Trip from Jamestown, TN to City of Murfreesboro, TN

Drive Time

2h 37m

Distance

128.6 mi

207 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$20

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 32 min

4 AM

2h 27m ★

6 AM

2h 38m

8 AM

2h 59m

10 AM

2h 45m

12 PM

2h 43m

3 PM

2h 46m

5 PM

2h 57m

8 PM

2h 31m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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City of Murfreesboro, TN

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Trip Overview

If you are planning a trip from Jamestown to Murfreesboro, expect a straightforward journey covering 128.6 miles. You can comfortably complete this drive in about 2 hours and 37 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. Budgeting approximately $20 for fuel should keep your tank covered for the duration of the trip. The route stays entirely within the Southeast region of Tennessee, transitioning from the higher elevations of the plateau toward the central basin. Since the drive is relatively short, you can easily manage the transition between these two Tennessee cities without feeling exhausted by the time you arrive.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

64.3 miles from Jamestown, TN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 23m into the drive .

Drive Character

This highway-focused drive relies on a mix of thoroughfares, primarily using I-40, the Tennessee National Guard Parkway, and South York Highway. With 67% of the journey spent on highways, you will experience a fast-paced environment for the majority of your travel. You should prepare for a consistent rhythm, highlighted by a longest uninterrupted stretch of 65.1 miles while navigating I-40. As you transition from the smaller local roads onto the interstate, the character of the drive shifts from rural highway cruising to a more high-traffic, multi-lane experience. Expect a functional, efficient drive that prioritizes speed and directness over winding scenic detours.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 21 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 65.1 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 35.2 miles in near I 40.

Route Complexity 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 128.6 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 35.2 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 100.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 122.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 11 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

35.2 mi into trip | ~51m in | I 40

Merge onto I 40

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

100.3 mi into trip | ~2h 1m in

Take the exit toward I 840 West: Memphis, Murfreesboro

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 235 Toward I 840 West: Memphis, Murfreesboro

122.4 mi into trip | ~2h 25m in

Take the exit toward US 41, US 70S: Murfreesboro, Smyrna

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 55A-B Toward US 41, US 70S: Murfreesboro, Smyrna

122.7 mi into trip | ~2h 26m in

Keep slight left at fork toward US 41 South, US 70S East: Murfreesbord

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight left lanes. Exit 55A Toward US 41 South, US 70S East: Murfreesbord

128.1 mi into trip | ~2h 36m in | Golf Lane

Turn right onto Golf Lane

Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Jamestown, TN to City of Murfreesboro, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Murfreesboro along the way.

Murfreesboro

100.3 mi in | ~2h 1m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 40	65.1 mi	1h 10m
Tennessee National Guard Parkway	21 mi	22m
South York Highway	17 mi	23m
West Deer Lodge Highway	14.9 mi	22m
Northwest Broad Street	3.4 mi	5m
East Commercial Avenue	1.3 mi	2m
South Main Street	1 mi	1m
New Nashville Highway	0.8 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 40 — 65.1 mi, about 1h 10m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Jamestown, TN and City of Murfreesboro, TN.

Start on SR 52

43 ft · 8 sec · East Central Avenue

Turn left onto South Main Street

1.0 mi · 1 min · South Main Street

Continue on South York Highway

1.3 mi · 2 min · South York Highway

Continue on US 127

16 mi · 21 min · South York Highway

Turn right onto SR 62

15 mi · 22 min · West Deer Lodge Highway

Turn straight onto SR 62

1.3 mi · 2 min · East Commercial Avenue

Turn left onto SR 84

0.7 mi · 58 sec · South Holly Street

Turn straight onto US 70N; SR 84

366 ft · 7 sec · Monterey Highway

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 31 sec

Merge onto I 40

65 mi · 1 hr 10 min · I 40

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

1.1 mi · 1 min

Exit 235 Toward I 840 West: Memphis, Murfreesboro Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 840

21 mi · 22 min · Tennessee National Guard Parkway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 28 sec

Exit 55A-B Toward US 41, US 70S: Murfreesboro, Smyrna Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 54 sec

Exit 55A Toward US 41 South, US 70S East: Murfreesbord Use the straight / slight left lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

0.4 mi · 1 min

Turn straight onto US 41; US 70S

0.8 mi · 1 min · New Nashville Highway

Continue on US 41; US 70S

3.4 mi · 5 min · Northwest Broad Street

Use the none lane.

Turn right

0.2 mi · 37 sec

Turn straight onto SR 96

0.4 mi · 42 sec · Old Fort Parkway

Use the none lane.

Turn right onto Golf Lane

0.4 mi · 1 min · Golf Lane

Use the none lane.

Arrive at destination

Golf Lane

Trip Plan

To keep your travel smooth, plan for at least one stop during your 128.6-mile trek to stretch your legs. Because the route is a manageable day trip, you have the flexibility to leave whenever suits your schedule, though avoiding peak traffic hours near major interchanges is always a smart move. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge when you transition from the South York Highway onto the busier segments of I-40, as service options change frequently. Since you have a 65.1-mile stretch of interstate, use that time to settle into a steady pace, but stay alert for the exit transitions that will eventually lead you into the heart of 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.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 64.3 miles from Jamestown, TN, or about 1h 23m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 65.1 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 39m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 64.3 miles or 1h 23m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 7m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near City of Murfreesboro, TN than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Jamestown, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Jamestown, TN

This is one driving day of about 128.6 miles and 2h 37m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Jamestown, 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.

The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 65.1 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 64.3 mi from Jamestown, TN · 1h 23m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Hendersonville, TN

64 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

Hendersonville, TN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Hendersonville, TN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 64.3 miles from Jamestown, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 65.1 miles.

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

$19.53 one way

$39.07 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 45 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.25	$21.53	$43.07
premium	$4.80	$24.28	$48.55
diesel	$5.64	$28.57	$57.14

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$20

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$45–$70

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 45 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	38.6	$13.50	$6.17
Efficient EV	32.2	$11.25	$5.14
EV Truck/SUV	51.4	$18.00	$8.23

Gas CO2

45 kg

EV CO2

15 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Jamestown, TN

Evening in Jamestown on Sunday

Local time

7:39 PM

CDT

Current temp

62°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

City of Murfreesboro, TN

Evening in City of Murfreesboro on Sunday

Local time

7:39 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

2 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

2h 37m 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 Jamestown, TN to City of Murfreesboro, TN covers 128.6 miles and takes about 2h 37m 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, South York 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 64.3 miles from Jamestown, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.53 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.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

On the drive from Jamestown, TN to City of Murfreesboro, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Murfreesboro along the way.

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