Origin
Delaplaine, AR
Evening in Delaplaine on Sunday
Local time
6:23 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Delaplaine, AR to Oak Grove Heights, AR
Drive Time
31m
Distance
18.3 mi
29 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 29m
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6 AM
0h 32m
8 AM
0h 37m
10 AM
0h 34m
12 PM
0h 33m
3 PM
0h 34m
5 PM
0h 37m
8 PM
0h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oak Grove Heights, AR
Eddie O.
Trip Overview
The drive from Delaplaine, AR to Oak Grove Heights, AR covers 18.3 miles and takes about 31m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on AR 34, AR 135, AR 304 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 16.6 miles on AR 34. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.80 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
9.1 miles from Delaplaine, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 16m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 31m highway drive covering 18.3 miles, with most of the trip on AR 34 and AR 135. The longest continuous stretch is about 16.6 miles on AR 34.
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 34 is the longest continuous segment at about 16.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on AR 34 and AR 135. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near AR 34; AR 90.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Delaplaine, AR to Oak Grove Heights, AR is easy. At 31m with 100% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (AR 34; AR 90): Navigation decision point; near the start (AR 34): 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.
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AR 34; AR 90
Turn left onto AR 34; AR 90
Navigation decision point
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AR 34
Turn right onto AR 34
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| AR 34 | 16.6 mi | 29m |
| AR 135 | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| AR 304 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
AR 34
— 16.6 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Delaplaine, AR and Oak Grove Heights, AR.
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Start on AR 304
158 ft
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8 sec
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AR 304
2
Turn left onto AR 34; AR 90
81 ft
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3 sec
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AR 34; AR 90
3
Turn right onto AR 34
17 mi
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29 min
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AR 34
4
Turn slight right onto AR 34
366 ft
·
7 sec
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AR 34
5
Turn straight onto AR 135
1.6 mi
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2 min
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AR 135
6
Arrive at destination
AR 135
Trip Plan
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 9.1 miles from Delaplaine, AR, or about 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 16.6 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 18.3 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 9.1 miles or 16m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oak Grove Heights, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Delaplaine, 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 Delaplaine, AR
This is one driving day of about 18.3 miles and 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Delaplaine, 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.
The longest stretch is on AR 34 for about 16.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 9.1 mi from Delaplaine, AR · 16m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
9 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
Arriving in Oak Grove Heights, AR
The final approach into Oak Grove Heights, 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 Oak Grove Heights, 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
$2.80 one way
$5.60 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $3.07 | $6.14 |
| premium | $4.61 | $3.32 | $6.64 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $4.07 | $8.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.92 | $0.88 |
| Efficient EV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.60 | $0.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.3 | 0 | $2.56 | $1.17 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (67% 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
Oak Grove Heights, AR
Evening in Oak Grove Heights on Sunday
Local time
6:23 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
81°F
Bono, AR
9 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
31m 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 Delaplaine, AR to Oak Grove Heights, AR covers 18.3 miles and takes about 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are AR 34, AR 135, AR 304. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 9.1 miles from Delaplaine, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.80 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 Delaplaine, AR to Oak Grove Heights, AR is easy. At 31m with 100% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (AR 34; AR 90): Navigation decision point; near the start (AR 34): Navigation decision point.
The route from Delaplaine, AR to Oak Grove Heights, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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