Origin
Middle Valley, TN
Night in Middle Valley on Wednesday
Local time
11:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Middle Valley, TN to Murfreesboro, TN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 53m
Distance
100.7 mi
162 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 45m
★
6 AM
1h 53m
8 AM
2h 10m
10 AM
1h 59m
12 PM
1h 57m
3 PM
2h 0m
5 PM
2h 9m
8 PM
1h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Middle Valley, TN
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Murfreesboro, TN
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Trip Overview
This 100.7-mile drive from Middle Valley, TN to Murfreesboro, TN will take you about 1 hour and 53 minutes to complete. With a fuel cost estimated at $15, this route is easily manageable as a day trip, requiring no overnight stays. You'll be navigating primarily local roads, so expect a more engaging journey than a typical interstate cruise. The entire trip stays within the Southeast region of Tennessee, offering a consistent regional feel from start to finish. This drive is perfect for those who prefer a hands-on local experience over highway miles.
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
50.4 miles from Middle Valley, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .
Drive Character
The profile for this route is 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll be actively steering and navigating for most of the 1 hour and 53 minute journey. With a 0% highway share, you won't encounter any high-speed interstate stretches. The main roads you'll be using include Middle Valley Road, Daisy Dallas Road, and Harrison Lane, all contributing to a connected, surface-street feel. Since there's no longest uninterrupted stretch mentioned, anticipate frequent intersections and changes in scenery as you make your way through local communities.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Middle Valley Road 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 Middle Valley, TN to Murfreesboro, TN is easy. At 1h 53m 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 Middle Valley, TN to Murfreesboro, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Valley Road | — | — |
| Daisy Dallas Road | — | — |
| Harrison Lane | — | — |
| Highway 8 | — | — |
| Harrison Ferry Road | — | — |
| Beersheba Highway | — | — |
| East Colville Street | — | — |
| South Chancery Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Middle Valley Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Middle Valley, TN and Murfreesboro, TN.
1
Start on Crabtree Road
102 ft
·
10 sec
·
Crabtree Road
2
Turn left onto Middle Valley Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Middle Valley Road
3
Continue on Middle Valley Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Middle Valley Road
4
Turn left onto Daisy Dallas Road
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Daisy Dallas Road
5
Turn left onto Harrison Lane
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Harrison Lane
6
Take the ramp left
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
7
Merge slight left
5.4 mi
·
6 min
8
Keep slight left
5.9 mi
·
6 min
9
Continue straight
11 mi
·
13 min
10
Continue straight
13 mi
·
17 min
11
Turn left onto State Highway 8
7.3 mi
·
9 min
·
State Highway 8
12
Continue on Harrison Ferry Road
12 mi
·
17 min
·
Harrison Ferry Road
13
Turn slight right onto Beersheba Highway
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Beersheba Highway
14
Continue on East Colville Street
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
East Colville Street
15
Turn right onto South Chancery Street
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
South Chancery Street
16
Turn left onto West Morford Street
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
West Morford Street
17
Continue on West Main Street
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
West Main Street
18
Continue on Nashville Highway
10 mi
·
11 min
·
Nashville Highway
19
Continue on McMinnville Highway
8.1 mi
·
10 min
·
McMinnville Highway
20
Continue on East Main Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East Main Street
21
Continue on John Bragg Highway
16 mi
·
18 min
·
John Bragg Highway
22
Continue on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard
23
Turn right onto Southeast Broad Street
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
·
Southeast Broad Street
24
Turn right onto South Church Street
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
South Church Street
25
Turn right onto East Main Street
46 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Main Street
26
Continue on East Main Street
348 ft
·
14 sec
·
East Main Street
27
Turn right onto South Spring Street
85 ft
·
4 sec
·
South Spring Street
28
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the short 1 hour and 53 minute duration and 100.7-mile length, this drive offers excellent flexibility. You can leave Middle Valley, TN at any time that suits you, with no pressure to break up the journey. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $15 estimated cost is based on continuous travel; frequent stops might slightly alter this. Since this is a turn-heavy local drive, pay close attention to GPS directions and road signs, especially when transitioning between Middle Valley Road, Daisy Dallas Road, and Harrison Lane. There are no specific stops recommended, so pack snacks or plan your own brief breaks as needed.
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 50.4 miles from Middle Valley, TN, or about 56m 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 22 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.4 miles or 56m 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
+
Open the route before leaving Middle Valley, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Middle Valley, TN
This is one driving day of about 100.7 miles and 1h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Middle Valley, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 50.4 mi from Middle Valley, TN · 56m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
50 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 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 50.4 miles from Middle Valley, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.74 one way
$31.49 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $17.29 | $34.57 |
| premium | $4.89 | $19.38 | $38.76 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.23 | $44.47 |
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: 35.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.2 | 0 | $10.57 | $4.83 |
| Efficient EV | 25.2 | 0 | $8.81 | $4.03 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.3 | 0 | $14.10 | $6.44 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Murfreesboro, TN
Night in Murfreesboro on Wednesday
Local time
10:38 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
51°F
McMinnville, TN
50 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
29 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 53m 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 Middle Valley, TN to Murfreesboro, TN covers 100.7 miles and takes about 1h 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Middle Valley Road, Daisy Dallas Road, Harrison Lane. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 50.4 miles from Middle Valley, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.74 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 Middle Valley, TN to Murfreesboro, TN is easy. At 1h 53m 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 Middle Valley, TN to Murfreesboro, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Middle Valley, TN to Murfreesboro, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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