Morristown, Tennessee to Murfreesboro: Road Trip Guide & Distance

174.8 miles 281.3 km · straight line
218.5 miles estimated 351.6 km · driving distance
4h 24min estimated drive time
$21 - $26 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
263° W bearing direction

How far is Morristown, Tennessee from Murfreesboro?

The distance from Morristown, Tennessee to Murfreesboro is 174.8 miles (281.3 km) as the crow flies. Murfreesboro is located W of Morristown, Tennessee. By car, the driving distance is approximately 218.5 miles, taking about 4h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. 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 Morristown, Tennessee 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 Morristown, Tennessee to Murfreesboro

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 24min $21 - $26 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 17min $17–$33* Budget
Train ~4h 11min $26–$76* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Morristown, Tennessee & Murfreesboro

Quick Facts

Morristown, Tennessee
36.21°N, 83.29°W
America/New_York
397m 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 58 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 15 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 142.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients