Origin
Shelbyville, TN
Morning in Shelbyville on Sunday
Local time
8:50 AM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Shelbyville, TN to City of Murfreesboro, TN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
35m
Distance
26.4 mi
42 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 32m
★
6 AM
0h 35m
8 AM
0h 41m
10 AM
0h 37m
12 PM
0h 37m
3 PM
0h 37m
5 PM
0h 41m
8 PM
0h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Shelbyville, TN
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City of Murfreesboro, TN
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Shelbyville to Murfreesboro, you are looking at a quick 26.4-mile journey that typically takes about 35 minutes to complete. This trip is perfectly suited for a one-day excursion, as the distance is short enough that you will not need to worry about overnight accommodations. With fuel costs estimated at $4, it is a very budget-friendly way to navigate between these two Southeast Tennessee locations. Both your starting point and destination sit within the same region, ensuring a consistent experience throughout the drive. Because the route is straightforward and efficient, you can easily fit it into a busy schedule without much logistical stress.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Florida Short Route | 9.2 mi | 10m |
| Shelbyville Highway | 8.6 mi | 9m |
| South Church Street | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| North Main Street | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| New Salem Highway | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| I 24 | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| Golf Lane | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| North Spring Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Florida Short Route
— 9.2 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shelbyville, TN and City of Murfreesboro, TN.
1
Start on Public Square North
223 ft
·
11 sec
·
Public Square North
2
Turn right onto North Spring Street
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
North Spring Street
3
Turn right onto SR 64; SR 130
355 ft
·
13 sec
·
Lane Parkway
4
Turn left onto SR 82
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
North Main Street
5
Continue on US 231; SR 82
9.2 mi
·
10 min
·
Florida Short Route
6
Continue on US 231; SR 269
8.6 mi
·
9 min
·
Shelbyville Highway
7
Continue on US 231
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
South Church Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward US 231 South: Shelbyville, Calsonic Arena, Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration
Use the left lane.
9
Merge onto I 24
0.7 mi
·
45 sec
·
I 24
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 80
Toward SR 99: New Salem Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
Toward SR 99 East
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
12
Turn straight onto SR 99
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
New Salem Highway
13
Continue on Golf Lane
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Golf Lane
14
Arrive at destination
Golf Lane
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 24.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
North Spring Street
Turn right onto North Spring Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
SR 64; SR 130 / Lane Parkway
Turn right onto SR 64; SR 130 / Lane Parkway
Navigation decision point
8
23.3 mi into trip
|
~28m in
Turn left toward US 231 South: Shelbyville, Calsonic Arena, Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward US 231 South: Shelbyville, Calsonic Aren...
7
24.3 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Take the exit toward SR 99: New Salem Highway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 80
Toward SR 99: New Salem Highway
7
24.7 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Keep slight right at fork toward SR 99 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward SR 99 East
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.13 one way
$8.25 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $4.53 | $9.06 |
| premium | $4.89 | $5.08 | $10.16 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.83 | $11.66 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.9 | 0 | $2.77 | $1.27 |
| Efficient EV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.31 | $1.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.6 | 0 | $3.70 | $1.69 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
City of Murfreesboro, TN
Morning in City of Murfreesboro on Sunday
Local time
8:50 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°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
28 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
35m 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 as you make your way north toward Murfreesboro. You will primarily navigate via the Florida Short Route, Shelbyville Highway, and South Church Street. While the road features a relatively low 3% highway share, it provides a functional connection between the two cities. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 9.2-mile segment along the Florida Short Route. Because of the frequent turns, you should stay attentive at the wheel throughout the duration of the trip rather than settling into a monotonous interstate cruise.
Only 3% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 9.2 mi on Florida Short Route.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Spring Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 26.4 miles you will encounter 7 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 (North Spring Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (SR 64; SR 130 / Lane Parkway): Navigation decision point; at 23.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
889 ft
579 ft
Total Climb
158 ft
Total Descent
339 ft
Highest Point
889 ft
~9.4 mi in
Elevation Range
310 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Shelbyville, TN and City of Murfreesboro, TN, road signs point toward Calsonic Arena and Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration.
Calsonic Arena
23.3 mi in
|
~28m
Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration
23.3 mi in
|
~28m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 35m. Total distance: 26.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (3%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 9.2 miles on Florida Short Route. 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: near the start (North Spring Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (SR 64; SR 130 / Lane Parkway): Navigation decision point; at 23.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 City of Murfreesboro, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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