Murfreesboro travel guide

Murfreesboro Tourism | Murfreesboro Guide

You're Going to Love Murfreesboro

With a population of 108 755, Murfreesboro is a must-see destination in Tennessee, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Murfreesboro deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Murfreesboro

If you’re looking for affordable options, Peter D's Restaurant (2357 Medical Center Parkway) and Dallas & Jane (352 W Northfield Blvd Ste 4F) are great picks.

When to visit Murfreesboro

Murfreesboro in December
Estimated hotel price
$110
1 night at 3-star hotel
Murfreesboro in December
Estimated hotel price
$110
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Murfreesboro in July, when the average temperature is 78.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 89.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 28.4 °F, with an average temperature of 39.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 5.3″. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Murfreesboro, with an average rainfall of 2.9″.

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How to Get to Murfreesboro

Plane

Although Murfreesboro doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Nashville Airport (BNA), which is located 40 km from Murfreesboro. Nashville Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air France, Aeromexico and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Murfreesboro departs from New York and takes around 2h 21m.

Car

Another option to get to Murfreesboro is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 295 km from Murfreesboro. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Kyte, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Murfreesboro, including Amtrak, Tornado Bus and Greyhound. From West Memphis, the bus ride to Murfreesboro takes 295 km and will cost you around $220. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about $62 for a journey of 362 km.

Plane

Although Murfreesboro doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Nashville Airport (BNA), which is located 40 km from Murfreesboro. Nashville Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air France, Aeromexico and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Murfreesboro departs from New York and takes around 2h 21m.

Car

Another option to get to Murfreesboro is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 295 km from Murfreesboro. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Kyte, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Murfreesboro, including Amtrak, Tornado Bus and Greyhound. From West Memphis, the bus ride to Murfreesboro takes 295 km and will cost you around $220. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about $62 for a journey of 362 km.

Airports near Murfreesboro

Airlines serving Murfreesboro

Lufthansa
Good (4,698 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,592 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,260 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,587 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,600 reviews)
Air France
Good (980 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,111 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,432 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,966 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,964 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (227 reviews)
Finnair
Good (856 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,166 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (834 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,724 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,584 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (4,546 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (1,359 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (186 reviews)
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Where to stay in Murfreesboro

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn & Suites Murfreesboro and Super 8 by Wyndham Murfreesboro.

Where to stay in popular areas of Murfreesboro

Most booked hotels in Murfreesboro

Hyatt Place Murfreesboro
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 530 reviews)
$140+
Embassy Suites by Hilton Nashville SE Murfreesboro
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 543 reviews)
$178+
Quality Inn Murfreesboro-University Area
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 759 reviews)
$98+
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Murfreesboro
2 stars
Good (7.9, 547 reviews)
$79+
Baymont by Wyndham Murfreesboro
2 stars
Good (6.1, 1327 reviews)
$70+
Clarion Inn
3 stars
Okay (5.9, 1121 reviews)
$85+

Renting a car in Murfreesboro

Renting a car in Murfreesboro costs $65 per day, on average, or $131 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 2% cheaper than airport locations in Murfreesboro.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Murfreesboro (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Murfreesboro is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Chevrolet Sonic Sedan or similar) are, on average, 66% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Murfreesboro costs $65 per day, on average, or $131 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 2% cheaper than airport locations in Murfreesboro.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Murfreesboro (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Murfreesboro is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Chevrolet Sonic Sedan or similar) are, on average, 66% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.