Trip from Murfreesboro, TN to Rogersville, TN

Drive Time

4h 37m

Distance

244.4 mi

393 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$37

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

4h 24m ★

6 AM

4h 37m

8 AM

5h 4m

10 AM

4h 47m

12 PM

4h 44m

3 PM

4h 48m

5 PM

5h 3m

8 PM

4h 29m

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

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Murfreesboro, TN

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Rogersville, TN

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Trip Overview

Traveling from Murfreesboro to Rogersville covers 244.4 miles across Tennessee, making for a straightforward drive that typically takes about 4 hours and 37 minutes. Because this is a highway-focused route, it is easily manageable as a single-day trip without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $37 for fuel, though actual costs will depend on your vehicle’s efficiency. The journey transitions you across the Southeast, moving from the central part of the state toward the eastern region. It serves as an efficient path if you are looking to cross the state with minimal fuss. While it is a longer haul, the consistency of the roads makes it a practical option for travelers seeking a direct connection between these two points.

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

122.2 miles from Murfreesboro, TN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 16m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a trip defined by its highway-focused nature, with 73% of the journey spent on major thoroughfares. You will spend the vast majority of your time on I-40, which includes a significant 156.7-mile stretch that serves as the backbone of your drive. As you exit the interstate, the character of the road shifts significantly as you transition onto Rutledge Pike and the Lee Highway. These secondary roads offer a change of pace from the monotonous interstate grind, providing a different feel as you approach your destination. Navigating this mix requires you to stay alert during the long highway segments before adapting to the flow of the local routes.

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

There are about 24 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 18 significant decision points across 244.4 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 18 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 Rogersville, TN, road signs point toward Lebanon, Blaine, Rutledge and Bean Station.

Lebanon

26.6 mi in | ~32m

Blaine

184.1 mi in | ~3h 25m

Rutledge

184.1 mi in | ~3h 25m

Bean Station

184.1 mi in | ~3h 25m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 40	156.7 mi	2h 51m
Rutledge Pike	28.5 mi	32m
Lee Highway	27.1 mi	31m
Tennessee National Guard Parkway	20.9 mi	22m
Northwest Broad Street	3.7 mi	5m
Appalachian Highway	1.7 mi	1m
Main Street	1.2 mi	2m
West Main Street	1.2 mi	2m

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Murfreesboro, TN and Rogersville, 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

1.2 mi · 2 min · Main Street

Turn left onto US 11W; SR 1

16 mi · 18 min · Lee Highway

Continue on US 11W; SR 1

0.6 mi · 41 sec · Rogersville Bypass

Take the exit

192 ft · 5 sec

Turn right onto Sneedville Pike

0.1 mi · 16 sec · Sneedville Pike

Turn left onto West Main Street

0.9 mi · 1 min · West Main Street

Arrive at destination

East Main Street

Trip Plan

To keep your 4-hour and 37-minute journey smooth, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refresh. Since you face a long 156.7-mile stretch on I-40, try to time your break for after that segment to help combat fatigue. Aim to depart early in the morning to avoid peak traffic congestion, which can significantly impact your travel time on major interstates. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge during the interstate portion to ensure you aren't forced into an inconvenient stop. Given that this route is designed as a one-day trip, the flexibility of your departure time is your greatest advantage, so adjust your start based on when you prefer to arrive in Rogersville.

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 122.2 miles from Murfreesboro, TN, or about 2h 16m 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 122.2 miles or 2h 16m 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 44m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Rogersville, 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 244.4 miles and 4h 37m.

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 122.2 mi from Murfreesboro, TN · 2h 16m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Johnson, TN

122 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 122.2 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 Rogersville, TN

The final approach into Rogersville, 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 Rogersville, 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

$37.12 one way

$74.24 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 86 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.25	$40.92	$81.85
premium	$4.80	$46.14	$92.28
diesel	$5.64	$54.30	$108.59

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$37

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$62–$87

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 85.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	73.3	0	$25.66	$11.73
Efficient EV	61.1	0	$21.38	$9.78
EV Truck/SUV	97.8	1	$34.22	$15.64

Gas CO2

86 kg

EV CO2

29 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

6:25 PM

CDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Rogersville, TN

Evening in Rogersville on Sunday

Local time

7:25 PM

EDT

Current temp

59°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

61°F

Johnson, TN

122 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

5 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 37m 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 Rogersville, TN covers 244.4 miles and takes about 4h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 40, Rutledge Pike, Lee Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 122.2 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 $37.12 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 Rogersville, TN, road signs point toward Lebanon, Blaine, Rutledge and Bean Station.

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