How far is Decherd, TN from Murfreesboro, TN?
The driving distance from Decherd, TN to Murfreesboro, TN is about 54.3 miles (87.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 47.3 miles (76.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 56m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Decherd and Murfreesboro.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Decherd and Murfreesboro.
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Start on the route
101 m · 16 sec
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Turn right onto West Main Street
1.5 km · 1 min · West Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Decherd Boulevard
1.4 mi · 2 min · Decherd Boulevard
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Continue on Tullahoma Highway
1.8 mi · 2 min · Tullahoma Highway
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Continue on South Main Street
3 mi · 3 min · South Main Street
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Continue on Tullahoma Highway
4.3 mi · 5 min · Tullahoma Highway
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Continue on South Jackson Street
15.7 mi · 18 min · South Jackson Street
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Turn right
6 mi · 7 min
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Take the exit slight right
1366 ft · 40 sec
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Turn right onto Florida Short Route
8.7 mi · 10 min · Florida Short Route
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Continue on Shelbyville Highway
8.6 mi · 10 min · Shelbyville Highway
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Continue on South Church Street
4.9 mi · 8 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 Decherd and Murfreesboro.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
South Jackson Street
Continue on South Jackson Street
15.7 mi · 00h 18m
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 Decherd and Sunny near Murfreesboro.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Decherd to Murfreesboro?
The road trip is about 54.3 miles (87.4 km) and usually takes 00h 58m 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?
Forest Hills is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27.8 miles from Decherd and 26.5 miles from Murfreesboro.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 47.3 miles (76.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 7 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 4:34 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.24 one way or $14.48 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Decherd and Sunny near Murfreesboro.
Stop Ideas Near Forest Hills
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Forest Hills.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Decherd and Murfreesboro. Straight-line distance: 47.28 mi (76.09 km).
#1 Decherd
City in Franklin County, Tennessee, United States
| Population | 2,372 |
| Coordinates | 35.2098000, -86.0794300 |
| Altitude | 292 |
| 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: 87 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 40m |
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 | $7.24 | $14.48 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $8.17 | $16.33 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $8.94 | $17.87 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $10.18 | $20.37 |
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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