Murfreesboro, TN to Powells Crossroads, TN is 90.6 miles and takes about 1 hour 46 minutes via I-24 and TN-28, with a fuel budget near $14 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Tennessee, moving from the Southeast region to another part of the Southeast. It's a straightforward trip that's mostly highway, making it an easy option for a quick excursion or a connection between two points. Plan for a largely uninterrupted cruise, perfect for getting where you need to go without much fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
45.3 miles from Murfreesboro, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 52m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 24
73.4 mi
1h 21m
SR 28
6.2 mi
8m
TN 28
5.1 mi
5m
SR 283
2.6 mi
4m
South Church Street
2.4 mi
3m
East Vine Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
South Spring Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Alvin C. York Highway
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 24
— 73.4 mi, about 1h 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Murfreesboro, TN and Powells Crossroads, 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
2.4 mi·3 min·South Church Street
4
Take the exit
0.4 mi·49 sec
Toward I 24 East: Chattanooga
5
Merge onto I 24
73 mi·1 hr 21 min·I 24
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi·35 sec
Toward Primary SR 28: Jasper, Dunlap
7
Turn left onto TN 28
5.1 mi·5 min·TN 28
8
Continue on SR 28
6.2 mi·8 min·SR 28
9
Continue on SR 283
2.6 mi·4 min·SR 283
10
Turn left onto SR 283
58 ft·1 sec·Alvin C. York Highway
11
Arrive at destination
SR 283
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of 1 hour 46 minutes, this drive is easily completed in a single day. You can leave Murfreesboro anytime, but consider an early start to maximize your daylight hours. With only 90.6 miles, you won't need many stops, but keep an eye on your fuel gauge; the $14 budget suggests filling up before you depart is wise. The longest stretch on I-24 is over 73 miles, so plan for a break before or after this section if you prefer shorter driving periods.
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 45.3 miles from Murfreesboro, TN, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 73.4 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 20 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.3 miles or 52m 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 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Powells Crossroads, 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 90.6 miles and 1h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Murfreesboro, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 24 for about 73.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 7
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 76.4 — 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
4
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|South Church Street
Turn left onto South Church Street
Navigation decision point
5
2.6 mi into trip|~4m in
Take the exit toward I 24 East: Chattanooga
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 24 East: Chattanooga
5
2.9 mi into trip|~5m in|I 24
Merge onto I 24
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
76.4 mi into trip|~1h 27m in
Take the exit toward Primary SR 28: Jasper, Dunlap
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Primary SR 28: Jasper, Dunlap
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.16 one way
$28.33 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg32 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$15.55
$31.10
premium
$4.89
$17.44
$34.87
diesel
$5.61
$20.00
$40.01
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
27.2
0
$9.51
$4.35
Efficient EV
22.7
0
$7.93
$3.62
EV Truck/SUV
36.2
0
$12.68
$5.80
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Murfreesboro, TN
Night
in Murfreesboro on Saturday
Local time
11:43 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Powells Crossroads, TN
Night
in Powells Crossroads on Saturday
Local time
11:43 PM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
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
27 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 46m 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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is 96% highway, meaning you'll spend almost the entire 1 hour 46 minute drive on major roads. The longest continuous stretch of highway is 73.4 miles on I-24. You'll transition from the interstate to surface roads, specifically TN-28, as you get closer to Powells Crossroads. Expect a consistent cruising speed for most of the trip.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 73.4 mi on I 24.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 24 and SR 28. 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 Effort1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Murfreesboro, TN to Powells Crossroads, TN is easy. At 1h 46m with 96% 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 2.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Murfreesboro, TN and Powells Crossroads, TN, road signs point toward Primary Sr 28: Jasper and Dunlap.
Primary Sr 28: Jasper
76.4 mi in|~1h 27m
Dunlap
76.4 mi in|~1h 27m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 46m. Total distance: 90.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 73.4 miles on I 24. 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 2.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
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 Powells Crossroads, TN before heading back.
