How far is City of Murfreesboro, TN from South Pittsburg, TN?
The driving distance from City of Murfreesboro, TN to South Pittsburg, TN is about 76.5 miles (123.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 70.2 miles (113 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 56m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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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 28m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between City of Murfreesboro and South Pittsburg.
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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
71.8 mi · 1 hr 20 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 72, US 64 East: Kimballl, South Pittsburg
1059 ft · 26 sec
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Turn right onto North Cedar Avenue
2.1 mi · 3 min · North Cedar Avenue
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Turn right onto 3rd Street
1214 ft · 36 sec · 3rd Street
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Turn right
30 m · 7 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between City of Murfreesboro and South Pittsburg.
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
71.8 mi · 01h 20m
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.
Partly Cloudy leaving City of Murfreesboro and Mostly Sunny near South Pittsburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from City of Murfreesboro to South Pittsburg?
The road trip is about 76.5 miles (123.1 km) and usually takes 01h 28m 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 38.2 miles from City of Murfreesboro and 38.2 miles from South Pittsburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 70.2 miles (113 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.3 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:34 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.65 one way or $19.29 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Cloudy around City of Murfreesboro and Mostly Sunny near South Pittsburg.
Stop Ideas Near Manchester
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between City of Murfreesboro and South Pittsburg. Straight-line distance: 70.23 mi (113.02 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 South Pittsburg
City in Marion County, Tennessee, United States
| Population | 3,009 |
| Coordinates | 35.0123000, -85.7044100 |
| Altitude | 192 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Pittsburg (-85.70441, 35.0123)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 123 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 57m |
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 | $3.57 | $9.65 | $19.29 |
| Mid-grade | $4.04 | $10.90 | $21.81 |
| Premium | $4.45 | $12.01 | $24.02 |
| Diesel | $5.82 | $15.71 | $31.43 |
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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