Trip from Rosswood, TN to Murfreesboro, TN

Q: What are the main roads on this route?

The main roads are I 24, Old Fort Parkway, Sam Ridley Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

Q: Is this a good same-day trip?

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Q: Where should I stop halfway?

The midpoint is about 8 miles from Rosswood, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

Q: How much does gas cost for this trip?

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.52 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Q: What is the best time to leave?

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

Q: What towns show up on signs driving from Rosswood, TN to Murfreesboro, TN?

The route from Rosswood, TN to Murfreesboro, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Q: Are there national parks near the route from Rosswood, TN to Murfreesboro, TN?

Yes. Nearby national parks include Stones River National Battlefield.

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

22m

Distance

16.1 mi

26 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 6 min

4 AM

0h 20m ★

6 AM

0h 22m

8 AM

0h 26m

10 AM

0h 24m

12 PM

0h 23m

3 PM

0h 24m

5 PM

0h 26m

8 PM

0h 21m

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

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Trip Overview

The drive from Rosswood, TN to Murfreesboro, TN covers 16.1 miles and takes about 22m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 24, Old Fort Parkway, Sam Ridley Parkway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 11.3 miles on I 24. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.52 one way before food or hotel costs.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 22m. Total distance: 16.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

22m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 22m highway drive covering 16.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 24 and Old Fort Parkway. The longest continuous stretch is about 11.3 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 17 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 11.3 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 24 and Old Fort Parkway. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Isabella Lane.

Driving Effort 6/10

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

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 16.1 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: near the start (Isabella Lane): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 1.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles (I 24): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 10 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 | Isabella Lane

At end of road, turn right onto Isabella Lane

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

1.3 mi into trip | ~2m in

Turn left toward I 24 East: Chattanooga

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward I 24 East: Chattanooga

1.7 mi into trip | ~3m in | I 24

Merge onto I 24

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

13 mi into trip | ~15m 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

15.4 mi into trip | ~20m 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	11.3 mi	12m
Old Fort Parkway	2 mi	3m
Sam Ridley Parkway	1.2 mi	2m
Northwest Broad Street	0.2 mi	<1m
West Main Street	0.2 mi	<1m
South Public Square	<0.1 mi	<1m
East Main Street	<0.1 mi	<1m
Isabella Lane	<0.1 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: I 24 — 11.3 mi, about 12m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Rosswood, TN and Murfreesboro, TN.

Start on this road

217 ft · 18 sec · this road

At end of road, turn right onto Isabella Lane

186 ft · 7 sec · Isabella Lane

Turn left onto SR 266

1.2 mi · 2 min · Sam Ridley Parkway

Turn left

0.4 mi · 55 sec

Toward I 24 East: Chattanooga Use the left lane.

Merge onto I 24

11 mi · 12 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

2.0 mi · 3 min · Old Fort Parkway

Use the straight lane.

Turn slight right

0.2 mi · 29 sec

Keep slight right at fork

181 ft · 6 sec

Turn right onto US 41; US 70S; US 231

0.2 mi · 26 sec · Northwest Broad Street

Use the right lane.

Turn left onto West Main Street

0.2 mi · 30 sec · West Main Street

Turn right onto South Maple Street

138 ft · 4 sec · South Maple Street

Turn slight left onto South Public Square

467 ft · 12 sec · South Public Square

Turn slight right onto East Main Street

47 ft · 1 sec · East Main Street

Continue on East Main Street

347 ft · 13 sec · East Main Street

Turn right onto South Spring Street

84 ft · 3 sec · South Spring Street

Arrive at destination

South Spring Street

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$2.52 one way

$5.03 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 6 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$2.76	$5.53
premium	$4.89	$3.10	$6.20
diesel	$5.61	$3.55	$7.11

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

Estimated CO2 emission: 5.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	4.8	$1.69	$0.77
Efficient EV	4	$1.41	$0.64
EV Truck/SUV	6.4	$2.25	$1.03

Gas CO2

6 kg

EV CO2

2 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.

Forecast as of Apr 13, 2026

Origin

Rosswood, TN

Morning in Rosswood on Thursday

Local time

11:58 AM

CDT

Current temp

73°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Murfreesboro, TN

Morning in Murfreesboro on Thursday

Local time

11:58 AM

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

4 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

22m 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 Rosswood, TN to Murfreesboro, TN covers 16.1 miles and takes about 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 24, Old Fort Parkway, Sam Ridley 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 8 miles from Rosswood, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.52 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.