How far is Sparta, TN from Murfreesboro, TN?
Fastest route
The driving distance between Sparta, Tennessee and Murfreesboro, Tennessee is 52.15 miles (84.1 kilometers). The drive time is about 1 hour and 5 minutes.
Here are the steps for the most direct route:
- Head north on S Spring St toward E Main St
- Turn right at the 1st cross street onto E Main St
- Turn right onto Apollo Dr
- Turn left at the 1st cross street onto US-70S E/Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. BlvdContinue to follow US-70S EPass by Sonic Drive-In (on the left in 16.7 mi)
- Turn left onto TN-53 N/Gassaway Rd
- Turn right onto Stones River Rd
- Turn left onto TN-146 N
- Turn right onto US-70 E/E Broad StContinue to follow US-70 EPass by Hardee's (on the right in 0.3 mi)
- Turn left onto N Main St
If you want to meet halfway between Sparta and Murfreesboro, Tennessee, the exact coordinates of the halfway point of this route are 35.845591 and -86.304827, or 35º 50' 43.498" N, 86º 18' 22.802" W. This location is 26.1 miles away from Sparta and Murfreesboro and it would take approximately 42 minutes to reach the halfway point from both locations.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 16m.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Warren County, Tennessee, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sparta and Murfreesboro.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sparta and Murfreesboro.
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Start on North Main Street
9 m · 5 sec · North Main Street
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Turn right onto West Bockman Way
1.3 km · 1 min · West Bockman Way
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Turn left onto Mayberry Street
1.6 km · 2 min · Mayberry Street
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Continue on Broadway of America
607 ft · 14 sec · Broadway of America
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Take the ramp left
1536 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left onto Spencer Highway
2.6 mi · 4 min · Spencer Highway
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Keep slight left to continue on Memorial Highway
7.9 mi · 9 min · Memorial Highway
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Continue on Bone Cave Parkway
9.4 mi · 11 min · Bone Cave Parkway
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Continue on Sparta Highway
3.3 mi · 4 min · Sparta Highway
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Continue on Sparta Street
2688 ft · 37 sec · Sparta Street
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Continue on Bobby Ray Memorial Parkway
3.1 mi · 4 min · Bobby Ray Memorial Parkway
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Take the exit slight right
1750 ft · 48 sec
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Keep slight left
129 m · 13 sec
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Turn right onto West Main Street
1411 ft · 18 sec · West Main Street
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Continue on Nashville Highway
10.2 mi · 12 min · Nashville Highway
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Continue on McMinnville Highway
8.1 mi · 11 min · McMinnville Highway
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Continue on East Main Street
1 mi · 3 min · East Main Street
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Continue on John Bragg Highway
15.6 mi · 18 min · John Bragg Highway
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Continue on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard
2.1 mi · 4 min · Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard
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Turn right onto Southeast Broad Street
2724 ft · 51 sec · Southeast Broad Street
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Turn right onto South Church Street
1323 ft · 40 sec · South Church Street
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Turn right onto East Main Street
14 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
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Continue on East Main Street
106 m · 14 sec · East Main Street
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Turn right onto South Spring Street
26 m · 4 sec · South Spring Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Spring Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sparta and Murfreesboro.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
John Bragg Highway
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15.6 mi · 00h 18m
Route Summary
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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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Sparta and Areas Of Fog near Murfreesboro.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sparta to Murfreesboro?
The road trip is about 60.8 miles (97.8 km) and usually takes 01h 16m 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?
Centertown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 33.8 miles from Sparta and 27 miles from Murfreesboro.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 52.1 miles (83.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.7 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.07 one way or $16.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Sparta and Areas Of Fog near Murfreesboro.
Stop Ideas Near Centertown
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sparta and Murfreesboro. Straight-line distance: 52.14 mi (83.91 km).
#1 Sparta
City in and county seat of White County, Tennessee, United States
| Population | 4,980 |
| Coordinates | 35.9259000, -85.4641400 |
| Altitude | 281 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Murfreesboro
The second most populous city in Tennessee.
| Population | 150,757 |
| Coordinates | 35.8456200, -86.3902700 |
| Altitude | 186 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Spring Street (-86.390218, 35.845614)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 98 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 45m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $8.07 | $16.14 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $9.10 | $18.20 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $9.96 | $19.92 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $11.35 | $22.70 |
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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