Origin
Delaware, AR
Afternoon in Delaware on Thursday
Local time
4:22 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Delaware, AR to Newport, AR
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 50m
Distance
149.6 mi
241 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 39m
★
6 AM
2h 50m
8 AM
3h 12m
10 AM
2h 58m
12 PM
2h 56m
3 PM
2h 59m
5 PM
3h 11m
8 PM
2h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Delaware, AR
Christopher Santiago
Newport, AR
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Trip Overview
The drive from Delaware, AR to Newport, AR covers 149.6 miles and takes about 2h 50m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 64, I 40, Vilonia Bypass for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 54.2 miles on US 64. At current regular gas prices, budget about $22.59 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
74.8 miles from Delaware, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 28m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 50m. Total distance: 149.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 50m highway drive covering 149.6 miles, with most of the trip on US 64 and I 40. The longest continuous stretch is about 54.2 miles on US 64.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 64 is the longest continuous segment at about 54.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 64 and I 40. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 14.2 miles in near US 64 / East Main Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 50m drive. You will face about 15 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 14.2 miles (US 64 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 16.5 miles (AR 331): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.7 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
14.2 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
US 64 / East Main Street
Turn right onto US 64 / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
6
16.5 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
AR 331
Turn left onto AR 331
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
16.7 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Take the ramp toward I-40
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Exit 84
Toward I-40
4
59.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
Take the exit toward US 64
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward US 64
5
59.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 64 | 54.2 mi | 55m |
| I 40 | 42.1 mi | 42m |
| Vilonia Bypass | 25.9 mi | 32m |
| AR 22 | 9.2 mi | 13m |
| State Highway 64 | 5.4 mi | 6m |
| Union Street | 4.9 mi | 5m |
| East Main Street | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| East Oak Street | 1.8 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
US 64
— 54.2 mi, about 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Delaware, AR and Newport, 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
Turn left onto AR 7
4.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Union Street
4
Turn right onto US 64
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
East Main Street
5
Turn left onto AR 331
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
AR 331
Use the left lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 84
Toward I-40
7
Merge onto I 40
42 mi
·
42 min
·
I 40
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward US 64
9
Keep slight left at fork
212 ft
·
8 sec
10
Turn left onto US 64
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
East Oak Street
11
Continue on US 64
5.4 mi
·
6 min
·
State Highway 64
12
Continue on US 64
26 mi
·
32 min
·
Vilonia Bypass
Use the straight lane.
13
Take the exit onto US 64
54 mi
·
55 min
·
US 64
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward AR 17: Newport
15
Turn left
76 ft
·
5 sec
16
Turn left onto AR 17
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
AR 17
17
Turn right onto AR 14
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South State Street
18
Turn left onto AR 14
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Malcolm Avenue
19
Continue on AR 14
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
3rd Street
20
Arrive at destination
AR 14
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 74.8 miles from Delaware, AR, or about 1h 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 54.2 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 33 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 74.8 miles or 1h 28m 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 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Newport, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Delaware, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 149.6 miles and 2h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 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 US 64 for about 54.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 74.8 mi from Delaware, AR · 1h 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
75 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 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 74.8 miles from Delaware, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Newport, AR
The final approach into Newport, 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 Newport, 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
$22.59 one way
$45.19 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $24.80 | $49.60 |
| premium | $4.56 | $26.85 | $53.70 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $33.03 | $66.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.9 | 0 | $15.71 | $7.18 |
| Efficient EV | 37.4 | 0 | $13.09 | $5.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 59.8 | 0 | $20.94 | $9.57 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
18 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.
Destination
Newport, AR
Afternoon in Newport on Thursday
Local time
4:22 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°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
2h 50m 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 Newport, AR covers 149.6 miles and takes about 2h 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 64, I 40, Vilonia Bypass. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 74.8 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 $22.59 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 2h 50m drive. You will face about 15 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 14.2 miles (US 64 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 16.5 miles (AR 331): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.7 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
The route from Delaware, AR to Newport, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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