How far is Murfreesboro, TN from Altamont, TN?
The driving distance from Murfreesboro, TN to Altamont, TN is about 66.4 miles (106.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 47.2 miles (76 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 51m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 25m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Murfreesboro and Altamont.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Murfreesboro and Altamont.
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Start on South Spring Street
89 m · 17 sec · South Spring Street
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Turn right onto East Vine Street
113 m · 24 sec · East Vine Street
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Turn left onto South Church Street
2.4 mi · 4 min · South Church Street
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Take the exit left toward I 24 East: Chattanooga
2029 ft · 50 sec
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Merge slight left
45.6 mi · 49 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 64 West, TN 50: Pelham, Winchester
1037 ft · 31 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left
17.5 mi · 30 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Main Street
8 m · 5 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Pelham Road
59 m · 14 sec · Pelham Road
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Turn left onto Cumberland Street
56 m · 8 sec · Cumberland Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Cumberland Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Murfreesboro and Altamont.
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
45.6 mi · 00h 49m
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 Murfreesboro and Sunny near Altamont.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Murfreesboro to Altamont?
The road trip is about 66.4 miles (106.8 km) and usually takes 01h 25m 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 33.2 miles from Murfreesboro and 33.2 miles from Altamont.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 47.2 miles (76 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.2 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 3:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.82 one way or $17.65 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Murfreesboro and Sunny near Altamont.
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 Murfreesboro and Altamont. Straight-line distance: 47.22 mi (76 km).
#1 Murfreesboro
The second most populous city in Tennessee.
| Population | 150,757 |
| Coordinates | 35.8456200, -86.3902700 |
| Altitude | 186 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Altamont
City in Grundy County, Tennessee, United States of America
| Population | 1,055 |
| Coordinates | 35.4295200, -85.7230300 |
| Altitude | 565 |
| Country | United States |
End: Altamont (-85.72303, 35.42952)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 107 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 49m |
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 | $8.82 | $17.65 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $9.95 | $19.90 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $10.89 | $21.78 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $12.41 | $24.82 |
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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