and Harding Place. You will hit about 13 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 30.1 miles you will encounter 13 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 0.1 miles (North Church Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (North Public Square): Lane positioning matters here.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 38m. Total distance: 30.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
38m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). 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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