Origin
South Pittsburg, TN
Afternoon in South Pittsburg on Saturday
Local time
3:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from South Pittsburg, 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 28m
Distance
76.6 mi
123 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 22m
★
6 AM
1h 29m
8 AM
1h 42m
10 AM
1h 33m
12 PM
1h 32m
3 PM
1h 34m
5 PM
1h 41m
8 PM
1h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
South Pittsburg, TN
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Murfreesboro, TN
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Trip Overview
South Pittsburg, TN to Murfreesboro, TN is 76.6 miles and takes about 1h 28m via I 24, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip traverses the Southeast region of Tennessee, offering a straightforward drive primarily on interstate highways. It’s a relatively short distance, making it an ideal option for a single-day excursion without feeling rushed. You'll find the journey to be a practical connection between these two Tennessee locations, suitable for those prioritizing efficiency.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 24 | 40.5 mi | 43m |
| US 72 | 2.2 mi | 2m |
| South Church Street | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| 3rd Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Spring Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 24
— 40.5 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Pittsburg, TN and Murfreesboro, TN.
1
Start on this road
97 ft
·
12 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto 3rd Street
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
3rd Street
3
Turn left onto US 72
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
US 72
4
Keep slight left at fork
31 mi
·
37 min
Toward US 64, I 24: Nashville
Use the left lane.
5
Continue on I 24
41 mi
·
43 min
·
I 24
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 81
Toward US 231: Murfreesboro, Shelbyville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn right onto US 231
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
South Church Street
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn right onto East Main Street
47 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Main Street
9
Continue on East Main Street
347 ft
·
13 sec
·
East Main Street
10
Turn right onto South Spring Street
84 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Spring Street
11
Arrive at destination
South Spring Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 38.3 miles from South Pittsburg, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 55 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 76.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
3rd Street
Turn left onto 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
8
2.5 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 64, I 24: Nashville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward US 64, I 24: Nashville
8
73.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
Take the exit toward US 231: Murfreesboro, Shelbyville
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 81
Toward US 231: Murfreesboro, Shelbyville
4
74.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
|
US 231 / South Church Street
Turn right onto US 231 / South Church Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
76.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 28m in
|
South Spring Street
Turn right onto South Spring Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.98 one way
$23.95 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $13.15 | $26.30 |
| premium | $4.89 | $14.74 | $29.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.91 | $33.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23 | 0 | $8.04 | $3.68 |
| Efficient EV | 19.2 | 0 | $6.70 | $3.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.6 | 0 | $10.72 | $4.90 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Afternoon in Murfreesboro on Saturday
Local time
3:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
88°F
Mostly Sunny
SSW 5 to 10 mph
4% 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
5 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 28m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This is a mixed drive, with 56% of the route utilizing highways. You'll experience a longest stretch of 40.5 miles on I 24, which provides a consistent pace for a significant portion of your journey. While much of the drive involves interstate travel, expect some transitions onto local roads like South Church Street as you approach your destination. The overall feel is one of steady progress, transitioning from faster highway speeds to a more localized road experience.
56% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 40.5 mi on I 24.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 3rd Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 28m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 73.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 28m. Total distance: 76.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (56%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 40.5 miles on I 24. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 73.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Stones River National Battlefield. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Murfreesboro, TN before heading back.
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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