Trip from Delaware, AR to Kibler, AR

Drive Time

1h 35m

Distance

73.8 mi

119 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

one way

EV Charging

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station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 22 min
4 AM
1h 28m ★
6 AM
1h 36m
8 AM
1h 50m
10 AM
1h 41m
12 PM
1h 39m
3 PM
1h 41m
5 PM
1h 49m
8 PM
1h 31m

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

Downtown Delaware, AR, AR

Delaware, AR

Christopher Santiago

Downtown Kibler, AR, AR

Kibler, AR

Tima Miroshnichenko

Trip Overview

Spanning 73.8 miles across Arkansas, this trip from Delaware to Kibler takes approximately 1 hour and 35 minutes of driving time. Since the entire journey is well within a single day's reach, you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations or complicated travel logistics. You should budget about $10 for fuel to cover the distance, making this a very affordable excursion. The route primarily utilizes West Main Street, US 71, and Highway 71 North to connect these two Southeast Arkansas locations. Whether you are traveling for business or a quick change of scenery, this straightforward drive is easily manageable in a single session.

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

36.9 miles from Delaware, AR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 54m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route contains no highway-share segments. You will be navigating local roads for the entirety of the 73.8-mile trek, which requires more attention behind the wheel than a typical highway commute. Because the path relies on local infrastructure like West Main Street and US 71, you should anticipate a slower, more deliberate pace. The road's personality is defined by its frequent curves and local traffic patterns, creating a driving experience that keeps you engaged throughout the 1 hour and 35 minute duration.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 40 is the longest continuous segment at about 41 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and AR 22. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near AR 22.

Route Complexity 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

This is a straightforward 1h 35m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (AR 22): Navigation decision point; at 13.4 miles (AR 109): Navigation decision point; at 25.9 miles (US 64 / West Main Street): 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.

4
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | AR 22

Turn right onto AR 22

Navigation decision point

4
13.4 mi into trip | ~20m in | AR 109

Turn right onto AR 109

Navigation decision point

4
25.9 mi into trip | ~42m in | US 64 / West Main Street

Turn right onto US 64 / West Main Street

Navigation decision point

4
68.3 mi into trip | ~1h 25m in

Take the exit toward US 71: Alma

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward US 71: Alma
4
69 mi into trip | ~1h 26m in | US 64; AR 162 / US Highway 64 East

Turn left onto US 64; AR 162 / US Highway 64 East

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 40 41 mi 41m
AR 22 13.3 mi 19m
AR 109 12.5 mi 22m
Henry Street 2 mi 3m
North Kibler Highway 1.8 mi 3m
West Main Street 1.1 mi 1m
Marsha Woolly Drive 0.7 mi 1m
US Highway 71 North 0.5 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 40 — 41 mi, about 41m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Fire Dept Loop

515 ft · 24 sec · Fire Dept Loop
2

Turn right onto AR 22

13 mi · 19 min · AR 22
3

Turn right onto AR 109

13 mi · 22 min · AR 109
4

Turn right onto US 64

1.1 mi · 1 min · West Main Street
5

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 32 sec
6

Merge onto I 40

41 mi · 41 min · I 40
7

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 38 sec
Toward US 71: Alma
8

Turn left onto US 71

0.5 mi · 57 sec · US Highway 71 North
9

Turn left onto US 64; AR 162

0.3 mi · 37 sec · US Highway 64 East
10

Turn right onto AR 162

0.7 mi · 1 min · Marsha Woolly Drive
11

Continue on AR 162

2.0 mi · 3 min · Henry Street
12

Continue on AR 162

1.8 mi · 3 min · North Kibler Highway
13

Turn left onto Thornhill Street

72 ft · 3 sec · Thornhill Street
14

Arrive at destination

Thornhill Street

Trip Plan

Because this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. With no planned stops required for a 73.8-mile stretch, you can complete the drive in one efficient push, but keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the roads makes staying alert a priority. Since you are navigating local routes rather than interstates, double-check your navigation before leaving to ensure you stay on the correct path through the various turns. Budgeting $10 for gas should be sufficient for your fuel needs, but always verify your vehicle's range before heading out. Given the lack of highway stretches, plan for a steady, consistent pace rather than trying to make up time on open roads.

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 36.9 miles from Delaware, AR, or about 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 41 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 73.8 miles or 1h 35m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 36.9 miles or 54m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 19m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kibler, 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 73.8 miles and 1h 35m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Delaware, 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 I 40 for about 41 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 36.9 mi from Delaware, AR · 54m into the drive

Downtown Texarkana, TX, TX

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Texarkana, TX

37 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

Garland, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 73.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Texarkana, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 36.9 miles from Delaware, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Kibler, AR

The final approach into Kibler, 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 Kibler, 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

$11.28 one way

$22.56 round trip

$3.88/gal 25.4 MPG avg 26 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.26 $12.37 $24.75
premium $4.61 $13.39 $26.79
diesel $5.64 $16.40 $32.79

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$11

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$36–$61

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 25.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 22.1 0 $7.75 $3.54
Efficient EV 18.5 0 $6.46 $2.95
EV Truck/SUV 29.5 0 $10.33 $4.72

Gas CO2

26 kg

EV CO2

9 kg (65% 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

Delaware, AR

Evening in Delaware on Sunday

Local time

5:06 PM

CDT

Current temp

57°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Kibler, AR

Evening in Kibler on Sunday

Local time

5:06 PM

CDT

Current temp

56°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

1 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

1h 35m 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 Kibler, AR covers 73.8 miles and takes about 1h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, AR 22, AR 109. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.9 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 $11.28 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.
This is a straightforward 1h 35m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (AR 22): Navigation decision point; at 13.4 miles (AR 109): Navigation decision point; at 25.9 miles (US 64 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Delaware, AR to Kibler, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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