Flippin, AR to Delaware, AR is 125.5 miles and takes about 3h 6m via AR 123, AR 7, and US 62, with a fuel budget near $19 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short, single-day trip keeps you within the Southeast region, primarily traversing Arkansas. Expect a highway-focused experience that's efficient for getting from point A to point B. It's a straightforward drive, ideal if you're looking for a quick connection between these two locations without extensive detours or complex navigation.
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
62.8 miles from Flippin, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 30m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 6m. Total distance: 125.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
This route is predominantly a highway drive, with 87% of it utilizing main roads. You'll experience a stretch of 32.2 miles on AR 123, which is the longest uninterrupted section. The journey is characterized by its focus on efficient travel, meaning you'll spend most of your time on well-maintained highways. While the highway share is high, expect some variation as you transition between AR 123, AR 7, and US 62, offering a consistent yet evolving driving experience.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
AR 123 is the longest continuous segment at about 32.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on AR 123 and AR 7. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North 3rd Street.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Flippin, AR to Delaware, AR is easy. At 3h 6m with 87% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North 3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (AR 178 / South 1st Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|North 3rd Street
Turn right onto North 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|East Main Street
Turn right onto East Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.3 mi into trip|~0m in|AR 178 / South 1st Street
At end of road, turn left onto AR 178 / South 1st Street
Navigation decision point
4
29.6 mi into trip|~35m in|US 65
At end of road, turn left onto US 65
Navigation decision point
5
37.9 mi into trip|~46m in|AR 123
Turn sharp right onto AR 123
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
AR 123
32.2 mi
56m
AR 7
32 mi
47m
US 62
27.9 mi
31m
North Arkansas Avenue
9.9 mi
14m
AR 22
9.2 mi
13m
US 65
8.3 mi
11m
Market Street
4.2 mi
6m
South 1st Street
1.4 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
AR 123
— 32.2 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Flippin, AR and Delaware, AR.
1
Start on Girard Street
32 ft·5 sec·Girard Street
2
Turn right onto North 3rd Street
442 ft·21 sec·North 3rd Street
3
Turn right onto East Main Street
0.2 mi·27 sec·East Main Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto AR 178
1.4 mi·2 min·South 1st Street
5
Turn right onto US 62; US 412
5.4 mi·6 min·US 62; US 412
6
Turn right onto US 62; US 412
23 mi·25 min·US 62; US 412
7
At end of road, turn left onto US 65
8.3 mi·11 min·US 65
8
Turn sharp right onto AR 123
18 mi·31 min·AR 123
9
Turn right onto AR 123
15 mi·25 min·AR 123
10
Turn straight onto AR 7; AR 16
32 mi·47 min·AR 7; AR 16
11
Turn right onto AR 7
4.2 mi·6 min·Market Street
12
Continue on AR 7
9.9 mi·14 min·North Arkansas Avenue
13
Turn right onto AR 22
9.2 mi·13 min·AR 22
14
Turn right onto Fire Dept Loop
515 ft·22 sec·Fire Dept Loop
15
Arrive at destination
Fire Dept Loop
Trip Plan
Given the 3h 6m duration, starting your drive in Flippin, AR, after a morning coffee will comfortably get you to Delaware, AR, well before sunset. With only one stop likely needed, you have plenty of flexibility. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $19, and while the longest stretch is over 32 miles, it's wise to top off before heading out. This route is manageable in a single day, allowing you to enjoy the drive without feeling rushed.
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 62.8 miles from Flippin, AR, or about 1h 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32.2 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 28 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 62.8 miles or 1h 30m 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 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Delaware, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Flippin, 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 Flippin, AR
This is one driving day of about 125.5 miles and 3h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Flippin, 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 AR 123 for about 32.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 62.8 mi from Flippin, AR
· 1h 30m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.95 one way
$37.91 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg44 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$20.81
$41.61
premium
$4.56
$22.53
$45.05
diesel
$5.61
$27.71
$55.42
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
37.7
0
$13.18
$6.02
Efficient EV
31.4
0
$10.98
$5.02
EV Truck/SUV
50.2
0
$17.57
$8.03
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (66% 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 15, 2026
Origin
Flippin, AR
Morning
in Flippin on Friday
Local time
6:20 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Delaware, AR
Morning
in Delaware on Friday
Local time
6:20 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°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
2 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 6m 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 Flippin, AR to Delaware, AR covers 125.5 miles and takes about 3h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are AR 123, AR 7, US 62. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 62.8 miles from Flippin, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.95 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 Flippin, AR to Delaware, AR is easy. At 3h 6m with 87% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North 3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (AR 178 / South 1st Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Flippin, AR to Delaware, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from
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