How far is Murfreesboro, TN from Lookout Mountain, TN?
The driving distance from Murfreesboro, TN to Lookout Mountain, TN is about 100.2 miles (161.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 83 miles (133.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 53m 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 56m.
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.
Town in Franklin County, Tennessee, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Murfreesboro and Lookout Mountain.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Murfreesboro and Lookout Mountain.
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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
91.9 mi · 1 hr 42 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 41, US 64, US 72, TN 2: Lookout Valley, Lookout Mountain
1050 ft · 26 sec
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Turn right onto Cummings Highway
1.8 mi · 3 min · Cummings Highway
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Turn right onto Alford Hill Drive
114 m · 24 sec · Alford Hill Drive
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Turn sharp left onto Old Wauhatchie Pike
1 km · 1 min · Old Wauhatchie Pike
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Turn right onto South Scenic Highway
1.4 mi · 2 min · South Scenic Highway
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Continue on Stonedge Point
1.4 km · 2 min · Stonedge Point
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Continue on Scenic Highway
1710 ft · 34 sec · Scenic Highway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Scenic Highway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Murfreesboro and Lookout Mountain.
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
91.9 mi · 01h 42m
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 Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Murfreesboro and Mostly Cloudy near Lookout Mountain.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Murfreesboro to Lookout Mountain?
The road trip is about 100.2 miles (161.2 km) and usually takes 01h 56m 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 50.1 miles from Murfreesboro and 50.1 miles from Lookout Mountain.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 83 miles (133.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.2 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 2:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.31 one way or $26.62 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.4 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Murfreesboro and Lookout Mountain, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Murfreesboro and Mostly Cloudy near Lookout Mountain.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Murfreesboro and Lookout Mountain. Straight-line distance: 83.03 mi (133.63 km).
#1 Murfreesboro
The second most populous city in Tennessee.
| Population | 150,757 |
| Coordinates | 35.8456200, -86.3902700 |
| Altitude | 186 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lookout Mountain
Town in Tennessee, United States
| Population | 1,884 |
| Coordinates | 34.9942400, -85.3494000 |
| Altitude | 564 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lookout Mountain (-85.3494, 34.99424)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 161 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 15m |
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 | $13.31 | $26.62 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $15.01 | $30.03 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $16.43 | $32.86 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $18.72 | $37.45 |
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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