Origin
Hampton, AR
Night in Hampton on Thursday
Local time
10:28 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hampton, AR to Watson, AR
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
24m
Distance
12.2 mi
20 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 23m
★
6 AM
0h 25m
8 AM
0h 29m
10 AM
0h 26m
12 PM
0h 26m
3 PM
0h 26m
5 PM
0h 29m
8 PM
0h 23m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hampton, AR
Phil Evenden
Trip Overview
The drive from Hampton, AR to Watson, AR covers 12.2 miles and takes about 24m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on 12th, County Road 80, US 278 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 9.4 miles on 12th. At current regular gas prices, budget about $1.84 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 24m. Total distance: 12.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (10%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 24m drive with frequent turns across 12.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 6 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
12th is the longest continuous segment at about 9.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in near AR 274 / 12th.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Hampton, AR to Watson, AR is easy. At 24m with 10% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (AR 274 / 12th): Navigation decision point; at 10.6 miles: Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
2 of 2 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
1.2 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
AR 274 / 12th
Turn left onto AR 274 / 12th
Navigation decision point
4
10.6 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 12th | 9.4 mi | 16m |
| County Road 80 | 1.4 mi | 5m |
| US 278 | 1.2 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
12th
— 9.4 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hampton, AR and Watson, AR.
1
Start on US 278
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
US 278
2
Turn left onto AR 274
9.4 mi
·
16 min
·
12th
3
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
51 sec
4
Continue on County Road 80
1.4 mi
·
5 min
·
County Road 80
5
Continue on County Road 80
72 ft
·
3 sec
·
County Road 80
6
Arrive at destination
County Road 80
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.84 one way
$3.68 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $2.02 | $4.05 |
| premium | $4.56 | $2.19 | $4.38 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.69 | $5.39 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.7 | 0 | $1.28 | $0.59 |
| Efficient EV | 3.1 | 0 | $1.07 | $0.49 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.9 | 0 | $1.71 | $0.78 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Watson, AR
Night in Watson on Thursday
Local time
10:28 PM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
24m 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 Hampton, AR to Watson, AR covers 12.2 miles and takes about 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 12th, County Road 80, US 278. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.1 miles from Hampton, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.84 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 Hampton, AR to Watson, AR is easy. At 24m with 10% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (AR 274 / 12th): Navigation decision point; at 10.6 miles: Navigation decision point.
The route from Hampton, AR to Watson, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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