Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 8m
Distance
55.5 mi
89 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Murfreesboro, TN
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Kingston Springs, TN
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The drive from Murfreesboro, TN to Kingston Springs, TN covers 55.5 miles and takes about 1h 8m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 24, I 40, Debra K Johnson Memorial Parkway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 24.6 miles on I 24. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.68 one way before food or hotel costs.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 8m. Total distance: 55.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
This is a 1h 8m highway drive covering 55.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 24 and I 40. The longest continuous stretch is about 24.6 miles on I 24.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 24 and I 40. 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.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 55.5 miles you will encounter 16 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: near the start (East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.1 miles (I 24): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 27.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto East Main Street
Navigation decision point
Merge onto I 24
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 440 West: Memphis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork toward I 40 West: Memphis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward SR 249: Kingston Springs, Ashland City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 24 | 24.6 mi | 26m |
| I 40 | 17.4 mi | 18m |
| Debra K Johnson Memorial Parkway | 7.1 mi | 8m |
| Old Fort Parkway | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| West Kingston Spring | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| Northwest Broad Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Luyben Hills Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Murfreesboro, TN and Kingston Springs, TN.
Start on South Spring Street
Turn left onto East Main Street
Turn right onto North Church Street
Turn slight left onto North Public Square
Turn slight right onto West Main Street
Turn right onto US 41; US 70S; US 231
Turn left
Turn straight onto SR 96
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 24
Take the exit
Continue on I 440
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 40
Take the exit
Turn right onto SR 249
Turn left onto West Kingston Spring
Turn right onto North Main Street
Turn left
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 27.8 mi from Murfreesboro, TN · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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.
A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 27.8 miles from Murfreesboro, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Kingston Springs, 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.
Regular Gas
$8.68 one way
$17.35 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.53 | $19.05 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.68 | $21.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.25 | $24.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.83 | $2.66 |
| Efficient EV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.86 | $2.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.2 | 0 | $7.77 | $3.55 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Murfreesboro on Friday
Local time
7:04 PM
CDT
Current temp
88°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Evening in Kingston Springs on Friday
Local time
7:04 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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