How far is City of Murfreesboro, TN from Cowan, TN?
The driving distance from City of Murfreesboro, TN to Cowan, TN is about 68.2 miles (109.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 52.4 miles (84.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 37m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 18m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between City of Murfreesboro and Cowan.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between City of Murfreesboro and Cowan.
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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
47.6 mi · 51 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 64 West, TN 50: Pelham, Winchester
892 ft · 22 sec
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Turn right
14.5 mi · 17 min
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Take the exit slight right
1254 ft · 34 sec
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Keep slight left
44 m · 7 sec
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Turn left onto Cowan Highway
1.8 mi · 3 min · Cowan Highway
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Continue on Cumberland Street West
1.8 mi · 3 min · Cumberland Street West
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Turn left onto Tennessee Avenue North
3 m · 1 sec · Tennessee Avenue North
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Tennessee Avenue North
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between City of Murfreesboro and Cowan.
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
47.6 mi · 00h 51m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving City of Murfreesboro and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Cowan.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from City of Murfreesboro to Cowan?
The road trip is about 68.2 miles (109.7 km) and usually takes 01h 18m 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?
Manchester is a useful midpoint, sitting about 34.1 miles from City of Murfreesboro and 34.1 miles from Cowan.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 52.4 miles (84.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.8 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:52 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.80 one way or $19.61 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around City of Murfreesboro and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Cowan.
Stop Ideas Near Manchester
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Manchester.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between City of Murfreesboro and Cowan. Straight-line distance: 52.46 mi (84.43 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 Cowan
Human settlement in Franklin County, Tennessee, United States of America
| Population | 1,668 |
| Coordinates | 35.1645300, -86.0105400 |
| Altitude | 297 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cowan (-86.01054, 35.16453)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 110 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 51m |
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 | $4.07 | $9.80 | $19.61 |
| Mid-grade | $4.53 | $10.91 | $21.82 |
| Premium | $4.94 | $11.90 | $23.81 |
| Diesel | $6.22 | $14.98 | $29.96 |
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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