Origin
City of Murfreesboro, TN
Evening in City of Murfreesboro on Sunday
Local time
5:09 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from City of Murfreesboro, TN to Crossville, TN
Drive Time
2h 9m
Distance
113.6 mi
183 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 1m
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6 AM
2h 10m
8 AM
2h 28m
10 AM
2h 16m
12 PM
2h 14m
3 PM
2h 17m
5 PM
2h 27m
8 PM
2h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
City of Murfreesboro, TN
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Crossville, TN
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Murfreesboro to Crossville, you can expect a straightforward journey covering 113.6 miles. The drive typically takes about 2 hours and 9 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. You will rely primarily on I-40, Tennessee National Guard Parkway, and North Main Street to complete the trek. Budgeting around $17 for fuel should cover your travel costs comfortably. Since both cities are located within the Southeast region of Tennessee, you will experience a consistent regional feel throughout your time on the road. It is an efficient route that prioritizes speed and directness over detours.
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
56.8 miles from City of Murfreesboro, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 6m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 91% of your journey spent on high-speed thoroughfares. You will quickly settle into a rhythm once you merge onto I-40, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 82 miles. While the interstate portion allows for steady cruising, the transition onto the Tennessee National Guard Parkway and North Main Street brings a shift in pace as you approach your destination. The road personality is functional and consistent, designed for those who prefer to cover ground efficiently. Expect a predictable experience behind the wheel that favors highway miles over winding, technical backroads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 40 is the longest continuous segment at about 82 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and Tennessee National Guard Parkway. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near SR 96 / Old Fort Parkway.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 113.6 miles you will encounter 8 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 0.4 miles (SR 96 / Old Fort Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 1 miles (US 41; US 70S / Northwest Broad Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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SR 96 / Old Fort Parkway
Turn left onto SR 96 / Old Fort Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
1 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
1 mi into trip
|
~3m in
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US 41; US 70S / Northwest Broad Street
Turn left onto US 41; US 70S / Northwest Broad Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
9
26.9 mi into trip
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~33m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 40 East: Knoxville, Lebanon
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 76A
Toward I 40 East: Knoxville, Lebanon
6
109.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 3m in
Take the exit toward US 127, TN 28: Crossville, Jamestown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 317
Toward US 127, TN 28: Crossville, Jamestown
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from City of Murfreesboro, TN to Crossville, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Lebanon along the way.
Lebanon
26.9 mi in
|
~33m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 82 mi | 1h 28m |
| Tennessee National Guard Parkway | 20.9 mi | 22m |
| North Main Street | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| Northwest Broad Street | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| New Nashville Highway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Golf Lane | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Old Fort Parkway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 82 mi, about 1h 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between City of Murfreesboro, TN and Crossville, TN.
1
Start on Golf Lane
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Golf Lane
2
Turn left onto SR 96
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
Old Fort Parkway
Use the none lane.
3
Turn slight right
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
4
Keep slight left at fork
182 ft
·
9 sec
5
Turn left onto US 41; US 70S
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Northwest Broad Street
Use the none lane.
6
Continue on US 41; US 70S
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
New Nashville Highway
7
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 840 East: Knoxville
8
Merge onto I 840
21 mi
·
22 min
·
Tennessee National Guard Parkway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 76A
Toward I 40 East: Knoxville, Lebanon
Use the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto I 40
82 mi
·
1 hr 28 min
·
I 40
Use the none lane.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 317
Toward US 127, TN 28: Crossville, Jamestown
12
Turn straight onto US 127
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
North Main Street
13
Arrive at destination
US 127
Trip Plan
Since the total drive time is just over two hours, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure schedule. You can easily manage the entire 113.6-mile stretch without needing a formal overnight stop, allowing you to reach Crossville in a single push. To keep your travel budget on track, keep that $17 fuel estimate in mind when planning your fill-ups. Because the majority of your time is spent on I-40, keep a close watch on traffic patterns and potential congestion during peak morning or evening hours. Taking advantage of the shorter duration means you can focus your energy on your plans in Crossville rather than spending your day behind the wheel.
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 56.8 miles from City of Murfreesboro, TN, or about 1h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 82 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 80 miles or 1h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 56.8 miles or 1h 6m 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 45m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Crossville, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving City of 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 City of Murfreesboro, TN
This is one driving day of about 113.6 miles and 2h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from City of Murfreesboro, 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 40 for about 82 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 56.8 mi from City of Murfreesboro, TN · 1h 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
57 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 56.8 miles from City of Murfreesboro, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 82 miles.
Arriving in Crossville, TN
The final approach into Crossville, 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 Crossville, 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
$17.25 one way
$34.51 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
40 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $19.02 | $38.04 |
| premium | $4.80 | $21.45 | $42.89 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $25.24 | $50.48 |
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: 39.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.1 | 0 | $11.93 | $5.45 |
| Efficient EV | 28.4 | 0 | $9.94 | $4.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 45.4 | 0 | $15.90 | $7.27 |
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Crossville, TN
Evening in Crossville on Sunday
Local time
5:09 PM
CDT
Current temp
60°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
4 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
2h 9m 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 City of Murfreesboro, TN to Crossville, TN covers 113.6 miles and takes about 2h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, Tennessee National Guard Parkway, North Main Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 56.8 miles from City of Murfreesboro, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.25 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 113.6 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (SR 96 / Old Fort Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 1 miles (US 41; US 70S / Northwest Broad Street): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from City of Murfreesboro, TN to Crossville, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Lebanon along the way.
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