Origin
Portland, TN
Late night in Portland on Saturday
Local time
12:09 AM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Portland, TN to Murfreesboro, TN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 11m
Distance
56.5 mi
91 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 6m
★
6 AM
1h 12m
8 AM
1h 23m
10 AM
1h 16m
12 PM
1h 15m
3 PM
1h 16m
5 PM
1h 23m
8 PM
1h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Portland, TN
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Murfreesboro, TN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Portland, TN to Murfreesboro, TN covers 56.5 miles and takes about 1h 11m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North Broadway, Tennessee National Guard Parkway, SR 109 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 17.6 miles on North Broadway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.83 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 11m. Total distance: 56.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (54%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
The drive from Portland, TN to Murfreesboro, TN covers 56.5 miles and takes about 1h 11m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Broadway is the longest continuous segment at about 17.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 34.1 miles in.
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 56.5 miles you will encounter 10 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 34.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 34.5 miles (I 840 / Tennessee National Guard Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 50.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
34.1 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Take the exit toward I 840 West: Chattanooga
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 840 West: Chattanooga
5
34.5 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
I 840 / Tennessee National Guard Parkway
Merge onto I 840 / Tennessee National Guard Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
50.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
Take the exit toward US 41, US 70S: Murfreesboro, Smyrna
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 55A-B
Toward US 41, US 70S: Murfreesboro, Smyrna
9
50.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 41 South, US 70S East: Murfreesbord
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Exit 55A
Toward US 41 South, US 70S East: Murfreesbord
5
56.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
|
South Spring Street
Turn right onto South Spring Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Portland, TN to Murfreesboro, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Smyrna along the way.
Smyrna
50.6 mi in
|
~1h 1m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Broadway | 17.6 mi | 20m |
| Tennessee National Guard Parkway | 16.1 mi | 17m |
| SR 109 | 14.4 mi | 20m |
| Northwest Broad Street | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| South Water Avenue | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| New Nashville Highway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| West Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South Public Square | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
North Broadway
— 17.6 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Portland, TN and Murfreesboro, TN.
1
Start on SR 109
18 mi
·
20 min
·
North Broadway
2
Take the exit
291 ft
·
8 sec
3
Merge onto SR 109
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
South Water Avenue
4
Continue on SR 109
7.1 mi
·
11 min
·
SR 109
5
Continue on SR 109
7.2 mi
·
8 min
·
SR 109
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Toward I 840 West: Chattanooga
7
Merge onto I 840
16 mi
·
17 min
·
Tennessee National Guard Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 55A-B
Toward US 41, US 70S: Murfreesboro, Smyrna
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Exit 55A
Toward US 41 South, US 70S East: Murfreesbord
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
1 min
11
Turn straight onto US 41; US 70S
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
New Nashville Highway
12
Continue on US 41; US 70S
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Northwest Broad Street
13
Turn left onto West Main Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
West Main Street
14
Turn right onto South Maple Street
138 ft
·
4 sec
·
South Maple Street
15
Turn slight left onto South Public Square
467 ft
·
12 sec
·
South Public Square
16
Turn slight right onto East Main Street
47 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Main Street
17
Continue on East Main Street
347 ft
·
13 sec
·
East Main Street
18
Turn right onto South Spring Street
84 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Spring Street
19
Arrive at destination
South Spring Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.2 mi from Portland, TN · 36m 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.
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 28.2 miles from Portland, 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
$8.83 one way
$17.67 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.70 | $19.40 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.87 | $21.75 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.47 | $24.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17 | 0 | $5.93 | $2.71 |
| Efficient EV | 14.1 | 0 | $4.94 | $2.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.6 | 0 | $7.91 | $3.62 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Late night in Murfreesboro on Saturday
Local time
12:09 AM
CDT
Current temp
88°F
Mostly Sunny
S 0 to 10 mph
9% chance
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
35 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 11m on the road
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Portland, TN to Murfreesboro, TN covers 56.5 miles and takes about 1h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Broadway, Tennessee National Guard Parkway, SR 109. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.2 miles from Portland, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.83 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 56.5 miles you will encounter 10 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 34.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 34.5 miles (I 840 / Tennessee National Guard Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 50.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Portland, TN to Murfreesboro, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Smyrna along the way.
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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