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Trip from Murfreesboro, TN to Dunlap, TN

Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026

Drive Time

1h 44m

Distance

76.1 mi

122 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$12

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 24 min
4 AM
1h 36m ★
6 AM
1h 44m
8 AM
2h 0m
10 AM
1h 49m
12 PM
1h 48m
3 PM
1h 50m
5 PM
1h 59m
8 PM
1h 39m

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

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city in Tennessee, United States of America

Murfreesboro, TN

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Downtown Dunlap, TN, TN

Dunlap, TN

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Trip Overview

This 76.1-mile drive from Murfreesboro, TN to Dunlap, TN is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 44 minutes. You'll navigate primarily via John Bragg Highway and TN 8, with a portion on Harrison Ferry Road. With a fuel cost estimated at $12, it's an economical excursion. The route is characterized by frequent turns, suggesting a more local and less highway-centric experience. Since it's a relatively short journey, you can depart at your leisure and arrive in Dunlap with plenty of daylight to spare, enjoying the Southeast's regional charm throughout.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

38 miles from Murfreesboro, TN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 44m. Total distance: 76.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 44m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (26%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.

Drive Character

Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for this 76.1-mile journey. Only 26% of this route utilizes highways, meaning you'll spend most of your time on local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 15.6 miles on John Bragg Highway. The frequent turns indicate a route that weaves through local communities and varied terrain, rather than a straightforward interstate cruise. Be prepared for a more engaging driving experience that requires your attention to navigate the various road changes.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
John Bragg Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 15.6 miles.

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. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near East Vine Street.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Murfreesboro, TN to Dunlap, TN is easy. At 1h 44m with 26% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East Vine Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (South Church Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (US 41; US 70S / Southeast Broad Street): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 7 key points

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

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0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | East Vine Street

Turn right onto East Vine Street

Navigation decision point

5
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | South Church Street

Turn left onto South Church Street

Navigation decision point

3
0.3 mi into trip | ~1m in | US 41; US 70S / Southeast Broad Street

Turn left onto US 41; US 70S / Southeast Broad Street

Navigation decision point

4
40.7 mi into trip | ~54m in | SR 56 / Beersheba Highway

At end of road, turn left onto SR 56 / Beersheba Highway

Navigation decision point

4
61.7 mi into trip | ~1h 24m in | TN 8; TN 111

At end of road, turn right onto TN 8; TN 111

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
John Bragg Highway 15.6 mi 18m
Harrison Ferry Road 12.3 mi 17m
TN 8 12.3 mi 16m
Nashville Highway 10.1 mi 11m
McMinnville Highway 8.2 mi 10m
State Highway 8 7.3 mi 10m
West Main Street 3.5 mi 7m
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard 2.1 mi 3m
Longest stretch: John Bragg Highway — 15.6 mi, about 18m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on South Spring Street

292 ft · 16 sec · South Spring Street
2

Turn right onto East Vine Street

371 ft · 23 sec · East Vine Street
3

Turn left onto South Church Street

0.2 mi · 32 sec · South Church Street
4

Turn left onto US 41; US 70S

0.5 mi · 52 sec · Southeast Broad Street
5

Turn left onto US 70S

2.1 mi · 3 min · Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard
6

Continue on US 70S

16 mi · 18 min · John Bragg Highway
7

Continue on US 70S

1.0 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
8

Continue on US 70S; SR 53

8.2 mi · 10 min · McMinnville Highway
9

Continue on US 70S

10 mi · 11 min · Nashville Highway
10

Continue on US 70S

2.1 mi · 3 min · West Main Street
11

Continue on SR 380

308 ft · 11 sec · West Main Street
12

Continue on SR 380

0.4 mi · 41 sec · West Main Street
13

Continue on SR 380

0.4 mi · 43 sec · East Main Street
14

At end of road, turn left onto SR 56

1.3 mi · 1 min · Beersheba Highway
15

Turn slight left onto TN 8

12 mi · 17 min · Harrison Ferry Road
16

Continue on TN 8

7.3 mi · 10 min · State Highway 8
17

At end of road, turn right onto TN 8; TN 111

12 mi · 16 min · TN 8; TN 111
18

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 21 sec
19

Turn straight onto US 127

1.8 mi · 2 min · Rankin Avenue
20

Arrive at destination

US 127

Trip Plan

For this 1 hour and 44-minute drive, starting your day without a strict schedule is advisable due to the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile. You won't need to split this 76.1-mile trip, and with a fuel cost of around $12, it's budget-friendly. Consider departing mid-morning to avoid any early rush and allow for a relaxed pace, especially since there are no designated stops. Keep an eye on your navigation as you transition between John Bragg Highway, Harrison Ferry Road, and TN 8 to ensure you’re on the correct path for your 76.1-mile journey to Dunlap.

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 38 miles from Murfreesboro, TN, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15.6 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 17 miles or 22m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 38 miles or 50m 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 28m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dunlap, 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.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Murfreesboro, TN

This is one driving day of about 76.1 miles and 1h 44m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Murfreesboro, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on John Bragg Highway for about 15.6 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 38 mi from Murfreesboro, TN · 50m into the drive

city in Warren County, Tennessee, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

McMinnville, TN

38 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

Alexandria, TN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

McMinnville, TN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 38 miles from Murfreesboro, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Dunlap, TN

The final approach into Dunlap, 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

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 ~8 min detour Free
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$11.90 one way

$23.79 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 27 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $13.06 $26.13
premium $4.89 $14.64 $29.29
diesel $5.61 $16.80 $33.60

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$12

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$37–$62

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 26.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 22.8 0 $7.99 $3.65
Efficient EV 19 0 $6.66 $3.04
EV Truck/SUV 30.4 0 $10.65 $4.87

Gas CO2

27 kg

EV CO2

9 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

Murfreesboro, TN

Evening in Murfreesboro on Thursday

Local time

7:49 PM

CDT

Current temp

77°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Dunlap, TN

Evening in Dunlap on Thursday

Local time

7:49 PM

CDT

Current temp

75°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

51°F

McMinnville, TN

38 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

2 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

1h 44m 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 Dunlap, TN covers 76.1 miles and takes about 1h 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are John Bragg Highway, Harrison Ferry Road, TN 8. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 38 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 $11.90 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 Murfreesboro, TN to Dunlap, TN is easy. At 1h 44m with 26% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East Vine Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (South Church Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (US 41; US 70S / Southeast Broad Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Murfreesboro, TN to Dunlap, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Stones River National Battlefield.

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