How far is Murfreesboro, TN from Alexandria, TN?
The driving distance from Murfreesboro, TN to Alexandria, TN is about 31.8 miles (51.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 25.6 miles (41.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 42m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 00h 51m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Cannon County, Tennessee, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Rain Showers Likely
Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Murfreesboro and Alexandria.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Murfreesboro and Alexandria.
-
1
Start on South Spring Street
26 m · 8 sec · South Spring Street
-
2
Turn right onto East Main Street
1897 ft · 1 min · East Main Street
-
3
Turn left onto North Highland Avenue
1761 ft · 57 sec · North Highland Avenue
-
4
Turn right onto Greenland Drive
1.3 km · 2 min · Greenland Drive
-
5
Turn left onto Middle Tennessee Boulevard
832 ft · 24 sec · Middle Tennessee Boulevard
-
6
Turn slight right
150 m · 10 sec
-
7
Turn straight onto Lascassas Pike
14.6 mi · 23 min · Lascassas Pike
-
8
Continue on West Poplar Bluff Road
10.6 mi · 15 min · West Poplar Bluff Road
-
9
At the end of the road, turn left onto Nashville Highway
3.8 mi · 6 min · Nashville Highway
-
10
Turn slight right
79 m · 9 sec
-
11
Turn straight onto High Street
70 m · 11 sec · High Street
-
12
Continue on High Street
1.4 km · 2 min · High Street
-
13
Turn left onto West Main Street
16 m · 2 sec · West Main Street
-
14
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Murfreesboro and Alexandria.
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.
Lascassas Pike
Turn straight onto Lascassas Pike
14.6 mi · 00h 23m
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Murfreesboro and Chance Rain Showers near Alexandria.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Murfreesboro to Alexandria?
The road trip is about 31.8 miles (51.1 km) and usually takes 00h 51m 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?
Auburntown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.8 miles from Murfreesboro and 15.9 miles from Alexandria.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 25.6 miles (41.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.2 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 4:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.22 one way or $8.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Murfreesboro and Chance Rain Showers near Alexandria.
Stop Ideas Near Auburntown
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 Auburntown.
Nashville, TN
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Murfreesboro and Alexandria. Straight-line distance: 25.6 mi (41.2 km).
#1 Murfreesboro
The second most populous city in Tennessee.
| Population | 150,757 |
| Coordinates | 35.8456200, -86.3902700 |
| Altitude | 186 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Alexandria
Town in DeKalb County, Tennessee
| Population | 1,020 |
| Coordinates | 36.0775600, -86.0333200 |
| Altitude | 199 |
| Country | United States |
End: Alexandria (-86.03332, 36.07756)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 51 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 23m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $4.22 | $8.45 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.76 | $9.53 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $5.21 | $10.42 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $5.94 | $11.88 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Tennessee · Apr 19, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.