Origin
Murfreesboro, TN
Night in Murfreesboro on Saturday
Local time
11:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Murfreesboro, TN to Signal Mountain, TN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 6m
Distance
108.4 mi
174 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 58m
★
6 AM
2h 7m
8 AM
2h 25m
10 AM
2h 13m
12 PM
2h 11m
3 PM
2h 14m
5 PM
2h 24m
8 PM
2h 1m
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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Signal Mountain, TN
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Trip Overview
Murfreesboro to Signal Mountain is 108.4 miles and takes about 2h 6m via I 24 and US 27, with a fuel budget near $17 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Tennessee, moving from the Southeast region to the Southeast region. It's a fairly direct route, mostly focused on interstate travel, making it a straightforward option for a quick trip. Given the relatively short duration, it's well-suited for a same-day excursion without feeling rushed.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
54.2 miles from Murfreesboro, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 24 | 96.5 mi | 1h 47m |
| US 27 | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| Signal Mountain Boulevard | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| South Church Street | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Signal Mountain Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| East Vine Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Spring Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Mississippi Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 24
— 96.5 mi, about 1h 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Murfreesboro, TN and Signal Mountain, TN.
1
Start on South Spring Street
292 ft
·
16 sec
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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
96 mi
·
1 hr 47 min
·
I 24
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 184B
Toward US 27 North: Downtown Chattanooga
7
Continue on US 27
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
US 27
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward US 127 North: Signal Mountain
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
10
Turn straight onto US 127
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Signal Mountain Road
11
Continue on US 127
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Signal Mountain Boulevard
12
Turn sharp left onto Mississippi Avenue
189 ft
·
8 sec
·
Mississippi Avenue
13
Arrive at destination
Mississippi Avenue
Trip Plan
For this 2h 6m drive, leaving in the morning or early afternoon should give you plenty of time to arrive before dark. With only 108.4 miles, you can easily complete this trip in one day, offering flexibility in your departure time. Consider fueling up before you leave Murfreesboro to take advantage of potentially lower prices, as the estimated fuel cost is $17. You won't need to worry about splitting this drive, but keep an eye out for the transition from I 24 to US 27 as you approach your destination.
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 54.2 miles from Murfreesboro, TN, or about 1h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 96.5 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 24 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 54.2 miles or 1h 2m 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 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Signal Mountain, 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.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 108.4 miles and 2h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 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 96.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
54 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 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 54.2 miles from Murfreesboro, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 24 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 96.5 miles.
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 85 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 108.4 — 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
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~0m in
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East Vine Street
Turn right onto East Vine 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
99.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 52m in
Take the exit toward US 27 North: Downtown Chattanooga
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 184B
Toward US 27 North: Downtown Chattanooga
5
108.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 6m in
|
Mississippi Avenue
Turn sharp left onto Mississippi Avenue
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.95 one way
$33.89 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
38 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $18.61 | $37.21 |
| premium | $4.89 | $20.86 | $41.72 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.93 | $47.87 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32.5 | 0 | $11.38 | $5.20 |
| Efficient EV | 27.1 | 0 | $9.49 | $4.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 43.4 | 0 | $15.18 | $6.94 |
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 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.
Destination
Signal Mountain, TN
Late night in Signal Mountain on Sunday
Local time
12:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
7 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
2h 6m 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?
This route is predominantly highway, with 92% of the 108.4 miles on interstates like I 24. You'll experience a long stretch of 96.5 miles on I 24 before transitioning. The final leg involves US 27 and Signal Mountain Boulevard, shifting to surface roads for the last portion of your drive. Expect a high volume of exits and merges on the interstate sections.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 96.5 mi on I 24.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 24 and US 27. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near East Vine Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 6m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East Vine Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 2.9 miles (I 24): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 6m. Total distance: 108.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 96.5 miles on I 24. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East Vine Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 2.9 miles (I 24): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Signal Mountain, 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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