Trip from Cave City, AR to Pine Bluff, AR

Drive Time

2h 26m

Distance

151.9 mi

244 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$23

one way

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Best Time to Leave

Save up to 29 min

4 AM

2h 17m ★

6 AM

2h 27m

8 AM

2h 46m

10 AM

2h 34m

12 PM

2h 32m

3 PM

2h 35m

5 PM

2h 45m

8 PM

2h 21m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

Spanning 151.9 miles, this trek from Cave City to Pine Bluff is a straightforward journey through Arkansas that typically takes about 2 hours and 26 minutes behind the wheel. Because the total duration is relatively short, it functions perfectly as a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. You should plan for a fuel budget of approximately $21 to cover the distance. Navigating through the Southeast region of the state, the route relies entirely on local roads rather than major interstates. It is a practical choice for those who prefer a steady, manageable pace over high-speed highway travel. Since you won't encounter any official stops along the way, ensure you are prepared for a continuous drive once you depart.

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

75.9 miles from Cave City, AR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 13m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route features zero highway miles. You will navigate via South Main Street, North Saint Louis Street, and Batesville Boulevard to complete the trip. Because the longest stretch of road is technically zero miles on South Main Street, you will find yourself frequently transitioning between local thoroughfares. This setup requires your full attention, as the road personality is defined by its constant shifts rather than long, uninterrupted straightaways. The experience behind the wheel is centered on local navigation, making it a more active and involved drive than a standard highway route.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

South Main Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.

Route Complexity 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

The drive from Cave City, AR to Pine Bluff, AR is easy. At 2h 26m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Cave City, AR to Pine Bluff, AR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
South Main Street	Unavailable	Refreshing
North Saint Louis Street	Unavailable	Refreshing
Batesville Boulevard	Unavailable	Refreshing
I 30 West	Unavailable	Refreshing
North Pine Street	Unavailable	Refreshing
West Barraque Street	Unavailable	Refreshing

Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.

Longest stretch: South Main Street — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Cave City, AR and Pine Bluff, AR.

1

Start on West Center Street

13 ft · 1 sec · West Center Street

2

Turn right onto South Main Street

0.5 mi · 46 sec · South Main Street

3

Continue on North Saint Louis Street

14 mi · 22 min · North Saint Louis Street

4

Continue on Batesville Boulevard

33 mi · 44 min · Batesville Boulevard

5

Take the exit right

55 mi · 56 min

6

Merge slight left

0.9 mi · 1 min

7

Take the exit slight left toward I 30 West, US 65 South, US 67 South, US 167 South: Little Rock

4.9 mi · 6 min · I 30 West, US 65 South, US 67 South, US 167 South: Little Rock

8

Keep slight left

35 mi · 35 min

9

Take the exit slight right

5.6 mi · 9 min

10

Turn right onto North Pine Street

302 ft · 19 sec · North Pine Street

11

Turn left onto West Barraque Street

312 ft · 16 sec · West Barraque Street

12

Turn right onto South Main Street

351 ft · 15 sec · South Main Street

13

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Given the lack of designated stops along this 151.9-mile path, it is wise to fuel up and handle any personal needs before you pull out of Cave City. Since the entire trip takes less than two and a half hours, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best without worrying about daylight constraints. Keep a close eye on your navigation as you maneuver through the turns on local streets, as the route requires more focus than a simple highway path. You can easily complete the drive in one go, but remember that the $21 fuel estimate is a baseline; consider checking your vehicle's efficiency before you start. Staying alert during the transition between local roads is your best strategy for a smooth arrival in Pine Bluff.

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.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.

The halfway point lands around 75.9 miles from Cave City, AR, or about 1h 13m into the drive.

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 80 miles or 1h 17m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 75.9 miles or 1h 13m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pine Bluff, AR than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Cave City, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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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 Cave City, AR

This is one driving day of about 151.9 miles and 2h 26m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Cave City, AR.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 75.9 mi from Cave City, AR · 1h 13m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Conway, AR

76 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.

Popular next leg

Conway, AR to Pine Bluff, AR

72.9 mi · 1h 22m

Pacing Suggestions

Haskell, AR

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Conway, AR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 75.9 miles from Cave City, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Pine Bluff, AR

The final approach into Pine Bluff, 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 Pine Bluff, AR.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$23.22 one way

$46.44 round trip

$3.88/gal 25.4 MPG avg 53 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.26	$25.47	$50.94
premium	$4.61	$27.57	$55.14
diesel	$5.64	$33.75	$67.49

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$23

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$48–$73

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 53.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	45.6	$15.95	$7.29
Efficient EV	38	$13.29	$6.08
EV Truck/SUV	60.8	$21.27	$9.72

Gas CO2

53 kg

EV CO2

18 kg (66% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Cave City, AR

Evening in Cave City on Sunday

Local time

6:19 PM

CDT

Current temp

58°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Pine Bluff, AR

Evening in Pine Bluff on Sunday

Local time

6:19 PM

CDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

3 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

2h 26m 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 Cave City, AR to Pine Bluff, AR covers 151.9 miles and takes about 2h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are South Main Street, North Saint Louis Street, Batesville Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 75.9 miles from Cave City, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.22 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 Cave City, AR to Pine Bluff, AR is easy. At 2h 26m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Cave City, AR to Pine Bluff, AR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

The route from Cave City, AR to Pine Bluff, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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