Origin
Walterhill, TN
Afternoon in Walterhill on Thursday
Local time
2:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Walterhill, TN to City of Murfreesboro, TN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
14m
Distance
8.2 mi
13 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 13m
★
6 AM
0h 14m
8 AM
0h 17m
10 AM
0h 15m
12 PM
0h 15m
3 PM
0h 16m
5 PM
0h 17m
8 PM
0h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Walterhill, TN
Kelly
City of Murfreesboro, TN
Kelly
Trip Overview
The drive from Walterhill, TN to City of Murfreesboro, TN covers 8.2 miles and takes about 14m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Memorial Boulevard, Lebanon Pike, Old Fort Parkway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 4.7 miles on Memorial Boulevard. At current regular gas prices, budget about $1.28 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 14m. Total distance: 8.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (6%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a 14m drive with frequent turns across 8.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 7 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Memorial Boulevard is the longest continuous segment at about 4.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 266 / East Jefferson Pike.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Walterhill, TN to City of Murfreesboro, TN is easy. At 14m with 6% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 266 / East Jefferson Pike): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.1 miles (US 231 / Lebanon Pike): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 7.8 miles (Golf Lane): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
3 of 3 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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SR 266 / East Jefferson Pike
Turn sharp right onto SR 266 / East Jefferson Pike
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 231 / Lebanon Pike
Turn sharp left onto US 231 / Lebanon Pike
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
4
7.8 mi into trip
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~12m in
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Golf Lane
Turn right onto Golf Lane
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Memorial Boulevard | 4.7 mi | 7m |
| Lebanon Pike | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Old Fort Parkway | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Golf Lane | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| East Jefferson Pike | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Memorial Boulevard
— 4.7 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Walterhill, TN and City of Murfreesboro, TN.
1
Start on this road
202 ft
·
14 sec
·
this road
2
Turn sharp right onto SR 266
223 ft
·
13 sec
·
East Jefferson Pike
3
Turn sharp left onto US 231
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Lebanon Pike
4
Continue on US 231
4.7 mi
·
7 min
·
Memorial Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on SR 96
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Old Fort Parkway
6
Turn right onto Golf Lane
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Golf Lane
7
Arrive at destination
Golf Lane
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4.1 mi from Walterhill, TN · 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
4 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 8.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4.1 miles from Walterhill, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.28 one way
$2.56 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $1.41 | $2.82 |
| premium | $4.89 | $1.58 | $3.16 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.81 | $3.62 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.5 | 0 | $0.86 | $0.39 |
| Efficient EV | 2.1 | 0 | $0.72 | $0.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.3 | 0 | $1.15 | $0.52 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
City of Murfreesboro, TN
Afternoon in City of Murfreesboro on Thursday
Local time
2:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°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
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
14m 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 Walterhill, TN to City of Murfreesboro, TN covers 8.2 miles and takes about 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Memorial Boulevard, Lebanon Pike, Old Fort Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.1 miles from Walterhill, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.28 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.
The drive from Walterhill, TN to City of Murfreesboro, TN is easy. At 14m with 6% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 266 / East Jefferson Pike): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.1 miles (US 231 / Lebanon Pike): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 7.8 miles (Golf Lane): Navigation decision point.
The route from Walterhill, TN to City of Murfreesboro, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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