How far is Signal Mountain, TN from City of Murfreesboro, TN?
The driving distance from Signal Mountain, TN to City of Murfreesboro, TN is about 110 miles (177.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 78.3 miles (126 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 38m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Halfway Point
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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 Signal Mountain and City of Murfreesboro.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Signal Mountain and City of Murfreesboro.
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Start on Mississippi Avenue
58 m · 17 sec · Mississippi Avenue
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Turn sharp right onto Taft Highway
92 m · 7 sec · Taft Highway
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Continue on Signal Mountain Boulevard
3 mi · 4 min · Signal Mountain Boulevard
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Continue on Signal Mountain Road
1.6 mi · 2 min · Signal Mountain Road
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Take the ramp slight right
1828 ft · 45 sec
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Merge slight left
3.3 mi · 4 min
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Keep slight right to continue on 24: Nashville, Birmingham
2222 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left
99.1 mi · 1 hr 51 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 99: New Salem Highway
1988 ft · 48 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on SR 99 East
641 ft · 16 sec
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Turn straight onto New Salem Highway
1.2 mi · 2 min · New Salem Highway
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Continue on Golf Lane
2149 ft · 2 min · Golf Lane
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Golf Lane
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Signal Mountain and City of Murfreesboro.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
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Merge slight left
99.1 mi · 01h 51m
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 then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Signal Mountain and Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near City of Murfreesboro.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Signal Mountain to City of Murfreesboro?
The road trip is about 110 miles (177.1 km) and usually takes 01h 49m 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 55 miles from Signal Mountain and 55.1 miles from City of Murfreesboro.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 78.3 miles (126 km), while the road route adds roughly 31.7 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:52 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.63 one way or $29.26 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.5 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Signal Mountain and City of Murfreesboro, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Signal Mountain and Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near City of Murfreesboro.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Signal Mountain and City of Murfreesboro. Straight-line distance: 78.26 mi (125.95 km).
#1 Signal Mountain
Town in Hamilton County, Tennessee, United States
| Population | 8,640 |
| Coordinates | 35.1225700, -85.3438500 |
| Altitude | 519 |
| Country | United States |
#2 City of Murfreesboro
The second most populous city in Tennessee.
| Population | 146,900 |
| Coordinates | 35.8509200, -86.4092800 |
| Altitude | 177 |
| Country | United States |
End: Golf Lane (-86.41042, 35.850828)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 177 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 40m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 22m |
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 | $14.63 | $29.26 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $16.50 | $33.00 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $18.06 | $36.12 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $20.58 | $41.16 |
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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