Origin
Murfreesboro, TN
Afternoon in Murfreesboro on Friday
Local time
12:54 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Murfreesboro, TN to Lynchburg, TN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
56m
Distance
41.5 mi
67 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 52m
★
6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 6m
10 AM
1h 0m
12 PM
0h 59m
3 PM
1h 0m
5 PM
1h 5m
8 PM
0h 54m
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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Lynchburg, TN
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 41.5-mile drive from Murfreesboro, TN, to Lynchburg, TN, takes about 56 minutes and is best suited as a single-day excursion. With a minimal fuel cost estimated at $6, it's an economical trip. You'll primarily navigate local roads like Kingree Road and Shelbyville Highway, with no significant highway driving involved. The journey is characterized by frequent turns, making it a more engaging local experience rather than a high-speed transit. This route is perfect for a short, easy day trip within the Southeast region, offering a manageable and pleasant travel experience.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 56m. Total distance: 41.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' with a 0% highway share, meaning you'll be on surface streets and county roads for the entire 41.5 miles. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 12.8 miles on Kingree Road, so be prepared for frequent adjustments in direction. This isn't a route for setting speed records; it’s more about navigating through local communities and countryside. The character of the drive is defined by its local roads, requiring your attention to road signs and turns throughout the entire 56-minute duration.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Kingree Road is the longest continuous segment at about 12.8 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 Lynchburg, TN is easy. At 56m with 0% 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): Lane positioning matters here; at 25.3 miles (SR 64; SR 82; SR 130 / East Lane Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
East Vine Street
Turn right onto East Vine Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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South Church Street
Turn left onto South Church Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
25.3 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
SR 64; SR 82; SR 130 / East Lane Street
Turn left onto SR 64; SR 82; SR 130 / East Lane Street
Navigation decision point
4
39 mi into trip
|
~52m in
|
SR 55 / Lynchburg Highway
At end of road, turn right onto SR 55 / Lynchburg Highway
Navigation decision point
4
41.5 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
Hiles Street
Turn left onto Hiles Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Kingree Road | 12.8 mi | 19m |
| Shelbyville Highway | 11.5 mi | 13m |
| Florida Short Route | 6.3 mi | 7m |
| South Church Street | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| North Main Street | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Lynchburg Highway | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| North Jefferson Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| South Brittain Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Kingree Road
— 12.8 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Murfreesboro, TN and Lynchburg, 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
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
South Church Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Continue on US 231
12 mi
·
13 min
·
Shelbyville Highway
5
Merge onto US 231
6.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Florida Short Route
6
Continue on US 231; SR 82
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
North Main Street
7
Turn left onto SR 64; SR 82; SR 130
478 ft
·
8 sec
·
East Lane Street
8
Continue on SR 64; SR 82; SR 130
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
North Jefferson Street
9
Continue on SR 82
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
South Brittain Street
10
Turn left onto SR 82
13 mi
·
19 min
·
Kingree Road
11
At end of road, turn right onto SR 55
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Lynchburg Highway
12
Turn left onto Hiles Street
77 ft
·
2 sec
·
Hiles Street
13
Arrive at destination
Hiles Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20.8 mi from Murfreesboro, TN · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 41.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.8 miles from Murfreesboro, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lynchburg, TN
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Lynchburg, TN if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.49 one way
$12.98 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.12 | $14.25 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.99 | $15.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.16 | $18.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.36 | $1.99 |
| Efficient EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.63 | $1.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.81 | $2.66 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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.
Destination
Lynchburg, TN
Afternoon in Lynchburg on Friday
Local time
12:54 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
3 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
56m 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 Lynchburg, TN covers 41.5 miles and takes about 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Kingree Road, Shelbyville Highway, Florida Short Route. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20.8 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 $6.49 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 Lynchburg, TN is easy. At 56m with 0% 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): Lane positioning matters here; at 25.3 miles (SR 64; SR 82; SR 130 / East Lane Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Murfreesboro, TN to Lynchburg, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Stones River National Battlefield.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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