Origin
Decherd, TN
Evening in Decherd on Sunday
Local time
5:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Decherd, TN to Murfreesboro, TN
Drive Time
1h 7m
Distance
55.6 mi
90 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
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6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 19m
10 AM
1h 12m
12 PM
1h 11m
3 PM
1h 12m
5 PM
1h 18m
8 PM
1h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Decherd, TN
Kelly
Murfreesboro, TN
Kelly
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Decherd to Murfreesboro, expect a straightforward journey covering 55.6 miles. You can comfortably complete this drive in about 1 hour and 7 minutes, making it a perfect one-day excursion. With a fuel budget of approximately $8, it is an economical route that keeps your costs low. Since both locations are situated in the Southeast region of Tennessee, you will experience a consistent local atmosphere throughout the transit. This drive works best as a direct trip rather than an overnight stay, offering you the flexibility to head back whenever you are ready.
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
27.8 miles from Decherd, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 33m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Only 11% of this 55.6-mile trek is on highways, meaning you will spend most of your time navigating local roads like South Jackson Street, the Florida Short Route, and the Shelbyville Highway. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs during the first 15.7 miles on South Jackson Street. Because the route relies heavily on secondary roads, you will find it requires more active driving than a standard interstate cruise. Be prepared for a winding path that shifts constantly as you move toward your destination.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Jackson Street is the longest continuous segment at about 15.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near SR 50 / West Main Street.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Decherd, TN to Murfreesboro, TN is easy. At 1h 7m with 11% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (SR 50 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (US 41A / Decherd Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 27.2 miles (SR 437): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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SR 50 / West Main Street
Turn right onto SR 50 / West Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
1 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 41A / Decherd Boulevard
At end of road, turn right onto US 41A / Decherd Boulevard
Navigation decision point
3
27.2 mi into trip
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~32m in
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SR 437
Turn right onto SR 437
Navigation decision point
4
33.4 mi into trip
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~40m in
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US 231; SR 82 / Florida Short Route
Turn right onto US 231; SR 82 / Florida Short Route
Navigation decision point
5
55.6 mi into trip
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~1h 7m in
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South Spring Street
Turn right onto South Spring Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Jackson Street | 15.7 mi | 18m |
| Florida Short Route | 8.7 mi | 9m |
| Shelbyville Highway | 8.6 mi | 9m |
| Tullahoma Highway | 6.1 mi | 7m |
| SR 437 | 6 mi | 6m |
| South Church Street | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| South Main Street | 3 mi | 3m |
| Decherd Boulevard | 1.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
South Jackson Street
— 15.7 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Decherd, TN and Murfreesboro, TN.
1
Start on this road
330 ft
·
16 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto SR 50
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
3
At end of road, turn right onto US 41A
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Decherd Boulevard
4
Continue on US 41A
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Tullahoma Highway
5
Continue on US 41A
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
South Main Street
6
Continue on US 41A
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Tullahoma Highway
7
Continue on US 41A
16 mi
·
18 min
·
South Jackson Street
8
Turn right onto SR 437
6.0 mi
·
6 min
·
SR 437
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
10
Turn right onto US 231; SR 82
8.7 mi
·
9 min
·
Florida Short Route
11
Continue on US 231; SR 269
8.6 mi
·
9 min
·
Shelbyville Highway
12
Continue on US 231
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
South Church Street
Use the none lane.
13
Turn right onto East Main Street
47 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Main Street
14
Continue on East Main Street
347 ft
·
13 sec
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East Main Street
15
Turn right onto South Spring Street
84 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Spring Street
16
Arrive at destination
South Spring Street
Trip Plan
Because this route consists of a single 1 hour and 7 minute leg, you do not need to worry about scheduling complex overnight stops. You have complete flexibility to depart whenever it suits your schedule, though keeping an eye on local traffic along the Shelbyville Highway is a smart move. Since there are no formal stops scheduled, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you leave Decherd to cover the $8 estimated cost without needing to hunt for a station mid-drive. Use the initial 15.7-mile stretch on South Jackson Street to get comfortable with the road's pace before hitting the more technical turns later on. Taking this trip as a single, uninterrupted drive allows you to maximize your time once you arrive 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 27.8 miles from Decherd, TN, or about 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15.7 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 55.6 miles or 1h 7m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 27.8 miles or 33m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 55m
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 Decherd, 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 Decherd, TN
This is one driving day of about 55.6 miles and 1h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Decherd, 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 South Jackson Street for about 15.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 27.8 mi from Decherd, TN · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 55.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.8 miles from Decherd, 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
$8.45 one way
$16.89 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $9.31 | $18.62 |
| premium | $4.80 | $10.50 | $20.99 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $12.35 | $24.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.84 | $2.67 |
| Efficient EV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.87 | $2.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.2 | 0 | $7.78 | $3.56 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (63% 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
5:06 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 7m 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 Decherd, TN to Murfreesboro, TN covers 55.6 miles and takes about 1h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Jackson Street, Florida Short Route, Shelbyville Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 27.8 miles from Decherd, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.45 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.
The drive from Decherd, TN to Murfreesboro, TN is easy. At 1h 7m with 11% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (SR 50 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (US 41A / Decherd Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 27.2 miles (SR 437): Navigation decision point.
The route from Decherd, TN to Murfreesboro, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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