Origin
Hohenwald, TN
Evening in Hohenwald on Sunday
Local time
6:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hohenwald, TN to City of Murfreesboro, TN
Drive Time
1h 38m
Distance
82.7 mi
133 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 31m
★
6 AM
1h 39m
8 AM
1h 53m
10 AM
1h 44m
12 PM
1h 42m
3 PM
1h 45m
5 PM
1h 53m
8 PM
1h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hohenwald, TN
Kelly
City of Murfreesboro, TN
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Trip Overview
Connecting Hohenwald to Murfreesboro is a straightforward 82.7-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 38 minutes to complete. Because of the relatively short distance, this drive is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $13 for fuel for this one-way excursion. The route primarily utilizes Tennessee National Guard Parkway, US 412, and Hampshire Pike to navigate through the Southeast region. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick visit, this efficient connection offers a practical way to traverse the state without excessive travel time.
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
41.3 miles from Hohenwald, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive, as 63% of your time behind the wheel will be spent on major routes. The journey features a mix of road types, transitioning from local connectors to more sustained highway speeds. You will encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 21.2 miles while traveling on the Tennessee National Guard Parkway, which helps maintain a steady pace for a significant portion of the trip. The transition between these roads keeps the driving experience varied, moving you efficiently from the rural character of Hohenwald toward the busier environment of Murfreesboro. Overall, the road quality is consistent, making for a functional and predictable trek across the 82.7-mile distance.
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.
Tennessee National Guard Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 21.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Tennessee National Guard Parkway and US 412. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 28.2 miles in near US 412.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 82.7 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 28.2 miles (US 412): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 54.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 55 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
28.2 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
US 412
Take the exit onto US 412
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
8
54.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
Take the exit toward I 840: Memphis, Knoxville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 59A-B
Toward I 840: Memphis, Knoxville
7
55 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
Keep slight right at fork toward 840: Knoxville, Murfreesboro
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 59A
Toward 840: Knoxville, Murfreesboro
7
76.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 28m in
Take the exit toward I 24 East: Chattanooga
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 53A
Toward I 24 East: Chattanooga
7
80.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 33m in
Take the exit toward SR 96 East: Murfreesboro
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 78B
Toward SR 96 East: Murfreesboro
Towns Along This Route
Between Hohenwald, TN and City of Murfreesboro, TN, road signs point toward Knoxville, 840: Knoxville and Murfreesboro.
Knoxville
54.8 mi in
|
~1h 4m
840: Knoxville
55 mi in
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~1h 4m
Murfreesboro
55 mi in
|
~1h 4m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee National Guard Parkway | 21.2 mi | 22m |
| US 412 | 14.1 mi | 16m |
| Hampshire Pike | 13.3 mi | 15m |
| Columbia Highway | 13 mi | 16m |
| I 65 | 12.1 mi | 12m |
| I 24 | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| East Main Street | 2 mi | 2m |
| Old Fort Parkway | 1.6 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Tennessee National Guard Parkway
— 21.2 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hohenwald, TN and City of Murfreesboro, TN.
1
Start on US 412
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East Main Street
2
Continue on US 412
13 mi
·
16 min
·
Columbia Highway
3
Continue on US 412
13 mi
·
15 min
·
Hampshire Pike
4
Take the exit onto US 412
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
US 412
5
Keep slight right at fork onto US 412
14 mi
·
16 min
·
US 412
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
7
Merge onto I 65
12 mi
·
12 min
·
I 65
Use the none lane.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
Exit 59A-B
Toward I 840: Memphis, Knoxville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 59A
Toward 840: Knoxville, Murfreesboro
10
Merge onto I 840
21 mi
·
22 min
·
Tennessee National Guard Parkway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
2 min
Exit 53A
Toward I 24 East: Chattanooga
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto I 24
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
I 24
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 78B
Toward SR 96 East: Murfreesboro
Use the right lane.
14
Turn straight onto SR 96
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Old Fort Parkway
Use the straight lane.
15
Turn slight left
341 ft
·
14 sec
16
Turn left onto Golf Lane
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Golf Lane
17
Arrive at destination
Golf Lane
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule rather than rushing to beat daylight. Because there are no mandatory stops built into the itinerary, you can easily manage the 1-hour and 38-minute drive in one go without needing extended breaks. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Hohenwald; while $13 covers the estimated cost, traffic patterns near Murfreesboro can occasionally increase consumption if you encounter congestion. A helpful tip for this route is to monitor local traffic reports for the Tennessee National Guard Parkway segment, as this is your longest stretch and where you will likely spend the bulk of your travel time.
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 41.3 miles from Hohenwald, TN, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21.2 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 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.3 miles or 49m 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 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near City of Murfreesboro, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hohenwald, 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 Hohenwald, TN
This is one driving day of about 82.7 miles and 1h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hohenwald, 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 Tennessee National Guard Parkway for about 21.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 41.3 mi from Hohenwald, TN · 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
41 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 41.3 miles from Hohenwald, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in City of Murfreesboro, TN
The final approach into City of 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 City of 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
$12.56 one way
$25.12 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $13.85 | $27.69 |
| premium | $4.80 | $15.61 | $31.22 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $18.37 | $36.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.8 | 0 | $8.68 | $3.97 |
| Efficient EV | 20.7 | 0 | $7.24 | $3.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33.1 | 0 | $11.58 | $5.29 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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
City of Murfreesboro, TN
Evening in City of Murfreesboro on Sunday
Local time
6:27 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 38m 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 Hohenwald, TN to City of Murfreesboro, TN covers 82.7 miles and takes about 1h 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Tennessee National Guard Parkway, US 412, Hampshire Pike. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 41.3 miles from Hohenwald, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.56 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 12 significant decision points across 82.7 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 28.2 miles (US 412): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 54.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 55 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Hohenwald, TN and City of Murfreesboro, TN, road signs point toward Knoxville, 840: Knoxville and Murfreesboro.
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