Origin
Elizabethton, TN
Morning in Elizabethton on Friday
Local time
10:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Elizabethton, TN to Murfreesboro, TN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 41m
Distance
279.8 mi
450 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$44
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 28m
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6 AM
4h 42m
8 AM
5h 9m
10 AM
4h 51m
12 PM
4h 49m
3 PM
4h 53m
5 PM
5h 7m
8 PM
4h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Elizabethton, TN
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Murfreesboro, TN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Elizabethton, TN to Murfreesboro, TN covers 279.8 miles and takes about 4h 41m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East Elk Avenue, North Riverside Drive, East E Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $43.74 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
139.9 miles from Elizabethton, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 20m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 41m. Total distance: 279.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 4h 41m drive with frequent turns across 279.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Elk Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 41m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Elizabethton, TN to Murfreesboro, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Elk Avenue | — | — |
| North Riverside Drive | — | — |
| East E Street | — | — |
| North Sycamore Street | — | — |
| Broad Street | — | — |
| West Elk Avenue | — | — |
| James H | — | — |
| I 81 South | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East Elk Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elizabethton, TN and Murfreesboro, TN.
1
Start on the route
33 ft
·
2 sec
·
the route
2
Exit the roundabout onto East Elk Avenue
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
East Elk Avenue
3
Turn right onto North Riverside Drive
285 ft
·
13 sec
·
North Riverside Drive
4
Continue on East E Street
446 ft
·
24 sec
·
East E Street
5
Turn right onto North Sycamore Street
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
North Sycamore Street
6
Turn left onto Broad Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Broad Street
7
Continue on West Elk Avenue
7.4 mi
·
12 min
·
West Elk Avenue
8
Take the exit slight right
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
9
Merge slight left onto James H. Quillen Parkway
15 mi
·
18 min
·
James H. Quillen Parkway
10
Take the exit slight right toward I 81 South: Knoxville
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
I 81 South: Knoxville
11
Merge slight left
56 mi
·
1 hr
12
Continue on I 40 West: Knoxville
0.7 mi
·
45 sec
·
I 40 West: Knoxville
13
Merge slight left
53 mi
·
59 min
14
Keep slight right to continue on Nashville
133 mi
·
2 hr 22 min
·
Nashville
15
Take the exit slight right toward I 840 West: Memphis, Murfreesboro
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
I 840 West: Memphis, Murfreesboro
16
Continue on Tennessee National Guard Parkway
21 mi
·
22 min
·
Tennessee National Guard Parkway
17
Take the exit slight right toward US 41, US 70S: Murfreesboro, Smyrna
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
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US 41, US 70S: Murfreesboro, Smyrna
18
Keep slight left to continue on US 41 South, US 70S East: Murfreesbord
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
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US 41 South, US 70S East: Murfreesbord
19
Keep slight right
0.4 mi
·
1 min
20
Turn straight onto New Nashville Highway
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
New Nashville Highway
21
Continue on Northwest Broad Street
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Northwest Broad Street
22
Turn left onto West Main Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
West Main Street
23
Turn right onto South Maple Street
138 ft
·
4 sec
·
South Maple Street
24
Turn slight left onto South Public Square
466 ft
·
13 sec
·
South Public Square
25
Turn slight right onto East Main Street
46 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Main Street
26
Continue on East Main Street
348 ft
·
14 sec
·
East Main Street
27
Turn right onto South Spring Street
85 ft
·
4 sec
·
South Spring Street
28
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 139.9 miles from Elizabethton, TN, or about 2h 20m into the drive.
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 62 miles or 1h 2m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 139.9 miles or 2h 20m 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 51m
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 Elizabethton, 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 Elizabethton, TN
This is one driving day of about 279.8 miles and 4h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 62 miles from Elizabethton, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 139.9 mi from Elizabethton, TN · 2h 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
140 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 62 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 139.9 miles from Elizabethton, 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
$43.74 one way
$87.49 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
98 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $48.03 | $96.06 |
| premium | $4.89 | $53.84 | $107.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $61.78 | $123.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$44
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$69–$94
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 97.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 83.9 | 1 | $29.38 | $13.43 |
| Efficient EV | 70 | 0 | $24.48 | $11.19 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 111.9 | 1 | $39.17 | $17.91 |
Gas CO2
98 kg
EV CO2
33 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Morning in Murfreesboro on Friday
Local time
9:34 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
76°F
Johnson, TN
140 mi in
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
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
5 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
4h 41m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Elizabethton, TN to Murfreesboro, TN covers 279.8 miles and takes about 4h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Elk Avenue, North Riverside Drive, East E Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 139.9 miles from Elizabethton, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $43.74 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h 41m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Elizabethton, TN to Murfreesboro, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Elizabethton, TN to Murfreesboro, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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