How far is Murfreesboro, TN from Powells Crossroads, TN?
The driving distance from Murfreesboro, TN to Powells Crossroads, TN is about 90.7 miles (145.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 68.2 miles (109.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 32m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 46m.
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
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Town in Franklin County, Tennessee, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Murfreesboro and Powells Crossroads.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Murfreesboro and Powells Crossroads.
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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
73.4 mi · 1 hr 22 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Primary SR 28: Jasper, Dunlap
1577 ft · 35 sec
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Turn left
5.1 mi · 6 min
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Continue straight
6.2 mi · 9 min
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Continue straight
2.6 mi · 4 min
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Turn left onto Alvin C. York Highway
18 m · 1 sec · Alvin C. York Highway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Alvin C. York Highway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Murfreesboro and Powells Crossroads.
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
73.4 mi · 01h 22m
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 Powells Crossroads.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Murfreesboro to Powells Crossroads?
The road trip is about 90.7 miles (145.9 km) and usually takes 01h 46m 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 45.4 miles from Murfreesboro and 45.3 miles from Powells Crossroads.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 68.2 miles (109.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.5 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 2:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.07 one way or $24.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Murfreesboro and Sunny near Powells Crossroads.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Murfreesboro and Powells Crossroads. Straight-line distance: 68.13 mi (109.65 km).
#1 Murfreesboro
The second most populous city in Tennessee.
| Population | 150,757 |
| Coordinates | 35.8456200, -86.3902700 |
| Altitude | 186 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Powells Crossroads
City in Marion County, Tennessee, United States of America
| Population | 1,352 |
| Coordinates | 35.1895200, -85.4858000 |
| Altitude | 206 |
| Country | United States |
End: Powells Crossroads (-85.4858, 35.18952)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 146 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 07m |
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 | $12.07 | $24.13 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $13.61 | $27.22 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $14.89 | $29.79 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $16.97 | $33.95 |
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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