NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) – How long has the Music City Loop been in discussion? When will construction begin? How do people use the loop?
While many Nashvillians have questions about the Music City Loop Project, Elon Musk’s The Boring Company has updated its website to answer many of those questions.
At last update, The Boring Company was in the design phase of constructing the tunnel that’s set to connect downtown Nashville to the Nashville International Airport.
In a recent update, the company reported that while the planning phase continues, it’s targeting late 2025 for tunneling to begin.
So, where will the tunnel be? One opening for the tunnel would be right outside the State Capitol, with three more stops that could be added on the way to BNA.
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The Boring Company released a large update on its website by way of a Frequently Asked Questions page.
Below are some of the questions and answers from the company. For the complete list, click here.
How long has the Music City Loop been in discussion? The first conversations occurred with state and local officials in March 2024. The project was formally announced in July 2025.Do land leases or sales at the airport require Council approval? Land leases or sales at Nashville International Airport will follow the airport’s standard procedures and be approved by the Metro Nashville Airport Authority, consistent with other airport land agreements.When will construction begin? The project is currently in the design phase. In parallel, site preparation (i.e. infrastructure for the Tunnel Boring Machine) will occur in Q3 2025. Actual tunneling, pending design completion and permit issuance, will likely begin in Q4 2025. TBC will start with 1 TBM and scale up to at least 6. TBC expects to open the first operational segment of Music City Loop in Q1 2027, with additional sections coming online throughout the year — this is admittedly an aggressive schedule!Will construction be disruptive? Is the ground going to shake?TBC designs and builds TBMs that generate minimal vibration and noise. In general, pedestrians would feel less vibration from the TBM than from a person walking on the sidewalk next to them. TBC has tunneled beneath packed convention center halls and the construction was imperceptible to the attendees above ground.How will Music City Loop navigate existing utilities, and will Music City Loop be responsible for the relocation of existing utilities? Music City Loop is under extensive utility review with relevant parties to avoid conflicts with existing utilities. If necessary, Music City Loop will cover the cost of relocating utilities and adhere to all required permitting processes.How do people use Music City Loop? To use Music City Loop, passengers will either purchase tickets in advance online/in app, or scan a QR code in person at the station. This digital ticketing process grants access to a vehicle, allowing passengers to travel through Music City Loop with zero-to-minimal wait times. Once inside, Tesla vehicles will travel up to 70 mph through the tunnel network, providing a fast, smooth, and direct trip to the passenger’s chosen destination. As an example, see www.lvloop.com for the Vegas Loop ticketing website.In the event of an emergency, will the tunnels provide enough space for passengers and employees to safely exit vehicles? Yes, Music City Loop tunnels provide ample space for passengers and employees to safely and comfortably exit the vehicle with no obstructions in an emergency.
The company expects to open the first segment of the tunnel by early 2027.
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