Gatlinburg to Murfreesboro: Road Trip Guide & Distance

161.7 miles 260.2 km · straight line
202.1 miles estimated 325.3 km · driving distance
4h 4min estimated drive time
$19 - $24 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
274° W bearing direction

How far is Gatlinburg from Murfreesboro?

The distance from Gatlinburg to Murfreesboro is 161.7 miles (260.2 km) as the crow flies. Murfreesboro is located W of Gatlinburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 202.1 miles, taking about 4h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Gatlinburg and Murfreesboro. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Gatlinburg to Murfreesboro

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 4min $19 - $24 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 53min $16–$30* Budget
Train ~3h 52min $24–$71* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Gatlinburg & Murfreesboro

Quick Facts

Gatlinburg
35.71°N, 83.51°W
America/New_York
408m elevation
Murfreesboro
35.85°N, 86.39°W
America/Chicago
186m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 54 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 154 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients