Origin
Murfreesboro, TN
Evening in Murfreesboro on Sunday
Local time
5:43 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Murfreesboro, TN to Ardmore, TN
Drive Time
1h 42m
Distance
88.9 mi
143 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 34m
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6 AM
1h 42m
8 AM
1h 57m
10 AM
1h 47m
12 PM
1h 46m
3 PM
1h 48m
5 PM
1h 56m
8 PM
1h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Murfreesboro, TN
Kelly
Ardmore, TN
Kelly
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick trek from Murfreesboro to Ardmore, you are looking at a straightforward 88.9-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 42 minutes. This route is an ideal day trip, as it keeps you within the Southeast region of Tennessee for the entire drive. Because it is a short distance, you can easily complete it in one go without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $14 on fuel for the trip, making it a very budget-friendly option for your schedule. Since the route relies heavily on major thoroughfares, it is a practical choice for those who prefer efficiency over winding backroads.
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
44.5 miles from Murfreesboro, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a classic highway-focused experience, as roughly 93% of this 88.9-mile drive is spent on major roads. Your route utilizes a combination of I-24, the Tennessee National Guard Parkway, and I-65 to keep you moving toward the Alabama border. You will encounter your longest stretch of continuous driving during the 56.1 miles spent on I-65, which defines the bulk of the trip's rhythm. While the drive is efficient, be prepared for the consistent pace that comes with high-speed interstate travel. The transition between these major arteries creates a steady, predictable flow that allows you to cover the distance quickly.
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 65 is the longest continuous segment at about 56.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and Tennessee National Guard Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Main Street.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 88.9 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: near the start (East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 28 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Main Street
Turn left onto East Main Street
Navigation decision point
8
6.4 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward I 840 West: Memphis, Franklin
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 74A
Toward I 840 West: Memphis, Franklin
8
28 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Take the exit toward I 65: Nashville, Huntsville
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 31
Toward I 65: Nashville, Huntsville
8
28.4 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 65 South: Huntsville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 31A
Toward I 65 South: Huntsville
6
86.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 37m in
Take the exit toward 31, 7: Ardmore, Huntsville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 1
Toward 31, 7: Ardmore, Huntsville
Towns Along This Route
Between Murfreesboro, TN and Ardmore, TN, road signs point toward Franklin and Huntsville.
Franklin
6.4 mi in
|
~10m
Huntsville
28 mi in
|
~34m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 56.1 mi | 1h |
| Tennessee National Guard Parkway | 20.8 mi | 22m |
| I 24 | 3.3 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Old Fort Parkway | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| State Highway 7 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| US 31 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Northwest Broad Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 56.1 mi, about 1h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Murfreesboro, TN and Ardmore, TN.
1
Start on South Spring Street
84 ft
·
11 sec
·
South Spring Street
2
Turn left onto East Main Street
347 ft
·
9 sec
·
East Main Street
3
Turn right onto North Church Street
115 ft
·
3 sec
·
North Church Street
4
Turn slight left onto North Public Square
393 ft
·
11 sec
·
North Public Square
Use the left lane.
5
Turn slight right onto West Main Street
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
West Main Street
6
Turn right onto US 41; US 70S; US 231
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Northwest Broad Street
7
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
8
Turn straight onto SR 96
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Old Fort Parkway
Use the none lane.
9
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 24 West: Nashville
10
Merge onto I 24
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
I 24
Use the none lane.
11
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 74A
Toward I 840 West: Memphis, Franklin
Use the right lane.
12
Merge onto I 840
21 mi
·
22 min
·
Tennessee National Guard Parkway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 31
Toward I 65: Nashville, Huntsville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork
1.6 mi
·
2 min
Exit 31A
Toward I 65 South: Huntsville
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
15
Merge onto I 65
56 mi
·
1 hr
·
I 65
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 1
Toward 31, 7: Ardmore, Huntsville
17
Turn left onto US 31
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
US 31
18
Continue on TN 7
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
State Highway 7
19
Continue on TN 7
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
20
Arrive at destination
TN 7
Trip Plan
Because this drive is relatively short, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience without worrying about a complex itinerary. Since you will be spending the vast majority of your time on highways, keep an eye on traffic patterns around the I-24 and I-65 junctions, as these are likely your busiest segments. You won't need to plan for lengthy stops, but keeping a small buffer in your $14 fuel budget is always a smart move for any unexpected idling. Given that there are no mandatory stops listed for the 1 hour and 42-minute duration, use the time to enjoy the straightforward nature of the drive. Aim to avoid peak commute hours to ensure you maintain that steady pace throughout the 88.9-mile stretch.
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 44.5 miles from Murfreesboro, TN, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56.1 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 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.5 miles or 52m 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 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ardmore, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Murfreesboro, 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 Murfreesboro, TN
This is one driving day of about 88.9 miles and 1h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Murfreesboro, 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 I 65 for about 56.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 44.5 mi from Murfreesboro, TN · 52m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
44 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 44.5 miles from Murfreesboro, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Ardmore, TN
The final approach into Ardmore, 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 Ardmore, 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
$13.50 one way
$27.01 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $14.89 | $29.77 |
| premium | $4.80 | $16.78 | $33.57 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $19.75 | $39.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.7 | 0 | $9.33 | $4.27 |
| Efficient EV | 22.2 | 0 | $7.78 | $3.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35.6 | 0 | $12.45 | $5.69 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (68% 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
Ardmore, TN
Evening in Ardmore on Sunday
Local time
5:43 PM
CDT
Current temp
83°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
19 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 42m 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 Murfreesboro, TN to Ardmore, TN covers 88.9 miles and takes about 1h 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 65, Tennessee National Guard Parkway, I 24. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 44.5 miles from Murfreesboro, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.50 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 16 significant decision points across 88.9 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: near the start (East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 28 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Murfreesboro, TN and Ardmore, TN, road signs point toward Franklin and Huntsville.
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