How far is City of Murfreesboro, TN from Athens, TN?
The driving distance from City of Murfreesboro, TN to Athens, TN is about 159.1 miles (256 km), with a travel time of about 03h 03m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 105.8 miles (170.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 07m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 03m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between City of Murfreesboro and Athens.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between City of Murfreesboro and Athens.
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Start on Golf Lane
2237 ft · 2 min · Golf Lane
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Continue on New Salem Highway
1.4 mi · 2 min · New Salem Highway
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 24 East: Chattanooga
1503 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left
105.3 mi · 1 hr 59 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 75 North: Knoxville
1.4 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
46.6 mi · 52 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 30: Athens, Decatur
1574 ft · 29 sec
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Turn right onto Decatur Pike
3.2 mi · 5 min · Decatur Pike
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Continue on Green Street
2926 ft · 53 sec · Green Street
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Turn right onto Washington Avenue
766 ft · 15 sec · Washington Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Washington Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between City of Murfreesboro and Athens.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 24 East
Merge slight left
105 mi · 01h 59m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving City of Murfreesboro and Mostly Sunny near Athens.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from City of Murfreesboro to Athens?
The road trip is about 159.1 miles (256 km) and usually takes 03h 03m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Jasper is a useful midpoint, sitting about 79.5 miles from City of Murfreesboro and 79.5 miles from Athens.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 105.8 miles (170.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 53.3 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:52 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.16 one way or $42.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.9 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between City of Murfreesboro and Athens, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around City of Murfreesboro and Mostly Sunny near Athens.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between City of Murfreesboro and Athens. Straight-line distance: 105.8 mi (170.27 km).
#1 City of Murfreesboro
The second most populous city in Tennessee.
| Population | 146,900 |
| Coordinates | 35.8509200, -86.4092800 |
| Altitude | 177 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Athens
Town in Tennessee, United States
| Population | 14,120 |
| Coordinates | 35.4428500, -84.5929900 |
| Altitude | 262 |
| Country | United States |
End: Athens (-84.59299, 35.44285)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 256 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 59m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $21.16 | $42.31 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $23.86 | $47.72 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $26.11 | $52.22 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $29.76 | $59.51 |
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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