Livingston, TN to Murfreesboro, TN is 101.6 miles and takes about 1 hour 56 minutes via I 40 and Tennessee National Guard Parkway, with a fuel budget near $16 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Tennessee, moving from the Southeast region to another part of the Southeast. You'll find yourself on a route that's primarily highway driving, making it a straightforward trip for getting from point A to point B. It's a solid option if you're looking for an efficient way to cover the distance without a lot of complicated turns or slow-downs. Consider this if your priority is reaching your destination quickly and easily.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
50.8 miles from Livingston, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 57m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 56m. Total distance: 101.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 73% of the route utilizing major roadways. Expect a significant portion to be on I 40, including a stretch of 52.7 miles without needing to exit. While the main roads are highways, you will also encounter parts of Tennessee National Guard Parkway and Cookeville Highway, which might offer a slightly different driving experience as you progress. The character leans towards efficient travel, meaning you'll experience consistent speeds for most of the journey, making it feel like a steady cruise.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 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 52.7 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 20.9 miles in near I 40.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 101.6 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 20.9 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 73.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 95.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
20.9 mi into trip|~25m in|I 40
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
73.6 mi into trip|~1h 21m 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
8
95.7 mi into trip|~1h 45m 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
96 mi into trip|~1h 45m 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
5
101.6 mi into trip|~1h 56m in|South Spring Street
Turn right onto South Spring Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Livingston, TN to Murfreesboro, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Smyrna along the way.
Smyrna
95.7 mi in|~1h 45m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 40
52.7 mi
56m
Tennessee National Guard Parkway
21 mi
22m
Cookeville Highway
18.8 mi
21m
Northwest Broad Street
3.7 mi
5m
West Main Street
1.5 mi
2m
New Nashville Highway
0.8 mi
1m
West Broad Street
0.4 mi
<1m
South Public Square
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 52.7 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Livingston, TN and Murfreesboro, TN.
1
Start on West Court Square
129 ft·10 sec·West Court Square
2
Turn left onto SR 85
0.4 mi·38 sec·West Broad Street
3
Turn straight onto SR 85
1.3 mi·1 min·West Main Street
4
Continue on SR 111
19 mi·21 min·Cookeville Highway
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi·47 sec
6
Merge onto I 40
53 mi·56 min·I 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
1.1 mi·1 min
Exit 235Toward I 840 West: Memphis, MurfreesboroUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on I 840
21 mi·22 min·Tennessee National Guard Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Exit 55A-BToward US 41, US 70S: Murfreesboro, SmyrnaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·54 sec
Exit 55AToward US 41 South, US 70S East: MurfreesbordUse the straight / slight left lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·1 min
12
Turn straight onto US 41; US 70S
0.8 mi·1 min·New Nashville Highway
13
Continue on US 41; US 70S
3.7 mi·5 min·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
467 ft·12 sec·South Public Square
17
Turn slight right onto East Main Street
47 ft·1 sec·East Main Street
18
Continue on East Main Street
347 ft·13 sec·East Main Street
19
Turn right onto South Spring Street
84 ft·3 sec·South Spring Street
20
Arrive at destination
South Spring Street
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of under two hours, this trip is easily achievable in a single day, so you have flexibility with your departure time. Leaving in the morning will give you plenty of daylight to complete the drive and settle in. The longest uninterrupted stretch is over 50 miles on I 40, so plan for any necessary fuel or restroom breaks before you embark on that segment. With a fuel cost estimated at $16, it’s an economical journey. Keep an eye out for signs indicating transitions between I 40 and Tennessee National Guard Parkway as you approach your destination.
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 50.8 miles from Livingston, TN, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 52.7 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 22 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.8 miles or 57m 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 32m
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 Livingston, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Livingston, TN
This is one driving day of about 101.6 miles and 1h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Livingston, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 52.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 50.8 mi from Livingston, TN
· 57m into the drive
The midpoint is around 50.8 miles from Livingston, 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.
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.88 one way
$31.77 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg36 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$17.44
$34.88
premium
$4.89
$19.55
$39.10
diesel
$5.61
$22.43
$44.86
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
30.5
0
$10.67
$4.88
Efficient EV
25.4
0
$8.89
$4.06
EV Truck/SUV
40.6
0
$14.22
$6.50
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Livingston, TN
Evening
in Livingston on Friday
Local time
6:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Murfreesboro, TN
Evening
in Murfreesboro on Friday
Local time
6:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
76°F
Alexandria, TN
51 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
4 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 56m 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 Livingston, TN to Murfreesboro, TN covers 101.6 miles and takes about 1h 56m 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, Cookeville 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 50.8 miles from Livingston, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.88 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 101.6 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 20.9 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 73.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 95.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Livingston, TN to Murfreesboro, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Smyrna along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Stones River National Battlefield.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
