Elon Musk’s Boring Company To Reimagine Nashville Commute With “Music City Loop”
on Jul 31, 2025
Nashville Tunnel To Be Made Without Taxpayer Dollars
Traveling to CMA Fest may never be the same!
Elon Musk’s The Boring Company, which bores tunnels in the ground, is setting its eyes on a connectivity project beneath the surface of Music City.
Announced on Monday, July 28, The Boring Company will work to construct a tunnel connecting downtown Nashville to the Nashville International Airport — a move which will be done with zero cost to taxpayers.
Dubbed the Music City Loop, this tunnel will be constructed with the aim of cutting commute time nearly in half, removing thousands of vehicles from the roads for an estimated eight-minute drive to the Music City Center, located just a couple blocks from Broadway.
This is compared to a present commute which averages at 14 minutes, without traffic.
“Tennessee continues to lead the nation in finding innovative solutions to infrastructure challenges,” said Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee. “By leveraging the innovation of private sector companies like The Boring Company, we’re exploring possibilities we couldn’t achieve on our own as a state.”
Lee added, “This partnership represents the kind of forward-thinking, fiscally responsible approach that will define the future of transportation in Tennessee.”
See more comments from the announcement, here:
Construction on the tunnel is to begin in the fall of 2025, with first commutes expected to be offered by the end of 2026.
Since the tunnel is being developed underground, construction will not interfere with existing ground-level traffic.
About The Music City Loop Project
“To solve the problem of soul-destroying traffic, transportation networks need to match our 3D cities,” reads The Boring Company’s website. “Tunneling enables economical, layered transportation networks that can be expanded over time.”
Speaking on July 28, Steve Davis, president of The Boring Company, said, “[We’re] excited to bring our world class tunneling and transportation capabilities to Tennessee.”
According to a press release from the Office of the Governor of Tennessee, the Music City Loop project marks “a bold step forward in advancing mobility, economic growth, and infrastructure modernization across the region.”
Presently, routes underground have not yet been determined, but the announcement of this project opens the door for The Boring Company to work with community stakeholders to establish plans for the Music City Loop’s first 10-mile phase.
The tunnel is to be built entirely underground, running exclusively beneath state-owned roadways.
The Boring Company intends to begin construction immediately following the approvals process, with the first segment of the Loop system expected to be operational as early as fall of 2026.
A press release noted that Nashville was selected by The Boring Company “for its rapid growth, strong economic potential, and dedication to embracing smart, forward-looking infrastructure.”
Notably, the press release stated:
“The Loop system will also extend the lifespan of Tennessee’s roads, reduce emissions, and offer a safe, fast, and reliable travel option — particularly during major events and Nashville’s peak convention and seasonal travel.”
Loop is an all-electric, zero-emissions, high-speed underground transit system owned and operated by The Boring Company in which passengers are transported directly to their destination.
Here’s a promotional video for the Music City Loop:
The Las Vegas Loop
In 2019, The Boring Company’s contract with the city of Las Vegas, Nevada, was approved, and the first Las Vegas Loop rides began in 2021.
Since then, it has already transported over 3 million passengers from eight stations.
The Loop utilizes Tesla cars driven by employees of The Boring Company.
Fares cost from $5 to $12.
For more information on the Las Vegas Loop, visit The Boring Company’s website.
