Jellico, TN to Murfreesboro, TN is 190.8 miles and takes about 4h 6m via I 40 and Deer Lodge Highway East, with a fuel budget near $30 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip primarily stays within the Southeast region, moving from the northern edge of Tennessee down towards the central part of the state. It's a straightforward, single-day drive that's ideal if you're looking for an efficient way to cover ground without a lot of fuss. You'll experience a mixed drive profile, so expect some variety on your journey.
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
95.4 miles from Jellico, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 17m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 6m. Total distance: 190.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
This route offers a mixed drive, with 53% of it being on highways. You'll encounter stretches like the 65.1 miles on I 40, which allows for consistent speed. The journey begins on roads like Deer Lodge Highway East and Tennessee National Guard Parkway before merging onto larger thoroughfares. Expect the road to transition between more direct highway sections and potentially some varied local road segments as you progress towards Murfreesboro.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 37 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 route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 37.3 miles in near US 27 / Scott Highway.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 190.8 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 37.3 miles (US 27 / Scott Highway): Navigation decision point; at 97.7 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 162.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
37.3 mi into trip|~52m in|US 27 / Scott Highway
At end of road, turn left onto US 27 / Scott Highway
Navigation decision point
5
97.7 mi into trip|~2h 21m in|I 40
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
162.8 mi into trip|~3h 31m 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
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184.9 mi into trip|~3h 55m 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
9
185.1 mi into trip|~3h 55m 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
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 40
65.1 mi
1h 10m
Deer Lodge Highway East
21.8 mi
32m
Tennessee National Guard Parkway
21 mi
22m
Howard H Baker Highway
15.8 mi
24m
I 75
15.8 mi
16m
Scott Highway
10.1 mi
13m
Nashville Highway
9.7 mi
13m
Deer Lodge Highway
9.5 mi
16m
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 65.1 mi, about 1h 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jellico, TN and Murfreesboro, TN.
1
Start on US 25W
68 ft·8 sec·North Main Street
2
Turn left onto US 25W
1.0 mi·1 min·5th Street
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·32 sec
Toward Knoxville
4
Merge onto I 75
16 mi·16 min·I 75
5
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward Stinking Creek Road
6
Turn left onto Stinking Creek Road
2.1 mi·5 min·Stinking Creek Road
7
Turn right onto SR 63
2.0 mi·2 min·Howard H. Baker Highway
8
Continue on SR 63
16 mi·24 min·Howard H Baker Highway
9
At end of road, turn left onto US 27
3.5 mi·4 min·Scott Highway
10
Continue on US 27
2.6 mi·4 min·Scott Highway
11
Continue on US 27
1.4 mi·1 min·Lon Foust Highway
12
Continue on US 27
4.0 mi·4 min·Scott Highway
13
Continue on US 27
5.3 mi·6 min·Morgan County Highway
14
Turn right onto SR 329
6.9 mi·12 min·Deer Lodge Highway
15
Continue on SR 329
0.2 mi·25 sec·Irving Street
16
Turn left onto SR 329
2.6 mi·4 min·Deer Lodge Highway
17
Continue on SR 62
9.7 mi·13 min·Nashville Highway
18
Continue on SR 62
22 mi·32 min·Deer Lodge Highway East
19
Turn straight onto SR 62
1.3 mi·2 min·East Commercial Avenue
20
Turn left onto SR 84
0.7 mi·58 sec·South Holly Street
21
Turn straight onto US 70N; SR 84
366 ft·7 sec·Monterey Highway
22
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·31 sec
23
Merge onto I 40
65 mi·1 hr 10 min·I 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Take the exit
1.1 mi·1 min
Exit 235Toward I 840 West: Memphis, MurfreesboroUse the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Continue on I 840
21 mi·22 min·Tennessee National Guard Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Exit 55A-BToward US 41, US 70S: Murfreesboro, SmyrnaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·54 sec
Exit 55AToward US 41 South, US 70S East: MurfreesbordUse the straight / slight left lanes.
28
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·1 min
29
Turn straight onto US 41; US 70S
0.8 mi·1 min·New Nashville Highway
30
Continue on US 41; US 70S
3.7 mi·5 min·Northwest Broad Street
31
Turn left onto West Main Street
0.2 mi·30 sec·West Main Street
32
Turn right onto South Maple Street
138 ft·4 sec·South Maple Street
33
Turn slight left onto South Public Square
467 ft·12 sec·South Public Square
34
Turn slight right onto East Main Street
47 ft·1 sec·East Main Street
35
Continue on East Main Street
347 ft·13 sec·East Main Street
36
Turn right onto South Spring Street
84 ft·3 sec·South Spring Street
37
Arrive at destination
South Spring Street
Trip Plan
Given the 4h 6m duration, this is a perfect one-day trip. Aim to leave Jellico in the morning to maximize daylight and allow for a relaxed pace. With only one recommended stop, you can plan your break strategically along the way, perhaps during a transition between the primary highways. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as highway driving can consume it quickly; your estimated cost is around $30. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 65.1 miles on I 40, so plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly before entering these longer segments.
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 95.4 miles from Jellico, TN, or about 2h 17m 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 42 miles or 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 95.4 miles or 2h 17m 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 24m
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 Jellico, 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 Jellico, TN
This is one driving day of about 190.8 miles and 4h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 miles from Jellico, 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 95.4 mi from Jellico, TN
· 2h 17m into the drive
The midpoint is around 95.4 miles from Jellico, 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 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Stones River National Battlefield
National Battlefield
The Battle of Stones River began on the last day of 1862 and became one of the bloodiest conflicts of the Civil War. The battle produced important military and political gains for the Union, and it ch...
3 mi from route
~7 min detour
Free
near mile 184.2
Cumberland Gap was the first great gateway to the west. Come follow the path of bison, Native Americans, longhunters, and pioneers. Walk where 300,000 people crossed the Appalachians to settle America...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.83 one way
$59.66 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg67 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$32.75
$65.50
premium
$4.89
$36.72
$73.44
diesel
$5.61
$42.13
$84.25
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 66.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
57.2
0
$20.03
$9.16
Efficient EV
47.7
0
$16.70
$7.63
EV Truck/SUV
76.3
0
$26.71
$12.21
Gas CO2
67 kg
EV CO2
22 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 as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Jellico, TN
Morning
in Jellico on Friday
Local time
7:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Murfreesboro, TN
Morning
in Murfreesboro on Friday
Local time
6:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Jamestown, TN
95 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
28 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 6m 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 Jellico, TN to Murfreesboro, TN covers 190.8 miles and takes about 4h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, Deer Lodge Highway East, Tennessee National Guard Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 95.4 miles from Jellico, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $29.83 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 demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 190.8 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 37.3 miles (US 27 / Scott Highway): Navigation decision point; at 97.7 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 162.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Jellico, TN to Murfreesboro, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from
OSRM
over
OpenStreetMap.
Fuel cost uses
EIA
weekly regional averages.
National park proximity is from the
NPS API.
Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our
methodology page
documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
