The Boring Company, owned by Elon Musk, has announced plans to build the Music City Loop, a privately funded underground transportation system in Nashville, Tennessee.
Why it matters: The project aims to alleviate traffic congestion and provide a fast, efficient connection between downtown Nashville, the Convention Center, and Nashville International Airport.
The details:
- The loop system will use all-electric vehicles in dedicated tunnels beneath state-owned roadways.
- Travel time between the airport and downtown is estimated to be around eight minutes.
- Construction is set to begin following necessary regulatory approvals, with the first 10-mile phase expected to be operational by Fall 2026.
- The project will not rely on public funding and is expected to generate job opportunities for Tennesseans.
The announcement launches a public engagement and evaluation process to determine final routes and gather community input.
What they’re saying:
- “The Music City Loop will be a privately funded, rapid transit solution that will benefit Nashville and its visitors,” said Gov. Bill Lee.
- “We are aware of the state’s discussions with The Boring Company and look forward to understanding whether this project can benefit the metropolitan government and its residents,” said Nashville Mayor Freddie O’Connell.
The other side: Despite the optimism surrounding the project, The Boring Company has a history of announcing ambitious projects that have been delayed or canceled in other cities.
What’s next: The Boring Company plans to begin hiring immediately for the Music City Loop project, and further information will be provided as the project progresses.
Recent from X
We are hiring the founding team for Music City Loop!
Looking for engineers, operations coordinators, electricians, welders and mechanics to grow our team in Nashville.
Hiring Event:
Wednesday, July 30, 6:00pm – 8:00pm.Apply to learn more about TBC, and meet the team.…
— The Boring Company (@boringcompany) July 28, 2025
Announcing Music City Loop! The Boring Company is coming to the State of Tennessee.
Las Vegas Loop has already moved more than 3M passengers, and growing. Next stop, Nashville!
Thanks to the Tennessee Department of Transportation @myTDOT, Governor Bill Lee @GovBillLee, The… pic.twitter.com/6BMjFynnF1
— The Boring Company (@boringcompany) July 28, 2025
Introducing the Music City Loop — a transformative transit partnership between Tennessee & the @BoringCompany.
Plans are underway to connect BNA to downtown in a new way (underground) at ZERO cost to taxpayers.
Learn more: https://t.co/ln7jMXXbjy pic.twitter.com/uQIK9EdFdI
— Gov. Bill Lee (@GovBillLee) July 28, 2025
