Origin
Cherokee Village, AR
Night in Cherokee Village on Wednesday
Local time
9:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cherokee Village, AR to Tennessee, AR
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
4h 38m
Distance
228.5 mi
368 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$35
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 25m
★
6 AM
4h 38m
8 AM
5h 5m
10 AM
4h 48m
12 PM
4h 45m
3 PM
4h 49m
5 PM
5h 4m
8 PM
4h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cherokee Village, AR
Niki Clark
Trip Overview
The drive from Cherokee Village, AR to Tennessee, AR covers 228.5 miles and takes about 4h 38m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 167, I 530, Batesville Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 60.1 miles on US 167. At current regular gas prices, budget about $34.51 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
114.3 miles from Cherokee Village, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 29m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 4h 38m highway drive covering 228.5 miles, with most of the trip on US 167 and I 530. The longest continuous stretch is about 60.1 miles on US 167.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 167 is the longest continuous segment at about 60.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 167 and I 530. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near US 62; US 412.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 38m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (US 62; US 412): Navigation decision point; at 135.4 miles (US 167): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 140.3 miles (I 530; US 65; US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1 mi into trip
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~3m in
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US 62; US 412
At end of road, turn right onto US 62; US 412
Navigation decision point
5
135.4 mi into trip
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~2h 51m in
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US 167
Take the exit onto US 167 toward I 30 West, US 65 South, US 67 South, US 167 South: Little Rock
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 30 West, US 65 South, US 67 South, US...
6
140.3 mi into trip
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~2h 58m in
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I 530; US 65; US 167
Keep slight left at fork onto I 530; US 65; US 167
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
6
184.1 mi into trip
|
~3h 43m in
Take the exit toward AR 530 South: Star City, Monticello
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 44
Toward AR 530 South: Star City, Monticello
5
207.8 mi into trip
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~4h 10m in
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AR 11 / Highway 11
At end of road, turn left onto AR 11 / Highway 11
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Cherokee Village, AR to Tennessee, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Monticello along the way.
Monticello
184.1 mi in
|
~3h 43m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 167 | 60.1 mi | 1h 3m |
| I 530 | 43.9 mi | 45m |
| Batesville Boulevard | 32.9 mi | 43m |
| Highway 530 | 22.9 mi | 26m |
| US 425 | 15.7 mi | 20m |
| North Saint Louis Street | 14.4 mi | 22m |
| Ash Flat Drive | 11.9 mi | 17m |
| Evening Shade Drive | 9.5 mi | 14m |
Longest stretch:
US 167
— 60.1 mi, about 1h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cherokee Village, AR and Tennessee, AR.
1
Start on Sequoyah Ridge Road
151 ft
·
12 sec
·
Sequoyah Ridge Road
2
Turn left onto Hiawatha Drive
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Hiawatha Drive
3
Turn left onto Pontiac Drive
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Pontiac Drive
4
At end of road, turn right onto US 62; US 412
7.5 mi
·
8 min
·
US 62; US 412
5
Continue on US 167
12 mi
·
17 min
·
Ash Flat Drive
6
Continue on US 167
9.5 mi
·
14 min
·
Evening Shade Drive
7
Continue on US 167; AR 58
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
North Main Street
8
Continue on US 167
14 mi
·
22 min
·
North Saint Louis Street
9
Continue on US 167; AR 25
33 mi
·
43 min
·
Batesville Boulevard
10
Take the exit onto US 167
55 mi
·
56 min
·
US 167
11
Merge onto I 40; US 167
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
I 40; US 167
12
Take the exit onto US 167
4.9 mi
·
6 min
·
US 167
Toward I 30 West, US 65 South, US 67 South, US 167 South: Little Rock
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 530; US 65; US 167
44 mi
·
45 min
·
I 530; US 65; US 167
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 44
Toward AR 530 South: Star City, Monticello
15
Continue on AR 530
23 mi
·
26 min
·
Highway 530
16
At end of road, turn left onto AR 11
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Highway 11
17
Turn right onto US 425
16 mi
·
20 min
·
US 425
18
Take the exit
226 ft
·
6 sec
19
Turn slight right onto US 278
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
West Gaines Avenue
20
Turn left onto Tennessee Spur Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Tennessee Spur Road
21
Arrive at destination
Tennessee Spur Road
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 114.3 miles from Cherokee Village, AR, or about 2h 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 60.1 miles.
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 50 miles or 1h 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 114.3 miles or 2h 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tennessee, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Cherokee Village, 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 Cherokee Village, AR
This is one driving day of about 228.5 miles and 4h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 50 miles from Cherokee Village, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 167 for about 60.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 114.3 mi from Cherokee Village, AR · 2h 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
114 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 50 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 114.3 miles from Cherokee Village, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 167 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 60.1 miles.
Arriving in Tennessee, AR
The final approach into Tennessee, 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 Tennessee, 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
$34.51 one way
$69.02 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
80 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $37.88 | $75.76 |
| premium | $4.56 | $41.01 | $82.03 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $50.45 | $100.90 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 79.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 68.6 | 0 | $23.99 | $10.97 |
| Efficient EV | 57.1 | 0 | $19.99 | $9.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 91.4 | 1 | $31.99 | $14.62 |
Gas CO2
80 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Tennessee, AR
Night in Tennessee on Wednesday
Local time
9:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Partly Cloudy
SSW 5 mph
0% chance
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
11 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
4h 38m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Cherokee Village, AR to Tennessee, AR covers 228.5 miles and takes about 4h 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 167, I 530, Batesville Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 114.3 miles from Cherokee Village, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $34.51 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h 38m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (US 62; US 412): Navigation decision point; at 135.4 miles (US 167): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 140.3 miles (I 530; US 65; US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Cherokee Village, AR to Tennessee, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Monticello along the way.
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