Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 20m
Distance
63.7 mi
103 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
White Bluff, TN
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Murfreesboro, TN
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This 63.7-mile drive from White Bluff, TN to Murfreesboro, TN is a straightforward, one-day trip that should take about 1 hour and 20 minutes. With a modest fuel cost of around $11, it's an economical option for a quick journey within the Southeast region. The route primarily utilizes local roads, suggesting a more engaged driving experience rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. Given its short length and duration, this trip is perfectly suited for a single day of travel, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. It's a practical choice if you're looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B without significant time commitment.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
31.9 miles from White Bluff, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 40m into the drive .
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for this 63.7-mile journey, meaning you'll be navigating numerous intersections and local road segments rather than open highways. With a 0% highway share, you won't encounter any interstate cruising here. The route is broken up by frequent turns, so there isn't a 'longest stretch' of uninterrupted driving that stands out. This type of road profile means you'll be more actively involved in the driving, keeping an eye on navigation and local traffic patterns throughout the 1 hour and 20-minute duration.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
306 ft
Total Descent
188 ft
Highest Point
659 ft
~58.1 mi in
Elevation Range
225 ft
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.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from White Bluff, TN to Murfreesboro, TN is easy. At 1h 20m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from White Bluff, TN to Murfreesboro, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Highway 70 | — | — |
| Mc Crory Lane | — | — |
| McCrory Lane | — | — |
| I 40 East | — | — |
| I 440 East | — | — |
| Debra K Johnson Memorial Parkway | — | — |
| I 24 East | — | — |
| SR 96 East | — | — |
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Step-by-step road directions between White Bluff, TN and Murfreesboro, TN.
Start on Broadway Street
Continue on US Highway 70
Turn right onto Mc Crory Lane
Continue on McCrory Lane
Take the ramp slight left toward I 40 East: Nashville
Merge slight left
Take the exit slight right toward I 440 East: Knoxville
Continue on Debra K Johnson Memorial Parkway
Keep slight right to continue on I 24 East: Chattanooga
Merge slight left
Take the exit slight right toward SR 96 East: Murfreesboro
Turn straight onto Old Fort Parkway
Turn slight right
Keep slight right
Turn right onto Northwest Broad Street
Turn left onto West Main Street
Turn right onto South Maple Street
Turn slight left onto South Public Square
Turn slight right onto East Main Street
Continue on East Main Street
Turn right onto South Spring Street
Arrive at your destination
For this short 63.7-mile trip, consider departing mid-morning to avoid any early rush hour and allow for a relaxed start. Since the drive is only about 1 hour and 20 minutes and has a fuel cost of approximately $11, you have plenty of flexibility regarding stops; however, keep an eye on your navigation as the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile means you'll want to be aware of upcoming turns. A specific tip for this route would be to ensure your GPS is fully charged or you have a reliable map, as the frequent turns on local roads can make it easy to miss a direction if you're not paying attention.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
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 14 miles or 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 31.9 miles or 40m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Murfreesboro, TN than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving White Bluff, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from White Bluff, TN
This is one driving day of about 63.7 miles and 1h 20m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.9 mi from White Bluff, TN · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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.
A short stop after about 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 31.9 miles from White Bluff, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
Regular Gas
$9.96 one way
$19.92 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.93 | $21.87 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.26 | $24.52 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.06 | $28.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.1 | 0 | $6.69 | $3.06 |
| Efficient EV | 15.9 | 0 | $5.57 | $2.55 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.5 | 0 | $8.92 | $4.08 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in White Bluff on Wednesday
Local time
6:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Evening in Murfreesboro on Wednesday
Local time
6:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Mostly Cloudy
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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