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 Dyersburg, TN
Drive Time
3h 44m
Distance
199 mi
320 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$30
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 32m
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6 AM
3h 45m
8 AM
4h 10m
10 AM
3h 54m
12 PM
3h 51m
3 PM
3h 55m
5 PM
4h 9m
8 PM
3h 37m
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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Dyersburg, TN
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Trip Overview
Spanning 199 miles across Tennessee, this drive from Murfreesboro to Dyersburg is a straightforward journey that typically takes 3 hours and 44 minutes. Because the route is almost entirely highway-focused, it is easily manageable as a single-day trip without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $30 for fuel to complete the trek. By connecting the Southeast regions of the state, the trip moves you efficiently from the outskirts of the Nashville area toward the western plains. It is a practical, no-nonsense route ideal for travelers looking to reach their destination with minimal fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
99.5 miles from City of Murfreesboro, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 51m into the drive .
Drive Character
With 99% of the journey spent on major thoroughfares, you can expect a very consistent, highway-focused experience. Your route relies heavily on I-40, the Tennessee National Guard Parkway, and US 412 to move you across the state. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch early on, covering 96.4 miles along I-40. The transition between these roads keeps the pace steady, offering a reliable drive that favors speed and directness over winding local backroads. Expect a highly predictable road surface that allows you to maintain a steady rhythm throughout the nearly four-hour duration.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 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 96.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and Tennessee National Guard Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near SR 96 / Old Fort Parkway.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 199 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 0.4 miles (SR 96 / Old Fort Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 156.5 miles (US 412): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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SR 96 / Old Fort Parkway
Turn right onto SR 96 / Old Fort Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
5.6 mi into trip
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~8m in
Take the exit toward I 840 West: Memphis, Franklin
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 74A
Toward I 840 West: Memphis, Franklin
6
156.5 mi into trip
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~2h 52m in
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US 412
Take the exit onto US 412 toward US 412 West: Alamo, Dyersburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 79
Toward US 412 West: Alamo, Dyersburg
7
156.7 mi into trip
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~2h 52m in
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US 412
Keep slight left at fork onto US 412 toward US 412 West: Alamo, Dyersburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 412 West: Alamo, Dyersburg
8
156.8 mi into trip
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~2h 52m in
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US 412
Keep slight right at fork onto US 412 toward US 412 West: Alamo, Dyersburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward US 412 West: Alamo, Dyersburg
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 96.4 mi | 1h 43m |
| Tennessee National Guard Parkway | 53.7 mi | 58m |
| US 412 | 39.2 mi | 47m |
| I 24 | 3.3 mi | 3m |
| SR 104 | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Old Fort Parkway | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Golf Lane | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| TN 104 | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 96.4 mi, about 1h 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between City of Murfreesboro, TN and Dyersburg, TN.
1
Start on Golf Lane
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Golf Lane
2
Turn right onto SR 96
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Old Fort Parkway
Use the none lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 24 West: Nashville
4
Merge onto I 24
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
I 24
Use the none lane.
5
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 74A
Toward I 840 West: Memphis, Franklin
Use the right lane.
6
Merge onto I 840
54 mi
·
58 min
·
Tennessee National Guard Parkway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 40
96 mi
·
1 hr 43 min
·
I 40
Use the none lane.
8
Take the exit onto US 412
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
US 412
Exit 79
Toward US 412 West: Alamo, Dyersburg
9
Keep slight left at fork onto US 412
268 ft
·
6 sec
·
US 412
Toward US 412 West: Alamo, Dyersburg
10
Keep slight right at fork onto US 412
27 mi
·
32 min
·
US 412
Toward US 412 West: Alamo, Dyersburg
Use the none lane.
11
Continue on US 412
12 mi
·
14 min
·
US 412
Use the none lane.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
Toward TN 104: Dyersburg, Trenton
13
Turn left onto TN 104
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
TN 104
14
Continue on SR 104
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
SR 104
Use the none lane.
15
Turn right onto US 51 Bus; SR 104
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
North Main Avenue
16
At end of road, turn left onto US 51 Bus; SR 104
63 ft
·
1 sec
·
McGaughey Street
17
Arrive at destination
US 51 Bus; SR 104
Trip Plan
Given the total travel time of under four hours, you have plenty of flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule best. Plan for at least one dedicated stop along the way to stretch your legs and refresh, especially since the majority of the drive is spent on high-speed interstate segments. Since you are utilizing major routes like I-40 and US 412, keep a close eye on traffic patterns during peak commute hours near the Murfreesboro starting point. If you find the highway pace fatiguing, use the transition onto the Tennessee National Guard Parkway as a natural marker to evaluate your fuel levels and overall comfort before the final push into Dyersburg.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 99.5 miles from City of Murfreesboro, TN, or about 1h 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 96.4 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 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 99.5 miles or 1h 51m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dyersburg, 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 199 miles and 3h 44m.
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.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 96.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 99.5 mi from City of Murfreesboro, TN · 1h 51m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
100 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 99.5 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 96.4 miles.
Arriving in Dyersburg, TN
The final approach into Dyersburg, 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 Dyersburg, 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
$30.23 one way
$60.45 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
70 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $33.32 | $66.64 |
| premium | $4.80 | $37.57 | $75.13 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $44.21 | $88.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 69.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 59.7 | 0 | $20.89 | $9.55 |
| Efficient EV | 49.8 | 0 | $17.41 | $7.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 79.6 | 0 | $27.86 | $12.74 |
Gas CO2
70 kg
EV CO2
23 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
Dyersburg, TN
Evening in Dyersburg on Sunday
Local time
5:09 PM
CDT
Current temp
62°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
2 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
3h 44m 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 Dyersburg, TN covers 199 miles and takes about 3h 44m 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, US 412. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 99.5 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 $30.23 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 199 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 0.4 miles (SR 96 / Old Fort Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 156.5 miles (US 412): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from City of Murfreesboro, TN to Dyersburg, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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