Trip from Murfreesboro, TN to Bean Station, TN

Drive Time

4h 14m

Distance

226.8 mi

365 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$34

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min

4 AM

4h 2m ★

6 AM

4h 15m

8 AM

4h 41m

10 AM

4h 24m

12 PM

4h 22m

3 PM

4h 25m

5 PM

4h 40m

8 PM

4h 7m

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

Best Time Drive vs Fly

Google Maps Waze Apple Maps

Download GPX

Murfreesboro, TN

Kelly

Bean Station, TN

Haberdoedas Photography

Trip Overview

Traveling from Murfreesboro to Bean Station covers 226.8 miles across Tennessee, making for a straightforward journey that typically takes 4 hours and 14 minutes. Because this is a highway-focused drive, you can easily complete the trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $34 on fuel for the trek. The route primarily utilizes I-40, Tennessee National Guard Parkway, and Rutledge Pike to traverse the state. Whether you are headed toward the eastern part of the Southeast region for business or a change of scenery, the trip is efficient and uncomplicated.

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

113.4 miles from Murfreesboro, TN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 7m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a drive defined by speed and efficiency, with 78% of your journey spent on high-speed highways. The most significant portion of your time behind the wheel will be spent on I-40, which features a long, uninterrupted stretch of 156.7 miles. Once you transition off the interstate and onto routes like Rutledge Pike and the Tennessee National Guard Parkway, the pace shifts from a heavy-traffic interstate grind to more localized driving. This mix ensures you spend the bulk of your time making steady progress before navigating the final approach to Bean Station.

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

There are about 19 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 156.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and Rutledge Pike. 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 14 significant decision points across 226.8 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: near the start (East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (US 41; US 70S; US 231 / Northwest Broad Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 26.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 14 key points

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

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | East Main Street

Turn left onto East Main Street

Navigation decision point

0.4 mi into trip | ~1m in | US 41; US 70S; US 231 / Northwest Broad Street

Turn right onto US 41; US 70S; US 231 / Northwest Broad Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.

26.6 mi into trip | ~32m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 40 East: Knoxville, Lebanon

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 76A Toward I 40 East: Knoxville, Lebanon

176.4 mi into trip | ~3h 15m in | I 40

Keep slight left at fork onto I 40

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.

184.1 mi into trip | ~3h 25m in

Keep slight right at fork toward US 11W: Mascot, Blaine, Rutledge, Bean Station

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 11W: Mascot, Blaine, Rutledge, Bean S...

Towns Along This Route

Between Murfreesboro, TN and Bean Station, TN, road signs point toward Lebanon, Blaine and Rutledge.

Lebanon

26.6 mi in | ~32m

Blaine

184.1 mi in | ~3h 25m

Rutledge

184.1 mi in | ~3h 25m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 40	156.7 mi	2h 51m
Rutledge Pike	28.5 mi	32m
Tennessee National Guard Parkway	20.9 mi	22m
Lee Highway	11.5 mi	13m
Northwest Broad Street	3.7 mi	5m
Appalachian Highway	1.7 mi	1m
New Nashville Highway	0.9 mi	1m
Main Street	0.8 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 40 — 156.7 mi, about 2h 51m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Murfreesboro, TN and Bean Station, TN.

Start on South Spring Street

84 ft · 11 sec · South Spring Street

Turn left onto East Main Street

347 ft · 9 sec · East Main Street

Turn right onto North Church Street

115 ft · 3 sec · North Church Street

Turn slight left onto North Public Square

393 ft · 11 sec · North Public Square

Use the left lane.

Turn slight right onto West Main Street

0.2 mi · 36 sec · West Main Street

Turn right onto US 41; US 70S; US 231

3.7 mi · 5 min · Northwest Broad Street

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 41; US 70S

0.9 mi · 1 min · New Nashville Highway

Take the ramp

0.6 mi · 1 min

Toward I 840 East: Knoxville

Merge onto I 840

21 mi · 22 min · Tennessee National Guard Parkway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

0.7 mi · 1 min

Exit 76A Toward I 40 East: Knoxville, Lebanon Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 40

149 mi · 2 hr 42 min · I 40

Use the none lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 40

7.6 mi · 9 min · I 40

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 21 sec

Toward US 11W: Knoxville Zoo

Keep slight right at fork

391 ft · 9 sec

Toward US 11W: Mascot, Blaine, Rutledge, Bean Station

Continue on US 11W

29 mi · 32 min · Rutledge Pike

Continue on US 11W; SR 1

12 mi · 13 min · Lee Highway

Merge onto US 11W; US 25E; SR 1; SR 32; ADHS S

1.7 mi · 1 min · Appalachian Highway

Turn left onto Old US 11W

0.8 mi · 1 min · Main Street

Arrive at destination

Old US 11W

Trip Plan

To keep your drive smooth, plan for at least one dedicated stop during your 4-hour and 14-minute transit to break up the long interstate segments. Since the trip is manageable in one day, you have plenty of flexibility to depart when it best suits your schedule, though avoiding peak traffic hours on I-40 is always a smart move. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during the 156.7-mile stretch on the interstate to ensure you don't run low before reaching the state highways. Since the total fuel cost is estimated at $34, budgeting accordingly will make your planning effortless. Prioritize comfort for the long highway portion to ensure you arrive in Bean Station feeling refreshed.

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 113.4 miles from Murfreesboro, TN, or about 2h 7m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 156.7 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 80 miles or 1h 31m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 113.4 miles or 2h 7m 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 27m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Murfreesboro, 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 Murfreesboro, TN

This is one driving day of about 226.8 miles and 4h 14m.

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.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 156.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 113.4 mi from Murfreesboro, TN · 2h 7m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Johnson, TN

113 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

Johnson, TN

Fuel and coffee

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

Johnson, TN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 113.4 miles from Murfreesboro, 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 156.7 miles.

Arriving in Bean Station, TN

The final approach into Bean Station, 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 Bean Station, TN.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$34.45 one way

$68.90 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 79 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.25	$37.98	$75.95
premium	$4.80	$42.82	$85.63
diesel	$5.64	$50.39	$100.77

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$34

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$59–$84

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 79.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	68	0	$23.81	$10.89
Efficient EV	56.7	0	$19.85	$9.07
EV Truck/SUV	90.7	1	$31.75	$14.52

Gas CO2

79 kg

EV CO2

27 kg (66% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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

Murfreesboro, TN

Evening in Murfreesboro on Sunday

Local time

6:20 PM

CDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Bean Station, TN

Evening in Bean Station on Sunday

Local time

7:20 PM

EDT

Current temp

57°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

61°F

Johnson, TN

113 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 later

The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.

Temperature spread

7 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

4h 14m 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 Murfreesboro, TN to Bean Station, TN covers 226.8 miles and takes about 4h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 40, Rutledge Pike, Tennessee National Guard Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 113.4 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 $34.45 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.

Between Murfreesboro, TN and Bean Station, TN, road signs point toward Lebanon, Blaine and Rutledge.

Was this route helpful?

Thanks for your feedback!

Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!

/500

Explore More

Explore more options from Murfreesboro, TN or browse trips ending in Bean Station, TN.

Looking for more statewide routes? Browse TN road trips.

Explore maps for Murfreesboro, TN or Bean Station, TN on MapSof.net.

Trip from Murfreesboro, TN to Bean Station, TN

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Bean Station, TN

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Murfreesboro, TN

Bean Station, TN

1 hour later

7 degrees cooler at arrival

4h 14m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

Was this route helpful?

Explore More

Continue From Bean Station, TN

More from Murfreesboro, TN

More trips to Bean Station, TN