Origin
City of Murfreesboro, TN
Afternoon in City of Murfreesboro on Sunday
Local time
3:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from City of Murfreesboro, TN to Lafayette, TN
Drive Time
1h 23m
Distance
68.7 mi
111 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great 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 17m
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6 AM
1h 24m
8 AM
1h 37m
10 AM
1h 28m
12 PM
1h 27m
3 PM
1h 29m
5 PM
1h 36m
8 PM
1h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
City of Murfreesboro, TN
Kelly
Lafayette, TN
Kelly
Trip Overview
Traveling from Murfreesboro to Lafayette is a straightforward 68.7-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 23 minutes. Because this is a relatively short trip, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight lodging. You can expect to spend approximately $10 on fuel, making this an affordable transit between these two Southeast Tennessee locations. The route relies heavily on major thoroughfares, keeping the navigation simple and efficient. Whether you are heading out for business or a visit, the quick turnaround time provides plenty of flexibility in your schedule. It’s an uncomplicated drive that gets you from point A to point B without any unnecessary complexity.
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
34.3 miles from City of Murfreesboro, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 42m into the drive .
Drive Character
This highway-focused route is defined by its efficiency, with 78% of your time spent on high-speed roads. You will navigate a mix of I-40, the Tennessee National Guard Parkway, and Nashville Highway as you transition toward your destination. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 32.5 miles on I-40, allowing you to settle into a consistent pace early on. As you move away from the interstate sections, the road environment shifts to local highway driving. Expect a practical, no-nonsense experience behind the wheel that prioritizes steady movement over technical curves or winding backroads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 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 32.5 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
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 68.7 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 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 10 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
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~3m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
1 mi into trip
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~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.
5
6 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 none / straight / slight right lanes.
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
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from City of Murfreesboro, TN to Lafayette, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Lebanon along the way.
Lebanon
26.9 mi in
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~33m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 32.5 mi | 34m |
| Tennessee National Guard Parkway | 20.9 mi | 22m |
| Nashville Highway | 4.8 mi | 7m |
| Northwest Broad Street | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| Buffalo Valley Highway | 3 mi | 5m |
| New Nashville Highway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Chestnut Mound Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Golf Lane | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 32.5 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between City of Murfreesboro, TN and Lafayette, 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
33 mi
·
34 min
·
I 40
Use the none lane.
11
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
Toward TN 96: Center Hill Dam
12
Turn left onto SR 96
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Buffalo Valley Highway
13
Continue on SR 96
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Chestnut Mound Road
14
Turn right onto US 70N; SR 96
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
Nashville Highway
15
Arrive at destination
US 70N; SR 96
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 1-hour and 23-minute trip, you have the advantage of total scheduling freedom. You can easily complete the entire 68.7-mile drive in one go without needing to plan for formal rest stops. To make the most of your travel, try to avoid peak congestion hours on the interstate portions to keep your transit time predictable. With a fuel budget of only $10, it is wise to fuel up before you depart Murfreesboro to ensure you have plenty of range for the duration of the drive. Keeping your departure time flexible will help you maintain a stress-free pace as you navigate the transition from the parkway to the state highway system.
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 34.3 miles from City of Murfreesboro, TN, or about 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32.5 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 68.7 miles or 1h 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.3 miles or 42m 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 Lafayette, 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 68.7 miles and 1h 23m.
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 32.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.3 mi from City of Murfreesboro, TN · 42m 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 68.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.3 miles from City of Murfreesboro, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lafayette, TN
The final approach into Lafayette, 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 Lafayette, 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
$10.43 one way
$20.87 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $11.50 | $23.01 |
| premium | $4.80 | $12.97 | $25.94 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $15.26 | $30.53 |
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: 24 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 | 20.6 | 0 | $7.21 | $3.30 |
| Efficient EV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.01 | $2.75 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.5 | 0 | $9.62 | $4.40 |
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
Lafayette, TN
Afternoon in Lafayette on Sunday
Local time
3:45 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 23m 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 Lafayette, TN covers 68.7 miles and takes about 1h 23m 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, Nashville Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.3 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 $10.43 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 10 significant decision points across 68.7 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 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 Lafayette, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Lebanon along the way.
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