How far is Murfreesboro, TN from Apison, TN?
The driving distance from Murfreesboro, TN to Apison, TN is about 121 miles (194.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 95.6 miles (153.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 50m 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 02h 25m.
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.
Town in Franklin County, Tennessee, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Murfreesboro and Apison.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Murfreesboro and Apison.
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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
103.4 mi · 1 hr 57 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 75 North: Knoxville
1.4 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
6.8 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 317: Collegedale, Volkswagen Drive
1928 ft · 33 sec
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Continue on Apison Pike
6.6 mi · 12 min · Apison Pike
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Apison Pike
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Murfreesboro and Apison.
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
103 mi · 01h 57m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Murfreesboro and Mostly Sunny near Apison.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Murfreesboro to Apison?
The road trip is about 121 miles (194.7 km) and usually takes 02h 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?
Monteagle is a useful midpoint, sitting about 60.5 miles from Murfreesboro and 60.5 miles from Apison.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 95.6 miles (153.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.4 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 1:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.10 one way or $32.20 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.9 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Murfreesboro and Apison, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Murfreesboro and Mostly Sunny near Apison.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Murfreesboro and Apison. Straight-line distance: 95.6 mi (153.86 km).
#1 Murfreesboro
The second most populous city in Tennessee.
| Population | 150,757 |
| Coordinates | 35.8456200, -86.3902700 |
| Altitude | 186 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Apison
Apison is a place in Tennessee, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 35.0239600, -85.0238400 |
| Altitude | 262 |
| Country | United States |
End: Apison (-85.02384, 35.02396)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 195 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 30m |
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 | $16.10 | $32.20 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $18.16 | $36.32 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $19.87 | $39.75 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $22.65 | $45.30 |
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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