Origin
Pegram, TN
Evening in Pegram on Friday
Local time
6:14 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pegram, TN to Murfreesboro, TN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 3m
Distance
52.4 mi
84 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 59m
★
6 AM
1h 4m
8 AM
1h 14m
10 AM
1h 8m
12 PM
1h 6m
3 PM
1h 8m
5 PM
1h 14m
8 PM
1h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pegram, TN
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Murfreesboro, TN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Pegram, TN to Murfreesboro, TN covers 52.4 miles and takes about 1h 3m 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 25.2 miles on I 24. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.19 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 3m. Total distance: 52.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 3m highway drive covering 52.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 24 and I 40. The longest continuous stretch is about 25.2 miles on I 24.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 24 is the longest continuous segment at about 25.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 around 3.4 miles in near I 40.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 52.4 miles you will encounter 13 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: at 3.4 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
3.4 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
I 40
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
16.2 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Take the exit toward I 440 East: Knoxville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 206
Toward I 440 East: Knoxville
7
23.6 mi into trip
|
~28m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 24 East: Chattanooga
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 24 East: Chattanooga
7
49.3 mi into trip
|
~57m in
Take the exit toward SR 96 East: Murfreesboro
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 78B
Toward SR 96 East: Murfreesboro
6
51.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m 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 right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 24 | 25.2 mi | 27m |
| I 40 | 12.9 mi | 13m |
| Debra K Johnson Memorial Parkway | 7 mi | 8m |
| Old Fort Parkway | 2 mi | 3m |
| US 70 | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Mc Crory Lane | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| McCrory Lane | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Northwest Broad Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 24
— 25.2 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pegram, TN and Murfreesboro, TN.
1
Start on US 70
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
US 70
2
Turn right onto Mc Crory Lane
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Mc Crory Lane
3
Continue on McCrory Lane
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
McCrory Lane
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward I 40 East: Nashville
5
Merge onto I 40
13 mi
·
13 min
·
I 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 206
Toward I 440 East: Knoxville
Use the slight right lane.
7
Continue on I 440
7.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Debra K Johnson Memorial Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
Toward I 24 East: Chattanooga
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 24
25 mi
·
27 min
·
I 24
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 78B
Toward SR 96 East: Murfreesboro
Use the right lane.
11
Turn straight onto SR 96
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Old Fort Parkway
Use the straight lane.
12
Turn slight right
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
13
Keep slight right at fork
181 ft
·
6 sec
14
Turn right onto US 41; US 70S; US 231
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Northwest Broad Street
Use the right lane.
15
Turn left onto West Main Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
West Main Street
16
Turn right onto South Maple Street
138 ft
·
4 sec
·
South Maple Street
17
Turn slight left onto South Public Square
467 ft
·
12 sec
·
South Public Square
18
Turn slight right onto East Main Street
47 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Main Street
19
Continue on East Main Street
347 ft
·
13 sec
·
East Main Street
20
Turn right onto South Spring Street
84 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Spring Street
21
Arrive at destination
South Spring Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.2 mi from Pegram, TN · 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.2 miles from Pegram, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Murfreesboro, TN
The final approach into Murfreesboro, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.19 one way
$16.38 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.99 | $17.99 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.08 | $20.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.57 | $23.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.50 | $2.52 |
| Efficient EV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.59 | $2.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21 | 0 | $7.34 | $3.35 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Murfreesboro, TN
Evening in Murfreesboro on Friday
Local time
6:14 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°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
23 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 3m 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 Pegram, TN to Murfreesboro, TN covers 52.4 miles and takes about 1h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 24, I 40, Debra K Johnson Memorial 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 26.2 miles from Pegram, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.19 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 52.4 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.4 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Pegram, TN to Murfreesboro, 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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