Origin
Bon Aqua Junction, TN
Night in Bon Aqua Junction on Tuesday
Local time
10:11 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Bon Aqua Junction, TN to Murfreesboro, TN
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 11m
Distance
59.2 mi
95 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 6m
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6 AM
1h 12m
8 AM
1h 23m
10 AM
1h 16m
12 PM
1h 14m
3 PM
1h 16m
5 PM
1h 22m
8 PM
1h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bon Aqua Junction, TN
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Murfreesboro, TN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Bon Aqua Junction, TN to Murfreesboro, TN covers 59.2 miles and takes about 1h 11m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Tennessee National Guard Parkway, State Highway 100, I 24 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 44.7 miles on Tennessee National Guard Parkway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.26 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
29.6 miles from Bon Aqua Junction, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 35m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 1h 11m highway drive covering 59.2 miles, with most of the trip on Tennessee National Guard Parkway and State Highway 100. The longest continuous stretch is about 44.7 miles on Tennessee National Guard Parkway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Tennessee National Guard Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 44.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Tennessee National Guard Parkway and State Highway 100. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7.7 miles in near I 840 / Tennessee National Guard Parkway.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 59.2 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7.7 miles (I 840 / Tennessee National Guard Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 52.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 53.2 miles (I 24): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
7.7 mi into trip
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~11m in
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I 840 / Tennessee National Guard Parkway
Merge onto I 840 / Tennessee National Guard Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
52.4 mi into trip
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~59m in
Take the exit toward I 24 East: Chattanooga
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 53A
Toward I 24 East: Chattanooga
5
53.2 mi into trip
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~1h 1m in
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I 24
Merge onto I 24
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
56.1 mi into trip
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~1h 5m in
Take the exit toward SR 96 East: Murfreesboro
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 78B
Toward SR 96 East: Murfreesboro
6
58.5 mi into trip
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~1h 10m in
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US 41; US 70S; US 231 / Northwest Broad Street
Turn right onto US 41; US 70S; US 231 / Northwest Broad Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee National Guard Parkway | 44.7 mi | 47m |
| State Highway 100 | 5.7 mi | 8m |
| I 24 | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Old Fort Parkway | 2 mi | 3m |
| State Highway 46 | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Fairview Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Northwest Broad Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Tennessee National Guard Parkway
— 44.7 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bon Aqua Junction, TN and Murfreesboro, TN.
1
Start on TN 100
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 100
2
Continue on TN 100
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 46
3
Continue on TN 100
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 100
4
Continue on TN 100
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
Fairview Boulevard
5
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 840 East: Franklin
6
Merge onto I 840
45 mi
·
47 min
·
Tennessee National Guard Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
2 min
Exit 53A
Toward I 24 East: Chattanooga
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 24
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
I 24
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 78B
Toward SR 96 East: Murfreesboro
Use the right lane.
10
Turn straight onto SR 96
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Old Fort Parkway
Use the straight lane.
11
Turn slight right
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
12
Keep slight right at fork
181 ft
·
6 sec
13
Turn right onto US 41; US 70S; US 231
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Northwest Broad Street
Use the right lane.
14
Turn left onto West Main Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
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West Main Street
15
Turn right onto South Maple Street
138 ft
·
4 sec
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South Maple Street
16
Turn slight left onto South Public Square
467 ft
·
12 sec
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South Public Square
17
Turn slight right onto East Main Street
47 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Main Street
18
Continue on East Main Street
347 ft
·
13 sec
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East Main Street
19
Turn right onto South Spring Street
84 ft
·
3 sec
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South Spring Street
20
Arrive at destination
South Spring Street
Trip Plan
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 29.6 miles from Bon Aqua Junction, TN, or about 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 44.7 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 59.2 miles or 1h 11m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 29.6 miles or 35m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 57m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Murfreesboro, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bon Aqua Junction, 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 Bon Aqua Junction, TN
This is one driving day of about 59.2 miles and 1h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bon Aqua Junction, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Tennessee National Guard Parkway for about 44.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.6 mi from Bon Aqua Junction, TN · 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 59.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.6 miles from Bon Aqua Junction, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Murfreesboro, TN
The final approach into Murfreesboro, TN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Murfreesboro, TN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.26 one way
$18.51 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.16 | $20.32 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.39 | $22.79 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.07 | $26.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.22 | $2.84 |
| Efficient EV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.18 | $2.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.7 | 0 | $8.29 | $3.79 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Murfreesboro, TN
Night in Murfreesboro on Tuesday
Local time
10:11 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°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
1 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
1h 11m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Bon Aqua Junction, TN to Murfreesboro, TN covers 59.2 miles and takes about 1h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Tennessee National Guard Parkway, State Highway 100, I 24. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.6 miles from Bon Aqua Junction, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.26 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 59.2 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 7.7 miles (I 840 / Tennessee National Guard Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 52.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 53.2 miles (I 24): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Bon Aqua Junction, TN to Murfreesboro, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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