How far is Three Way, TN from Murfreesboro, TN?
The driving distance from Three Way, TN to Murfreesboro, TN is about 161.1 miles (259.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 138.4 miles (222.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 11m 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 35m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Three Way and Murfreesboro.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Three Way and Murfreesboro.
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Start on Sanders Road
1936 ft · 1 min · Sanders Road
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Turn right
7.9 mi · 11 min
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Take the exit slight left
1480 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left
95.6 mi · 1 hr 43 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 840 East: Knoxville, Franklin
1.1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Tennessee National Guard Parkway
52.2 mi · 56 min · Tennessee National Guard Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 24 East: Chattanooga
1.3 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
2.9 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 96 East: Murfreesboro
1253 ft · 31 sec
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Turn straight onto Old Fort Parkway
2 mi · 4 min · Old Fort Parkway
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Turn slight right
819 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight right
55 m · 7 sec
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Turn right onto Northwest Broad Street
1310 ft · 27 sec · Northwest Broad Street
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Turn left onto West Main Street
1091 ft · 30 sec · West Main Street
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Turn right onto South Maple Street
42 m · 4 sec · South Maple Street
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Turn slight left onto South Public Square
142 m · 13 sec · South Public Square
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Turn slight 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 Three Way and Murfreesboro.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Sanders Road
Merge slight left
95.6 mi · 01h 43m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Three Way and Showers And Thunderstorms near Murfreesboro.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Three Way to Murfreesboro?
The road trip is about 161.1 miles (259.2 km) and usually takes 02h 35m 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?
Centerville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 81.8 miles from Three Way and 79.2 miles from Murfreesboro.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 138.4 miles (222.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.7 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 1:18 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.42 one way or $42.84 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Three Way and Showers And Thunderstorms near Murfreesboro.
Stop Ideas Near Centerville
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Three Way and Murfreesboro. Straight-line distance: 138.44 mi (222.79 km).
#1 Three Way
City in Madison County, Tennessee, United States of America
| Population | 1,697 |
| Coordinates | 35.7759000, -88.8595000 |
| Altitude | 132 |
| 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: 259 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 00m |
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 | $21.42 | $42.84 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $24.16 | $48.31 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $26.43 | $52.87 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $30.13 | $60.25 |
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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