Trip from Kentucky, AR to Bauxite, AR

Drive Time

19m

Distance

10.8 mi

17 km

Drive Score

4/10

Practical drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$2

one way

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Best Time to Leave

4 AM

0h 17m ★

6 AM

0h 19m

8 AM

0h 22m

10 AM

0h 20m

12 PM

0h 20m

3 PM

0h 20m

5 PM

0h 22m

8 PM

0h 18m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

If you are planning a quick transit between Kentucky and Bauxite, Arkansas, you are looking at a brief 10.8-mile journey that typically takes about 19 minutes. This route stays entirely within the Southeast region of the state, making it a straightforward trip that easily fits into a single day. You won’t need to worry about complex logistics or overnight stays for this short distance. With a fuel cost estimate of just $1, it is an incredibly economical drive. Whether you are commuting or just passing through, this simple connection between the two towns is highly efficient.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

5.4 miles from Kentucky, AR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 9m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. You will primarily navigate via Edison Avenue and the Bauxite Highway, neither of which involves long, monotonous highway stretches. In fact, the highway share for this trip is 0%, meaning you should be prepared for frequent turns throughout the 10.8-mile duration. Because the longest uninterrupted stretch is 0 miles on Edison Avenue, you will need to stay alert and ready for changing road conditions. It is a focused driving experience that keeps you engaged from start to finish.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 5 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Edison Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.

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.

Route Complexity 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

The drive from Kentucky, AR to Bauxite, AR is easy. At 19m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Kentucky, AR to Bauxite, AR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Edison Avenue	Unavailable	Refreshing
Bauxite Highway	Unavailable	Refreshing

Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.

Longest stretch: Edison Avenue — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Kentucky, AR and Bauxite, AR.

1

Start on Old Hot Springs Highway

5.5 mi · 9 min · Old Hot Springs Highway

2

Continue straight

1.5 mi · 2 min

3

Turn left onto Edison Avenue

3.0 mi · 5 min · Edison Avenue

4

Continue on Bauxite Highway

0.8 mi · 1 min · Bauxite Highway

5

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Because this is such a short trip, you have maximum flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the 19-minute drive without needing any planned stops for rest or refueling, though keeping a dollar handy for gas is a good rule of thumb. Since the route relies on local roads rather than major highways, keep a close eye on your navigation to handle the frequent turns safely. Take advantage of the short travel time to enjoy a relaxed pace, as you won't be rushing to beat the clock on a long haul. Planning for a quick, efficient transit is the best way to handle this specific Arkansas connector.

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 5.4 miles from Kentucky, AR, or about 9m into the drive.

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 10.8 miles or 19m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 5.4 miles or 9m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 16m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bauxite, AR than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Kentucky, 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 Kentucky, AR

This is one driving day of about 10.8 miles and 19m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Kentucky, AR.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 5.4 mi from Kentucky, AR · 9m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Texarkana, TX

5 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

Texarkana, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 10.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Texarkana, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 5.4 miles from Kentucky, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Bauxite, AR

The final approach into Bauxite, 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 Bauxite, 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

$1.65 one way

$3.30 round trip

$3.88/gal 25.4 MPG avg 4 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.26	$1.81	$3.62
premium	$4.61	$1.96	$3.92
diesel	$5.64	$2.40	$4.80

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$2

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$27–$52

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 3.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	3.2	$1.13	$0.52
Efficient EV	2.7	$0.95	$0.43
EV Truck/SUV	4.3	$1.51	$0.69

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.

Forecast data refreshed 4 days ago

Origin

Kentucky, AR

Morning in Kentucky on Monday

Local time

11:40 AM

CDT

Current temp

59°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Bauxite, AR

Morning in Bauxite on Monday

Local time

11:40 AM

CDT

Current temp

80°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

21 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

19m 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 Kentucky, AR to Bauxite, AR covers 10.8 miles and takes about 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Edison Avenue, Bauxite Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 5.4 miles from Kentucky, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.65 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 Kentucky, AR to Bauxite, AR is easy. At 19m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Kentucky, AR to Bauxite, AR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

The route from Kentucky, AR to Bauxite, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.