Origin
Fordyce, AR
Night in Fordyce on Thursday
Local time
11:31 PM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fordyce, AR to Delaware, AR
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
2h 58m
Distance
156.2 mi
251 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 48m
★
6 AM
2h 59m
8 AM
3h 22m
10 AM
3h 7m
12 PM
3h 5m
3 PM
3h 8m
5 PM
3h 20m
8 PM
2h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fordyce, AR
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Delaware, AR
Christopher Santiago
Trip Overview
The drive from Fordyce, AR to Delaware, AR covers 156.2 miles and takes about 2h 58m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 65, US 167, Sheridan Bypass for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 69.1 miles on US 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $23.59 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
78.1 miles from Fordyce, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 31m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 58m. Total distance: 156.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 58m highway drive covering 156.2 miles, with most of the trip on US 65 and US 167. The longest continuous stretch is about 69.1 miles on US 65.
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.
US 65 is the longest continuous segment at about 69.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 65 and US 167. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 55.2 miles in near US 167.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 156.2 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 55.2 miles (US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 69.9 miles (US 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 70.2 miles (US 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
55.2 mi into trip
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~1h 6m in
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US 167
Keep slight left at fork onto US 167 toward I 530 North, US 65 North, US 167 North: Little Rock
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 530 North, US 65 North, US 167 North:...
7
69.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
|
US 65
Keep slight left at fork onto US 65 toward I 40 West, US 65 North, AR 107 North: Conway, Fort Smith
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 143A
Toward I 40 West, US 65 North, AR 107 North: Co...
6
70.2 mi into trip
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~1h 23m in
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US 65
Keep slight left at fork onto US 65
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
139 mi into trip
|
~2h 33m in
Take the exit toward AR 331, US 64
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 84
Toward AR 331, US 64
7
139.8 mi into trip
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~2h 35m in
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US 64 / East Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 64 / East Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
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 Fordyce, AR to Delaware, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Smith along the way.
Fort Smith
69.9 mi in
|
~1h 23m
|
via US 65
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 65 | 69.1 mi | 1h 10m |
| US 167 | 50.9 mi | 1h |
| Sheridan Bypass | 17.9 mi | 20m |
| AR 22 | 9.2 mi | 13m |
| South Arkansas Avenue | 4.9 mi | 5m |
| East Main Street | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Moro | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| AR 331 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 65
— 69.1 mi, about 1h 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fordyce, AR and Delaware, AR.
1
Start on US 79B; AR 8
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
East 4th Street
2
Turn left onto US 79B
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Moro
3
Continue on US 167
36 mi
·
44 min
·
US 167
4
Continue on US 167
18 mi
·
20 min
·
Sheridan Bypass
5
Keep slight left at fork onto US 167
15 mi
·
16 min
·
US 167
Toward I 530 North, US 65 North, US 167 North: Little Rock
6
Keep slight left at fork onto US 65
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
US 65
Exit 143A
Toward I 40 West, US 65 North, AR 107 North: Conway, Fort Smith
7
Keep slight left at fork onto US 65
69 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
·
US 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 84
Toward AR 331, US 64
9
Turn left onto AR 331
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
AR 331
10
At end of road, turn right onto US 64
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
East Main Street
Use the right lane.
11
Turn left onto AR 7
4.9 mi
·
5 min
·
South Arkansas Avenue
Use the left lane.
12
Turn right onto AR 22
9.2 mi
·
13 min
·
AR 22
13
Turn right onto Fire Dept Loop
515 ft
·
22 sec
·
Fire Dept Loop
14
Arrive at destination
Fire Dept Loop
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 78.1 miles from Fordyce, AR, or about 1h 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 69.1 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 34 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 78.1 miles or 1h 31m 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 22m
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 Fordyce, 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 Fordyce, AR
This is one driving day of about 156.2 miles and 2h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Fordyce, 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 65 for about 69.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 78.1 mi from Fordyce, AR · 1h 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
78 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 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 78.1 miles from Fordyce, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 65 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 69.1 miles.
Arriving in Delaware, AR
The final approach into Delaware, 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 Delaware, 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
$23.59 one way
$47.18 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
55 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $25.90 | $51.79 |
| premium | $4.56 | $28.04 | $56.07 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $34.49 | $68.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 54.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 46.9 | 0 | $16.40 | $7.50 |
| Efficient EV | 39.1 | 0 | $13.67 | $6.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 62.5 | 0 | $21.87 | $10.00 |
Gas CO2
55 kg
EV CO2
18 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.
Destination
Delaware, AR
Night in Delaware on Thursday
Local time
11:31 PM
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
4 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
2h 58m 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 Fordyce, AR to Delaware, AR covers 156.2 miles and takes about 2h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 65, US 167, Sheridan 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 78.1 miles from Fordyce, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.59 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 156.2 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 55.2 miles (US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 69.9 miles (US 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 70.2 miles (US 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Fordyce, AR to Delaware, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Smith along the way.
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