Origin
Branch, AR
Late night in Branch on Friday
Local time
12:34 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Branch, AR to Cravens, AR
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
44m
Distance
27.6 mi
44 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 41m
★
6 AM
0h 45m
8 AM
0h 52m
10 AM
0h 47m
12 PM
0h 46m
3 PM
0h 48m
5 PM
0h 52m
8 PM
0h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cravens, AR
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Trip Overview
The drive from Branch, AR to Cravens, AR covers 27.6 miles and takes about 44m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on AR 23, AR 22, Wire Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 18.5 miles on AR 23. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.17 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 44m. Total distance: 27.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 44m highway drive covering 27.6 miles, with most of the trip on AR 23 and AR 22. The longest continuous stretch is about 18.5 miles on AR 23.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 6 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
AR 23 is the longest continuous segment at about 18.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on AR 23 and AR 22. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 5.2 miles in near AR 23.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Branch, AR to Cravens, AR is easy. At 44m with 86% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5.2 miles (AR 23): Navigation decision point; at 18.6 miles (US 64; AR 23 / West Commercial Street): Navigation decision point; at 24.4 miles (Wire Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
3 of 3 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
5.2 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
AR 23
Turn left onto AR 23
Navigation decision point
3
18.6 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
US 64; AR 23 / West Commercial Street
Turn left onto US 64; AR 23 / West Commercial Street
Navigation decision point
3
24.4 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
Wire Road
Turn left onto Wire Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| AR 23 | 18.5 mi | 27m |
| AR 22 | 5.2 mi | 7m |
| Wire Road | 3.3 mi | 7m |
| West Commercial Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
AR 23
— 18.5 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Branch, AR and Cravens, AR.
1
Start on AR 22
5.2 mi
·
7 min
·
AR 22
2
Turn left onto AR 23
13 mi
·
18 min
·
AR 23
3
Turn left onto US 64; AR 23
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Commercial Street
4
Turn slight right onto AR 23
5.1 mi
·
8 min
·
AR 23
5
Turn left onto Wire Road
3.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Wire Road
6
Arrive at destination
Wire Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.17 one way
$8.34 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $4.58 | $9.15 |
| premium | $4.56 | $4.95 | $9.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.09 | $12.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.7 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 | 8.3 | 0 | $2.90 | $1.32 |
| Efficient EV | 6.9 | 0 | $2.42 | $1.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11 | 0 | $3.86 | $1.77 |
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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Cravens, AR
Late night in Cravens on Friday
Local time
12:34 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
44m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Branch, AR to Cravens, AR covers 27.6 miles and takes about 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are AR 23, AR 22, Wire Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 13.8 miles from Branch, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.17 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Branch, AR to Cravens, AR is easy. At 44m with 86% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.2 miles (AR 23): Navigation decision point; at 18.6 miles (US 64; AR 23 / West Commercial Street): Navigation decision point; at 24.4 miles (Wire Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Branch, AR to Cravens, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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