Murfreesboro
Murfreesboro
Memphis
Memphis
Bus Driving

Murfreesboro to Memphis

Updated: 28 May 2026

The drive from Murfreesboro to Memphis is a 330-kilometer journey along I-40 West. You will pass through Nashville and Jackson before reaching Memphis. The drive takes approximately 3.5 hours. This route is a major east-west corridor. Bus services are available for those who prefer not to drive.

Total Distance: 330 km driving, 300 km air distance.
Fastest Way
Driving, taking 3.5 hours via I-40.
Cheapest Way
Bus, with tickets starting at $35.
Compare Murfreesboro to Memphis Routes
Bus
Direct
Driving
Direct
Duration 5 hours 3 hours 30 mins
Avg Price $35-$70 $40-$60 in fuel
Operator Greyhound Personal Vehicle
Route Murfreesboro Bus Station to Memphis Station. I-40 West through Nashville and Jackson.
Tip Book early for the best rates. I-40 can be busy near Memphis.
Travel Tips
  • Traffic
    I-40 can be busy near Memphis.
  • Dining
    Try the BBQ in Memphis.
  • Navigation
    Use GPS for city navigation.
  • Parking
    Downtown Memphis has many garages.
  • Weather
    Tennessee is humid; dress accordingly.
Safety Tips
  • Speeding
    Watch for speed changes in small towns.
  • Fatigue
    Take breaks in Jackson.
  • Visibility
    Use lights in rain.
  • Emergency
    Keep a roadside kit.
People Also Ask
  • Is there a train?
    No, there is no passenger rail service.
  • How long is the drive?
    About 3.5 hours.
  • Is I-40 toll-free?
    Yes, it is toll-free.
  • Best time to visit?
    Spring.
  • Is it a safe route?
    Yes, it is a major interstate.
Quick Info
  • From Murfreesboro, Tennessee, United States
  • To Memphis, Tennessee, United States
  • Modes
Best Time to Travel

Spring for the music festivals.

Things to Do in Memphis
1
Graceland
Visit the home of Elvis Presley.
2
Beale Street
Enjoy the music and nightlife.
3
National Civil Rights Museum
Learn about the history of the civil rights movement.
4
Sun Studio
Tour the historic recording studio.
Tags
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