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Trip from Delaware, AR to Highland, AR

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

3h 11m

Distance

137.9 mi

222 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$21

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min
4 AM
2h 59m ★
6 AM
3h 11m
8 AM
3h 34m
10 AM
3h 19m
12 PM
3h 17m
3 PM
3h 20m
5 PM
3h 33m
8 PM
3h 4m

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

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Downtown Delaware, AR, AR

Delaware, AR

Christopher Santiago

Downtown Highland, AR, AR

Highland, AR

Rámon van Raaij

Trip Overview

The drive from Delaware, AR to Highland, AR covers 137.9 miles and takes about 3h 11m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on South State Highway 7, US 70, AR 27 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 44.8 miles on South State Highway 7. At current regular gas prices, budget about $20.83 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

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

69 miles from Delaware, AR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 22m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 11m. Total distance: 137.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (87%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This is a 3h 11m highway drive covering 137.9 miles, with most of the trip on South State Highway 7 and US 70. The longest continuous stretch is about 44.8 miles on South State Highway 7.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South State Highway 7 is the longest continuous segment at about 44.8 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on South State Highway 7 and US 70. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near AR 22.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Delaware, AR to Highland, AR is easy. At 3h 11m with 87% 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 (AR 22): Navigation decision point; at 24.3 miles (AR 7): Navigation decision point; at 24.5 miles (AR 7 / South State Highway 7): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 8 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

3
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | AR 22

Turn left onto AR 22

Navigation decision point

3
24.3 mi into trip | ~31m in | AR 7

Turn right onto AR 7

Navigation decision point

3
24.5 mi into trip | ~31m in | AR 7 / South State Highway 7

Turn left onto AR 7 / South State Highway 7

Navigation decision point

4
69.3 mi into trip | ~1h 22m in | AR 7 / Park Avenue

Enter roundabout onto AR 7 / Park Avenue

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

4
137.9 mi into trip | ~3h 11m in | Pike County 210 Road/Gyp Mine Road

Turn left onto Pike County 210 Road/Gyp Mine Road

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
South State Highway 7 44.8 mi 50m
US 70 31.3 mi 46m
AR 27 18.8 mi 33m
AR 7 South 14.4 mi 16m
AR 22 9.2 mi 13m
Airport Road 7.7 mi 11m
Park Avenue 6.2 mi 9m
State Highway 26 1.5 mi 2m
Longest stretch: South State Highway 7 — 44.8 mi, about 50m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Delaware, AR and Highland, AR.

1

Start on Fire Dept Loop

515 ft · 27 sec · Fire Dept Loop
2

Turn left onto AR 22

9.2 mi · 13 min · AR 22
3

Continue on AR 7

0.2 mi · 20 sec · North State Highway 7
4

Continue on AR 7

14 mi · 16 min · AR 7 South
5

Continue on AR 7; AR 10

0.3 mi · 24 sec · South Scenic 7 Drive
6

Turn right onto AR 7

0.2 mi · 17 sec · AR 7
7

Turn left onto AR 7

45 mi · 50 min · South State Highway 7
8

Enter roundabout onto AR 7

98 ft · 1 sec · Park Avenue
9

Continue on AR 7

6.1 mi · 9 min · Park Avenue
10

Continue on AR 7

1.1 mi · 1 min · Central Avenue
11

Turn right onto US 70B; US 270B

0.9 mi · 1 min · West Grand Avenue
12

Turn left onto US 70B; US 270B

0.3 mi · 28 sec · Summer Street
13

Turn straight onto US 70B; US 270B

0.9 mi · 1 min · Albert Pike Road
14

Turn left onto US 70B

7.7 mi · 11 min · Airport Road
15

Continue on US 70

31 mi · 46 min · US 70
16

Continue on AR 27

19 mi · 33 min · AR 27
17

Turn right onto AR 26

1.5 mi · 2 min · State Highway 26
18

Turn left onto Pike County 210 Road/Gyp Mine Road

29 ft · 1 sec · Pike County 210 Road/Gyp Mine Road
19

Arrive at destination

Pike County 210 Road/Gyp Mine 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 69 miles from Delaware, AR, or about 1h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 44.8 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 30 miles or 38m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 69 miles or 1h 22m 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 28m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Delaware, 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 Delaware, AR

This is one driving day of about 137.9 miles and 3h 11m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Delaware, 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 South State Highway 7 for about 44.8 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 69 mi from Delaware, AR · 1h 22m into the drive

Downtown Hot Springs, AR, AR

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Hot Springs, AR

69 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

Ola, AR

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Hot Springs, AR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 69 miles from Delaware, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Highland, AR

The final approach into Highland, 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 Highland, AR.

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

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Hot Springs National Park

Hot Springs National Park

National Park

Hot Springs National Park has a rich cultural past. The grand architecture of our historic bathhouses is equally matched by the natural curiosities that have been drawing people here for hundreds of y...

1 mi from route ~3 min detour Free near mile 76.1
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$20.83 one way

$41.65 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 48 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.21 $22.86 $45.72
premium $4.56 $24.75 $49.50
diesel $5.61 $30.45 $60.89

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$21

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$46–$71

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 48.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 41.4 0 $14.48 $6.62
Efficient EV 34.5 0 $12.07 $5.52
EV Truck/SUV 55.2 0 $19.31 $8.83

Gas CO2

48 kg

EV CO2

16 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.

Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

Delaware, AR

Afternoon in Delaware on Thursday

Local time

4:21 PM

CDT

Current temp

79°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Highland, AR

Afternoon in Highland on Thursday

Local time

4:21 PM

CDT

Current temp

73°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

6 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

3h 11m 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 Delaware, AR to Highland, AR covers 137.9 miles and takes about 3h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South State Highway 7, US 70, AR 27. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 69 miles from Delaware, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.83 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Delaware, AR to Highland, AR is easy. At 3h 11m with 87% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (AR 22): Navigation decision point; at 24.3 miles (AR 7): Navigation decision point; at 24.5 miles (AR 7 / South State Highway 7): Navigation decision point.
The route from Delaware, AR to Highland, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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