Trip from Ridgely, TN to City of Murfreesboro, TN

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Drive Time

4h 9m

Distance

217.2 mi

350 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$34

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min

4 AM

3h 57m ★

6 AM

4h 10m

8 AM

4h 36m

10 AM

4h 19m

12 PM

4h 16m

3 PM

4h 20m

5 PM

4h 35m

8 PM

4h 2m

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

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Ridgely, TN

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City of Murfreesboro, TN

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Trip Overview

This 217.2-mile journey from Ridgely, TN, to the City of Murfreesboro, TN, is a straightforward drive that can comfortably be completed in about 4 hours and 9 minutes. Designed for a single day, this trip is focused on efficient travel, with 98% of the route utilizing highways. You'll find the estimated fuel cost to be around $34, making it an economical option for a Tennessee road trip. The drive stays within the Southeast region, offering a consistent travel experience across the state. With only one recommended stop, you can easily manage your time and reach your destination without needing an overnight stay.

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

108.6 miles from Ridgely, TN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 8m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this 217.2-mile trip, with 98% of the route being on highways. You'll primarily navigate via US 412 and State Route 78, with a segment on the Tennessee National Guard Parkway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 140.2 miles on US 412, meaning extended periods of consistent driving. This profile suggests a route designed for making good time, rather than one with frequent scenic detours or winding country roads. The character of the drive is efficient and direct, allowing you to cover significant ground.

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.

US 412 is the longest continuous segment at about 140.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 412 and Tennessee National Guard Parkway. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Depot Street.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 217.2 miles you will encounter 15 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 (Depot Street): Navigation decision point; at 18.2 miles (US 412): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 61.2 miles (US 412): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 15 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 | Depot Street

Turn right onto Depot Street

Navigation decision point

18.2 mi into trip | ~25m in | US 412

Take the exit onto US 412 toward US 51 South, US 412 East: Dyersburg, Jackson

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 15 Toward US 51 South, US 412 East: Dyersburg, Jac...

61.2 mi into trip | ~1h 17m in | US 412

Turn left onto US 412 toward I-40 East, US 412 East: Nashville

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / right lanes. Toward I-40 East, US 412 East: Nashville

211.3 mi into trip | ~3h 59m in

Take the exit toward I 24 East: Chattanooga

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 53A Toward I 24 East: Chattanooga

215 mi into trip | ~4h 4m 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

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Ridgely, TN and City of Murfreesboro, TN, road signs point toward Union City, Jackson and Franklin.

Union City

15.5 mi in | ~22m

Jackson

18.2 mi in | ~25m | via US 412

Franklin

158.3 mi in | ~3h 1m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
US 412	140.2 mi	2h 36m
Tennessee National Guard Parkway	52.2 mi	55m
State Route 78	14.1 mi	19m
I 24	2.9 mi	3m
I 155	2.3 mi	2m
Old Fort Parkway	1.6 mi	3m
Poplar Street	0.5 mi	1m
Lake Road	0.5 mi	1m

Longest stretch: US 412 — 140.2 mi, about 2h 36m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Ridgely, TN and City of Murfreesboro, TN.

Start on this road

61 ft · 6 sec · this road

Turn right onto Depot Street

155 ft · 6 sec · Depot Street

Turn right onto South Main Street

211 ft · 11 sec · South Main Street

Turn left onto Poplar Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · Poplar Street

Turn right onto TN 78

0.3 mi · 26 sec · South Headden Drive

Continue on TN 78

14 mi · 19 min · State Route 78

Continue on TN 78

0.5 mi · 1 min · Lake Road

Turn left

0.3 mi · 43 sec

Toward Union City

Merge onto I 155; US 412

2.3 mi · 2 min · I 155; US 412

Take the exit onto US 412

14 mi · 16 min · US 412

Exit 15 Toward US 51 South, US 412 East: Dyersburg, Jackson

Continue on US 412

29 mi · 34 min · US 412

Turn left onto US 412

97 mi · 1 hr 44 min · US 412

Toward I-40 East, US 412 East: Nashville Use the straight / right lanes.

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min

Toward I 840 East: Knoxville, Franklin

Merge onto I 840

52 mi · 55 min · Tennessee National Guard Parkway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 2 min

Exit 53A Toward I 24 East: Chattanooga Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 24

2.9 mi · 3 min · I 24

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 30 sec

Exit 78B Toward SR 96 East: Murfreesboro Use the right lane.

Turn straight onto SR 96

1.6 mi · 3 min · Old Fort Parkway

Use the straight lane.

Turn slight left

341 ft · 14 sec

Turn left onto Golf Lane

0.4 mi · 1 min · Golf Lane

Arrive at destination

Golf Lane

Trip Plan

Given the 4-hour and 9-minute duration, departing in the morning from Ridgely will allow you ample time to reach Murfreesboro without feeling rushed. Plan for your single stop strategically, perhaps around the halfway point, to refuel and stretch your legs. The longest stretch of 140.2 miles on US 412 means you’ll want to ensure you have sufficient fuel before embarking on that segment. With a fuel cost estimated at $34, it's a budget-friendly drive, but always keep an eye on your gauge, especially during longer stretches. This trip is perfectly suited for a day excursion, offering flexibility in your departure and arrival times.

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 108.6 miles from Ridgely, TN, or about 2h 8m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 140.2 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 37m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 108.6 miles or 2h 8m 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 23m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near City of Murfreesboro, TN than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Ridgely, 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 Ridgely, TN

This is one driving day of about 217.2 miles and 4h 9m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Ridgely, 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 US 412 for about 140.2 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 108.6 mi from Ridgely, TN · 2h 8m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Clarksville, TN

109 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.

Popular next leg

Clarksville, TN to City of Murfreesboro, TN

78.3 mi · 1h 35m

Pacing Suggestions

Clarksville, TN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Clarksville, TN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 108.6 miles from Ridgely, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 412 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 140.2 miles.

Arriving in City of Murfreesboro, TN

The final approach into City of Murfreesboro, 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 City of Murfreesboro, 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Stones River National Battlefield

National Battlefield

The Battle of Stones River began on the last day of 1862 and became one of the bloodiest conflicts of the Civil War. The battle produced important military and political gains for the Union, and it ch...

2 mi from route ~5 min detour Free near mile 217.2

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$33.96 one way

$67.91 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 76 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$37.28	$74.57
premium	$4.89	$41.80	$83.60
diesel	$5.61	$47.96	$95.91

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$34

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$59–$84

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 76 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	65.2	0	$22.81	$10.43
Efficient EV	54.3	0	$19.01	$8.69
EV Truck/SUV	86.9	1	$30.41	$13.90

Gas CO2

76 kg

EV CO2

25 kg (67% 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 5 days ago

Origin

Ridgely, TN

Evening in Ridgely on Tuesday

Local time

7:09 PM

CDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

City of Murfreesboro, TN

Evening in City of Murfreesboro on Tuesday

Local time

7:09 PM

CDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

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 warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

4h 9m 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 Ridgely, TN to City of Murfreesboro, TN covers 217.2 miles and takes about 4h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are US 412, Tennessee National Guard Parkway, State Route 78. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 108.6 miles from Ridgely, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $33.96 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 Ridgely, TN and City of Murfreesboro, TN, road signs point toward Union City, Jackson and Franklin.

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Trip from Ridgely, TN to City of Murfreesboro, TN

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in City of Murfreesboro, TN

National Parks Near This Route

Stones River National Battlefield

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Ridgely, TN

City of Murfreesboro, TN

Same local time

3 degrees warmer at arrival

4h 9m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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