How far is Benton, TN from Murfreesboro, TN?
The driving distance from Benton, TN to Murfreesboro, TN is about 147.2 miles (236.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 108.1 miles (174 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 53m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 26m.
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Town in Tennessee, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Benton and Murfreesboro.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Benton and Murfreesboro.
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Start on Town Creek Road
96 m · 14 sec · Town Creek Road
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Turn left onto Benton Station Road
132 m · 14 sec · Benton Station Road
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Turn right
5.5 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit right
899 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left
7.5 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit straight
7 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit left
1530 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left
18.4 mi · 22 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 24 West: Chattanooga, Nashville
1.1 km · 56 sec
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Continue on Chattanooga, Nashville
104.6 mi · 1 hr 59 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 231: Murfreesboro, Shelbyville
2309 ft · 39 sec
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Turn right onto South Church Street
2.2 mi · 4 min · South Church Street
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Turn right onto East Main Street
14 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
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Continue on East Main Street
106 m · 14 sec · East Main Street
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Turn right onto South Spring Street
26 m · 4 sec · South Spring Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Spring Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Benton and Murfreesboro.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Chattanooga
Continue on Chattanooga, Nashville
105 mi · 01h 59m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Benton and Sunny near Murfreesboro.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Benton to Murfreesboro?
The road trip is about 147.2 miles (236.9 km) and usually takes 02h 26m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Kimball is a useful midpoint, sitting about 73.5 miles from Benton and 73.7 miles from Murfreesboro.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 108.1 miles (174 km), while the road route adds roughly 39.1 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:36 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.57 one way or $39.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 46.1 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Benton and Murfreesboro, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Benton and Sunny near Murfreesboro.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Benton and Murfreesboro. Straight-line distance: 108.13 mi (174.02 km).
#1 Benton
County in Tennessee, United States
| Population | 1,247 |
| Coordinates | 35.1742400, -84.6535500 |
| Altitude | 226 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Murfreesboro
The second most populous city in Tennessee.
| Population | 150,757 |
| Coordinates | 35.8456200, -86.3902700 |
| Altitude | 186 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Spring Street (-86.390218, 35.845614)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 237 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 50m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $19.57 | $39.14 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $22.07 | $44.15 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $24.15 | $48.31 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $27.53 | $55.06 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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