Origin
Burns, TN
Evening in Burns on Sunday
Local time
5:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Burns, TN to Murfreesboro, TN
Drive Time
1h 22m
Distance
68.1 mi
110 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 16m
★
6 AM
1h 23m
8 AM
1h 35m
10 AM
1h 27m
12 PM
1h 26m
3 PM
1h 28m
5 PM
1h 35m
8 PM
1h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Burns, TN
ArtHouse Studio
Murfreesboro, TN
Kelly
Trip Overview
Spanning 68.1 miles across Tennessee, this drive from Burns to Murfreesboro is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 22 minutes. Because of the manageable distance, this trip is perfectly suited for a single-day outing, requiring no overnight stays. You can expect to spend roughly $10 on fuel, making it a very budget-friendly transit through the Southeast. The route primarily utilizes I-40, I-24, and Highway 96 to bridge the gap between these two locations. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a day trip, the straightforward nature of the path ensures you spend less time behind the wheel and more time at your destination.
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
34.1 miles from Burns, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 40m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 96% of the journey spent on high-speed roads. You will find yourself navigating a mix of interstate transit and local highway segments, providing a consistent pace for your commute. The longest uninterrupted stretch is a 25.2-mile run along I-24, which allows you to settle into a steady rhythm. While the drive lacks technical turns or slow-moving scenic routes, it offers a functional and efficient path between regions. You should prepare for a standard interstate experience that prioritizes speed and directness over winding, rural backroads.
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.
I 24 is the longest continuous segment at about 25.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 0.2 miles in near SR 96 / Highway 96.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 68.1 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 0.2 miles (SR 96 / Highway 96): Navigation decision point; at 31.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 39.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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SR 96 / Highway 96
At end of road, turn left onto SR 96 / Highway 96
Navigation decision point
7
31.9 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Take the exit toward I 440 East: Knoxville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 206
Toward I 440 East: Knoxville
7
39.3 mi into trip
|
~47m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 24 East: Chattanooga
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 24 East: Chattanooga
7
65 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m 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
67.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m 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 |
|---|---|---|
| I 24 | 25.2 mi | 27m |
| I 40 | 23.5 mi | 25m |
| Highway 96 | 8 mi | 11m |
| Debra K Johnson Memorial Parkway | 7 mi | 8m |
| Old Fort Parkway | 2 mi | 3m |
| Northwest Broad Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Church Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 24
— 25.2 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Burns, TN and Murfreesboro, TN.
1
Start on SR 47
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Church Street
2
At end of road, turn left onto SR 96
8.0 mi
·
11 min
·
Highway 96
3
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 40 East: Nashville
4
Merge onto I 40
23 mi
·
25 min
·
I 40
Use the none lane.
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 206
Toward I 440 East: Knoxville
Use the slight right lane.
6
Continue on I 440
7.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Debra K Johnson Memorial Parkway
Use the none lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
Toward I 24 East: Chattanooga
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 24
25 mi
·
27 min
·
I 24
Use the none / 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
·
West Main Street
15
Turn right onto South Maple Street
138 ft
·
4 sec
·
South Maple Street
16
Turn slight left onto South Public Square
467 ft
·
12 sec
·
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
·
East Main Street
19
Turn right onto South Spring Street
84 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Spring Street
20
Arrive at destination
South Spring Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours is always wise when traveling on major interstates. There are no mandatory stops required for a drive of this length, so you can easily complete the trip in one go. Keep in mind that since the majority of your time is spent on I-24 and I-40, staying alert for changing traffic patterns is essential. Plan to keep your fuel budget around $10 for the round trip, and try to fill up before you leave Burns to avoid searching for stations during the highway portions of your journey. Taking advantage of the quick 1 hour and 22 minute travel time means you can easily plan your day around your arrival in Murfreesboro.
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 34.1 miles from Burns, TN, or about 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 25.2 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 68.1 miles or 1h 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.1 miles or 40m 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 8m
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 Burns, 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 Burns, TN
This is one driving day of about 68.1 miles and 1h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Burns, 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 I 24 for about 25.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.1 mi from Burns, TN · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 68.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.1 miles from Burns, 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
$10.34 one way
$20.69 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $11.40 | $22.81 |
| premium | $4.80 | $12.86 | $25.71 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $15.13 | $30.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.4 | 0 | $7.15 | $3.27 |
| Efficient EV | 17 | 0 | $5.96 | $2.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.2 | 0 | $9.53 | $4.36 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Evening in Murfreesboro on Sunday
Local time
5:24 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
20 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 22m 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 Burns, TN to Murfreesboro, TN covers 68.1 miles and takes about 1h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 24, I 40, Highway 96. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.1 miles from Burns, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.34 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 13 significant decision points across 68.1 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 0.2 miles (SR 96 / Highway 96): Navigation decision point; at 31.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 39.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Burns, TN to Murfreesboro, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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