Delaware, AR to Prairie Grove, AR is 113.7 miles and takes about 2h 20m via I 40 and I 49, with a fuel budget near $17 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive primarily takes place within Arkansas, moving from the Southeast region to the Southeast region. It's a straightforward, highway-focused trip that's ideal for a single-day journey. You'll be covering a good portion of the mileage on major interstates, making for efficient travel. Consider this route if you're looking for a quick and uncomplicated way to get between these two points in Arkansas.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
56.9 miles from Delaware, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 13m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 40
42.1 mi
42m
I 49
32.6 mi
32m
AR 22
13.3 mi
19m
AR 109
12.5 mi
22m
Hogeye Road
5.9 mi
10m
AR 156
4.2 mi
7m
West Main Street
1.1 mi
1m
South Mock Street
0.6 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 42.1 mi, about 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Delaware, AR and Prairie Grove, 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
42 mi·42 min·I 40
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi·48 sec
Toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
8
Continue on I 49
33 mi·32 min·I 49
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi·33 sec
Exit 53Toward State Highway 170: West ForkUse the slight right lane.
10
Turn left onto AR 170
0.3 mi·32 sec·Phillips Street
11
Turn right onto AR 156
4.2 mi·7 min·AR 156
12
Continue on AR 265
0.1 mi·11 sec·South State Highway 265
13
Turn right onto Hogeye Road
5.9 mi·10 min·Hogeye Road
14
Continue on South Mock Street
0.6 mi·1 min·South Mock Street
15
Turn left onto West Mock Drive
117 ft·5 sec·West Mock Drive
16
Arrive at destination
West Mock Drive
Trip Plan
Given the 2h 20m duration, departing in the morning will give you plenty of flexibility. With only 113.7 miles, you can easily complete this trip in one day without needing to split it. The fuel cost is estimated at $17, so plan accordingly. While there are no designated stops mentioned, keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before embarking on the 42.1-mile stretch on I 40. This route is straightforward, so focus on enjoying the efficiency of the interstate system.
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 56.9 miles from Delaware, AR, or about 1h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 42.1 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 25 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 56.9 miles or 1h 13m 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 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Prairie Grove, 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 113.7 miles and 2h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Delaware, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 42.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 102.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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
69.3 mi into trip|~1h 26m in
Take the exit toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
7
102.2 mi into trip|~1h 59m in
Take the exit toward State Highway 170: West Fork
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 53
Toward State Highway 170: West Fork
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.17 one way
$34.34 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg40 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$18.85
$37.70
premium
$4.56
$20.41
$40.82
diesel
$5.61
$25.10
$50.21
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
3 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: good
Harps - Tesla Supercharger
Alma, AR
Tesla
12 DCFC
Workman's Travel Center - Tesla Supercharger
Ozark, AR
Tesla
8 DCFC
Walmart 66 (Clarksville, AR)
Clarksville, AR
Electrify America
4 DCFC
Tesla: 2
Electrify America: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
34.1
0
$11.94
$5.46
Efficient EV
28.4
0
$9.95
$4.55
EV Truck/SUV
45.5
0
$15.92
$7.28
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (68% 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 Saturday
Local time
12:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Prairie Grove, AR
Afternoon
in Prairie Grove on Saturday
Local time
12:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
75°F
Ozark, AR
57 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
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
2h 20m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This is a predominantly highway-focused drive, with 92% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll experience a 42.1-mile stretch on I 40, which sets the pace for much of your journey. The use of I 40, I 49, and AR 22 means you'll mostly be on well-maintained, multi-lane roads designed for speed. Expect a consistent driving experience for the majority of the trip, with minimal slowdowns. The highway character ensures a relatively smooth and direct transit.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 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 42.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and I 49. 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 Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Delaware, AR to Prairie Grove, AR is easy. At 2h 20m with 92% 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 13.4 miles (AR 109): Navigation decision point; at 25.9 miles (US 64 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Delaware, AR to Prairie Grove, AR, road signs begin pointing toward State Highway 170: West Fork along the way.
Delaware has beautiful beaches and parks. The more popular beaches are in: Rehoboth Beach, Lewes, Dewey Beach and Bethany Beach. Most parks in Delaware's very extensive and well maintained park system are free or low-cost. The First State National Historical Park a group of historical sites that cover the early colonial history of Delaware and the role Delaware played in the establishment of the United States, leading up to it being the first state to ratify the U.S. Constitution.
It is one of the smallest states in the United States. It has beautiful beaches, and activities vary from business-friendly Wilmington to the rural southern parts of the state.
The drive from Delaware, AR to Prairie Grove, AR covers 113.7 miles and takes about 2h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, I 49, AR 22. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 56.9 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 $17.17 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 Delaware, AR to Prairie Grove, AR is easy. At 2h 20m with 92% 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 13.4 miles (AR 109): Navigation decision point; at 25.9 miles (US 64 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Delaware, AR to Prairie Grove, AR, road signs begin pointing toward State Highway 170: West Fork along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
