Origin
Clinton, AR
Evening in Clinton on Thursday
Local time
8:53 PM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Clinton, AR to Southside, AR
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
18m
Distance
13.1 mi
21 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 17m
★
6 AM
0h 19m
8 AM
0h 22m
10 AM
0h 20m
12 PM
0h 19m
3 PM
0h 20m
5 PM
0h 22m
8 PM
0h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Clinton, AR
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Trip Overview
The drive from Clinton, AR to Southside, AR covers 13.1 miles and takes about 18m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US Highway 65, US 65B, Yellowjacket Lane for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 12.6 miles on US Highway 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $1.98 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 18m. Total distance: 13.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (99%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 18m highway drive covering 13.1 miles, with most of the trip on US Highway 65 and US 65B. The longest continuous stretch is about 12.6 miles on US Highway 65.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 4 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US Highway 65 is the longest continuous segment at about 12.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 65 and US 65B. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 65B.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Clinton, AR to Southside, AR is easy. At 18m with 99% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 65B): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (US 65; AR 9 / US Highway 65): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
2 of 2 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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US 65B
Turn right onto US 65B
Navigation decision point
4
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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US 65; AR 9 / US Highway 65
At end of road, turn right onto US 65; AR 9 / US Highway 65
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 65 | 12.6 mi | 17m |
| US 65B | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Yellowjacket Lane | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US Highway 65
— 12.6 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clinton, AR and Southside, AR.
1
Start on Yellowjacket Lane
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Yellowjacket Lane
2
Turn right onto US 65B
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
US 65B
3
At end of road, turn right onto US 65; AR 9
13 mi
·
17 min
·
US Highway 65
4
Arrive at destination
US 65
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.98 one way
$3.96 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $2.17 | $4.34 |
| premium | $4.56 | $2.35 | $4.70 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.89 | $5.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.9 | 0 | $1.38 | $0.63 |
| Efficient EV | 3.3 | 0 | $1.15 | $0.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.2 | 0 | $1.83 | $0.84 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Southside, AR
Evening in Southside on Thursday
Local time
8:53 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°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
1 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
18m 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 Clinton, AR to Southside, AR covers 13.1 miles and takes about 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US Highway 65, US 65B, Yellowjacket Lane. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.6 miles from Clinton, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.98 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 Clinton, AR to Southside, AR is easy. At 18m with 99% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 65B): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (US 65; AR 9 / US Highway 65): Navigation decision point.
The route from Clinton, AR to Southside, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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