Origin
Franklin, TN
Evening in Franklin on Sunday
Local time
6:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Franklin, TN to Murfreesboro, TN
Drive Time
45m
Distance
41.1 mi
66 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 42m
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6 AM
0h 45m
8 AM
0h 53m
10 AM
0h 48m
12 PM
0h 47m
3 PM
0h 48m
5 PM
0h 53m
8 PM
0h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Franklin, TN
Kelly
Murfreesboro, TN
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion between Franklin and Murfreesboro, you can expect a manageable 41.1-mile journey that typically takes about 45 minutes to complete. Because the trip is short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day outing, meaning you won’t need to worry about overnight accommodations. Budgeting approximately $6 for fuel should cover your needs for this Southeast Tennessee transit. Since the route relies entirely on local roads rather than interstate highways, it offers a more grounded, community-focused experience. Whether you are commuting or just exploring, this straightforward drive is efficient enough to fit into a busy schedule without any unnecessary logistical stress.
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
20.6 miles from Franklin, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 22m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route features zero highway miles. You will navigate through a variety of surface streets, including 3rd Avenue South, Murfreesboro Road, and Horton Highway, which keeps the experience engaging behind the wheel. Because the longest stretch is 0 miles on 3rd Avenue South, you should be prepared for frequent turns and constant shifts in pace. This is a practical, hands-on driving experience that demands your attention as you transition between these two Tennessee cities. It is a far cry from the cruise-control ease of a major expressway, offering a more localized perspective of the region.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
3rd Avenue South 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. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Franklin, TN to Murfreesboro, TN is easy. At 45m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Franklin, TN to Murfreesboro, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 3rd Avenue South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Murfreesboro Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Horton Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 840 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Tennessee National Guard Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 24 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| SR 96 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Old Fort Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
3rd Avenue South
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Franklin, TN and Murfreesboro, TN.
1
Start on Public Square
417 ft
·
7 sec
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Public Square
2
Exit the rotary onto 3rd Avenue South
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
3rd Avenue South
3
Continue on Murfreesboro Road
13 mi
·
19 min
·
Murfreesboro Road
4
Turn right onto Horton Highway
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Horton Highway
5
Take the ramp left toward I 840 East: Murfreesboro
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
I 840 East: Murfreesboro
6
Merge slight left onto Tennessee National Guard Parkway
10 mi
·
10 min
·
Tennessee National Guard Parkway
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 24 East: Chattanooga
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
I 24 East: Chattanooga
8
Merge slight left
2.9 mi
·
3 min
9
Take the exit slight right toward SR 96 East: Murfreesboro
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
SR 96 East: Murfreesboro
10
Turn straight onto Old Fort Parkway
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Old Fort Parkway
11
Turn slight right
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
12
Keep slight right
180 ft
·
7 sec
13
Turn right onto Northwest Broad Street
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Northwest Broad Street
14
Turn left onto West Main Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
West Main Street
15
Turn right onto South Maple Street
138 ft
·
4 sec
·
South Maple Street
16
Turn slight left onto South Public Square
466 ft
·
13 sec
·
South Public Square
17
Turn slight right onto East Main Street
46 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Main Street
18
Continue on East Main Street
348 ft
·
14 sec
·
East Main Street
19
Turn right onto South Spring Street
85 ft
·
4 sec
·
South Spring Street
20
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short 45-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time, though avoiding local rush hour is always a smart move. You won't need to plan for any stops given the brief duration of the drive, allowing you to head straight to your destination. Keep in mind that since you are navigating local roads exclusively, your travel time may fluctuate slightly based on traffic signals and turning patterns. Before you pull out of Franklin, ensure your tank is topped off so you can comfortably manage the $6 in fuel costs without a second thought. Prioritize staying alert, as the lack of long highway stretches means you will be actively maneuvering through intersections for the duration of the trip.
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 20.6 miles from Franklin, TN, or about 22m 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 41.1 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 20.6 miles or 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 38m
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 Franklin, 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 Franklin, TN
This is one driving day of about 41.1 miles and 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Franklin, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20.6 mi from Franklin, TN · 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 41.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.6 miles from Franklin, 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
$6.24 one way
$12.49 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $6.88 | $13.76 |
| premium | $4.80 | $7.76 | $15.52 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $9.13 | $18.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.3 | 0 | $4.32 | $1.97 |
| Efficient EV | 10.3 | 0 | $3.60 | $1.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.4 | 0 | $5.75 | $2.63 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
6:29 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
45m 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 Franklin, TN to Murfreesboro, TN covers 41.1 miles and takes about 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 3rd Avenue South, Murfreesboro Road, Horton Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20.6 miles from Franklin, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.24 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 Franklin, TN to Murfreesboro, TN is easy. At 45m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Franklin, TN to Murfreesboro, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Franklin, TN to Murfreesboro, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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