The drive from Hoxie, AR to Kentucky, AR covers 156 miles and takes about 2h 51m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 57, I 30, Old Hot Springs Highway for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 119.9 miles on I 57.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $23.56 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 miles from Hoxie, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 22m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 51m. Total distance: 156 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 51m highway drive covering 156 miles, with most of the trip on I 57 and I 30. The longest continuous stretch is about 119.9 miles on I 57.
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.
I 57 is the longest continuous segment at about 119.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and I 30. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 63B; AR 367 / Southwest Texas Street.
Driving Effort5/10
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 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start (US 63B; AR 367 / Southwest Texas Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 124 miles (US 167): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|US 63B; AR 367 / Southwest Texas Street
Turn right onto US 63B; AR 367 / Southwest Texas Street
Navigation decision point
3
1.2 mi into trip|~2m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
124 mi into trip|~2h 10m in|US 167
Take the exit onto US 167 toward I 30 West, US 65 South, US 67 South, US 167 South: Little Rock
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 30 West, US 65 South, US 67 South, US...
8
128.9 mi into trip|~2h 17m in|I 30; US 67
Keep slight right at fork onto I 30; US 67 toward Texarkana
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 138
Toward Texarkana
5
149.7 mi into trip|~2h 40m in
Take the exit toward AR 5, AR 35: Benton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward AR 5, AR 35: Benton
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 Hoxie, AR to Kentucky, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Texarkana along the way.
Texarkana
128.9 mi in|~2h 17m|via I 30; US 67
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 57
119.9 mi
2h 4m
I 30
20.8 mi
23m
Old Hot Springs Highway
5.7 mi
10m
US 167
4.9 mi
6m
US 63
1.4 mi
1m
Southwest Texas Street
1.2 mi
2m
I 40
0.9 mi
1m
I-30 Frontage Road
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 119.9 mi, about 2h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hoxie, AR and Kentucky, AR.
1
Start on Southwest Lindsey
22 ft·4 sec·Southwest Lindsey
2
Turn right onto US 63B; AR 367
1.2 mi·2 min·Southwest Texas Street
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·28 sec
4
Merge onto US 63; US 412
1.4 mi·1 min·US 63; US 412
5
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
6
Merge onto I 57
120 mi·2 hr 4 min·I 57
7
Merge onto I 40; US 167
0.9 mi·1 min·I 40; US 167
8
Take the exit onto US 167
4.9 mi·6 min·US 167
Toward I 30 West, US 65 South, US 67 South, US 167 South: Little Rock
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 30; US 67
21 mi·23 min·I 30; US 67
Exit 138Toward TexarkanaUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.1 mi·12 sec
Toward AR 5, AR 35: Benton
11
Turn straight onto AR 5
0.4 mi·37 sec·I-30 Frontage Road
12
Turn slight right onto AR 5
0.2 mi·19 sec·Old Hot Springs Highway
13
Continue on AR 5
5.5 mi·9 min·Old Hot Springs Highway
14
Arrive at destination
AR 5
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 miles from Hoxie, AR, or about 1h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 119.9 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 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 78 miles or 1h 22m 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 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kentucky, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hoxie, 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 Hoxie, AR
This is one driving day of about 156 miles and 2h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Hoxie, 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 I 57 for about 119.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 78 mi from Hoxie, AR
· 1h 22m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Hot Springs National Park
National Park
Hot Springs National Park has a rich cultural past. The grand architecture of our historic bathhouses is equally matched by the natural curiosities that have been drawing people here for hundreds of y...
24 mi from route
~59 min detour
Free
near mile 156
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.56 one way
$47.12 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg55 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$25.86
$51.73
premium
$4.56
$28.00
$56.00
diesel
$5.61
$34.44
$68.89
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: 54.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
2 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: fair
EV Connect Charging Station
Newport, Arkansas
EV Connect
1 DCFC
Blink Charging Station
Newport, Arkansas
Blink
1 DCFC
EV Connect: 1
Blink: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
46.8
0
$16.38
$7.49
Efficient EV
39
0
$13.65
$6.24
EV Truck/SUV
62.4
0
$21.84
$9.98
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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Hoxie, AR
Morning
in Hoxie on Saturday
Local time
7:26 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Kentucky, AR
Morning
in Kentucky on Saturday
Local time
7:26 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
77°F
Jacksonville, AR
78 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
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 51m 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 Hoxie, AR to Kentucky, AR covers 156 miles and takes about 2h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 57, I 30, Old Hot Springs Highway. 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 miles from Hoxie, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.56 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 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start (US 63B; AR 367 / Southwest Texas Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 124 miles (US 167): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Hoxie, AR to Kentucky, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Texarkana 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.
