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Drive Time
41m
Distance
27.2 mi
44 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Augusta, AR
Emre Bilgiç
Barson, AR
Andrea Piacquadio
This short, straightforward drive from Augusta, AR to Barson, AR covers 27.2 miles and should take about 41 minutes. It's a perfect candidate for a day trip, requiring no overnight stops. The journey is primarily highway-focused, with 96% of the route utilizing major roads like US 64 and US 49. You can expect a fuel cost of around $4 for this trip. Given its brevity and the regions you'll be traversing within Southeast Arkansas, this route offers a quick and efficient way to get from point A to point B without much fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
13.6 miles from Augusta, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 21m into the drive .
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Expect a drive that's almost entirely on high-speed roads, with 96% of the 27.2 miles on highways. The bulk of your travel will be on US 64 and US 49, offering a consistent and direct experience. You'll encounter one uninterrupted stretch of 18.8 miles on US 64, allowing for a good pace. This route is focused on efficient travel, so it’s less about winding scenic byways and more about covering ground smoothly. Main Street in Augusta will be your initial segment before merging onto the highway system.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 64 and US 49. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 64B / Main Street.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Augusta, AR to Barson, AR is easy. At 41m with 96% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 64B / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (US 64; AR 33): Navigation decision point; at 19.8 miles (US 49; US 63): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto US 64B / Main Street
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn right onto US 64; AR 33
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto US 49; US 63
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 64 | 18.8 mi | 27m |
| US 49 | 7.4 mi | 10m |
| Main Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| South 3rd Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Augusta, AR and Barson, AR.
Start on AR 33B
Turn right onto US 64B
At end of road, turn right onto US 64; AR 33
Continue on US 64; AR 17
Turn right onto US 49; US 63
Arrive at destination
With a duration of just 41 minutes, this 27.2-mile trip from Augusta to Barson offers plenty of flexibility. You can easily depart at your leisure, perhaps after grabbing breakfast in Augusta. The low fuel cost of approximately $4 means you won't need to worry much about refueling stops. The longest stretch without a major turn is 18.8 miles on US 64, so plan to maintain your speed during that segment. Since there are no designated stops, keep an eye out for any services you might need in either originating or destination towns.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 27.2 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 13.6 miles or 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Barson, AR than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Augusta, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Augusta, AR
This is one driving day of about 27.2 miles and 41m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 13.6 mi from Augusta, AR · 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
14 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
The final approach into Barson, AR usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Barson, AR.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$4.11 one way
$8.22 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $4.51 | $9.02 |
| premium | $4.56 | $4.88 | $9.76 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.01 | $12.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.86 | $1.31 |
| Efficient EV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.38 | $1.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.81 | $1.74 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Augusta on Wednesday
Local time
12:44 AM
CDT
Current temp
87°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Late night in Barson on Wednesday
Local time
12:44 AM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Sunny
77°F
Bono, AR
14 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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