Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 20m
Distance
63.7 mi
103 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
White Bluff, TN
Kelly
Murfreesboro, TN
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This 63.7-mile drive from White Bluff, TN to Murfreesboro, TN is a straightforward, one-day trip that should take about 1 hour and 20 minutes. With a modest fuel cost of around $11, it's an economical option for a quick journey within the Southeast region. The route primarily utilizes local roads, suggesting a more engaged driving experience rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. Given its short length and duration, this trip is perfectly suited for a single day of travel, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. It's a practical choice if you're looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B without significant time commitment.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 24 | 25.2 mi | 27m |
| I 40 | 12.9 mi | 13m |
| US Highway 70 | 8.8 mi | 13m |
| Debra K Johnson Memorial Parkway | 7 mi | 8m |
| Broadway Street | 4.3 mi | 6m |
| Old Fort Parkway | 2 mi | 3m |
| Mc Crory Lane | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| McCrory Lane | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between White Bluff, TN and Murfreesboro, TN.
Start on US 70
Continue on US 70
Turn right onto Mc Crory Lane
Continue on McCrory Lane
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 40
Take the exit
Continue on I 440
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 24
Take the exit
Turn straight onto SR 96
Turn slight right
Keep slight right at fork
Turn right onto US 41; US 70S; US 231
Turn left onto West Main Street
Turn right onto South Maple Street
Turn slight left onto South Public Square
Turn slight right onto East Main Street
Continue on East Main Street
Turn right onto South Spring Street
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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.
A short stop after about 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 31.9 miles from White Bluff, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 14.7 and 63.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 440 East: Knoxville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork toward I 24 East: Chattanooga
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward SR 96 East: Murfreesboro
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto US 41; US 70S; US 231 / Northwest Broad Street
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$9.96 one way
$19.92 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.93 | $21.87 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.26 | $24.52 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.06 | $28.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.1 | 0 | $6.69 | $3.06 |
| Efficient EV | 15.9 | 0 | $5.57 | $2.55 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.5 | 0 | $8.92 | $4.08 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Late night in White Bluff on Sunday
Local time
2:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Late night in Murfreesboro on Sunday
Local time
2:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Mostly Cloudy
84°F
Belle Meade, TN
32 mi in
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 'turn-heavy local drive' for this 63.7-mile journey, meaning you'll be navigating numerous intersections and local road segments rather than open highways. With a 0% highway share, you won't encounter any interstate cruising here. The route is broken up by frequent turns, so there isn't a 'longest stretch' of uninterrupted driving that stands out. This type of road profile means you'll be more actively involved in the driving, keeping an eye on navigation and local traffic patterns throughout the 1 hour and 20-minute duration.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 24 and I 40. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 14.7 miles in near I 40.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 63.7 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: at 14.7 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 27.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 34.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
306 ft
Total Descent
188 ft
Highest Point
659 ft
~58.1 mi in
Elevation Range
225 ft
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 20m. Total distance: 63.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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