The drive from Kentucky, AR to Cherokee Village, AR covers 167.9 miles and takes about 3h 33m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 57, US 64, I 30 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 55 miles on I 57.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $25.36 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
84 miles from Kentucky, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 34m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 33m. Total distance: 167.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 3h 33m highway drive covering 167.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 57 and US 64. The longest continuous stretch is about 55 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 21 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 55 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and US 64. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 5.9 miles in.
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 167.9 miles you will encounter 11 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 5.9 miles: Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 26.7 miles (I 30; US 67): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 31.7 miles (US 67; US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
5.9 mi into trip|~10m in
Turn sharp left
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
4
26.7 mi into trip|~34m in|I 30; US 67
Keep slight left at fork onto I 30; US 67
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
7
31.7 mi into trip|~40m in|US 67; US 167
Keep slight right at fork onto US 67; US 167 toward I 40 East, US 67 North, US 167 North: Jacksonville, Memphis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 143B
Toward I 40 East, US 67 North, US 167 North: Ja...
7
33.3 mi into trip|~42m in|I 57; US 167
Keep slight left at fork onto I 57; US 167 toward Saint Louis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward Saint Louis
5
88.2 mi into trip|~1h 38m in|US 64; US 167
Take the exit onto US 64; US 167 toward US 64 East, US 67 North: Bald Knob, Batesville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 64 East, US 67 North: Bald Knob, Bate...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Kentucky, AR and Cherokee Village, AR, road signs point toward Memphis, Saint Louis and Batesville.
Memphis
31.7 mi in|~40m|via US 67; US 167
Saint Louis
33.3 mi in|~42m|via I 57; US 167
Batesville
88.2 mi in|~1h 38m|via US 64; US 167
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 57
55 mi
56m
US 64
33.3 mi
45m
I 30
25.3 mi
28m
South Saint Louis Street
14.4 mi
22m
Ash Flat Drive
11.9 mi
17m
South Main Street
11.6 mi
17m
T & C Boulevard
7.5 mi
8m
Old Hot Springs Highway
5.5 mi
9m
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 55 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kentucky, AR and Cherokee Village, AR.
1
Start on AR 5
5.5 mi·9 min·Old Hot Springs Highway
2
Continue on AR 35
0.4 mi·48 sec·AR 35
3
Turn sharp left
0.1 mi·26 sec
4
Turn straight onto AR 5
0.3 mi·29 sec·I-30 Frontage Road
5
Take the ramp
516 ft·12 sec
6
Merge onto I 30; US 67; US 70
20 mi·22 min·I 30; US 67; US 70
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 30; US 67
0.7 mi·49 sec·I 30; US 67
8
Continue on I 30; US 65; US 67; US 167
4.2 mi·5 min·I 30; US 65; US 67; US 167
9
Keep slight right at fork onto US 67; US 167
1.6 mi·2 min·US 67; US 167
Exit 143BToward I 40 East, US 67 North, US 167 North: Jacksonville, Memphis
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 57; US 167
28 mi·29 min·I 57; US 167
Toward Saint LouisUse the slight left lane.
11
Continue on I 57; US 64; US 167
27 mi·26 min·I 57; US 64; US 167
12
Take the exit onto US 64; US 167
0.3 mi·45 sec·US 64; US 167
Toward US 64 East, US 67 North: Bald Knob, Batesville
13
Turn left onto US 64; US 167
33 mi·44 min·US 64; US 167
14
Continue on US 167; AR 25
14 mi·22 min·South Saint Louis Street
15
Continue on US 167
12 mi·17 min·South Main Street
16
Continue on US 167
12 mi·17 min·Ash Flat Drive
17
Continue on US 62; US 412
7.5 mi·8 min·T & C Boulevard
18
Turn left onto Pontiac Drive
0.6 mi·2 min·Pontiac Drive
19
Turn right onto Hiawatha Drive
0.3 mi·1 min·Hiawatha Drive
20
Turn right onto Sequoyah Ridge Road
151 ft·6 sec·Sequoyah Ridge Road
21
Arrive at destination
Sequoyah Ridge Road
Trip Plan
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 84 miles from Kentucky, AR, or about 1h 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55 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 37 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 84 miles or 1h 34m 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 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cherokee Village, 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 167.9 miles and 3h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 miles from Kentucky, 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 55 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 84 mi from Kentucky, AR
· 1h 34m into the drive
The midpoint is around 84 miles from Kentucky, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cherokee Village, AR
The final approach into Cherokee Village, 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 Cherokee Village, AR.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Nearby Places
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Top Restaurant
Carol's Lakeview Restaurant
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Cherokee Village, Arkansas
Near the end, right off the route
0.9 mi from route
~2 min detour
$10 to $20
mile 167.9
Hours: 8 am–7 pm
+18702573595
The Purple Cow Restaurant (North Little Rock)
4.2
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
North Little Rock, Arkansas
1.4 mi
Carol's Lakeview Restaurant
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, right off the route
0.9 mi from route
~2 min detour
$10 to $20
mile 167.9
Cherokee Village, Arkansas
Hours: 8 am–7 pm
+18702573595
The Purple Cow Restaurant (North Little Rock)
4.2
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
Early in the drive, short detour
1.4 mi from route
~4 min detour
$10 to $20
mile 36
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.36 one way
$50.71 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg59 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$27.84
$55.67
premium
$4.56
$30.14
$60.27
diesel
$5.61
$37.07
$74.14
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 58.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
2 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: fair
Red E Charging Station
Batesville, Arkansas
Other
1 DCFC
Red E Charging Station
Ash Flat, Arkansas
Other
1 DCFC
Other: 2
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
50.4
0
$17.63
$8.06
Efficient EV
42
0
$14.69
$6.72
EV Truck/SUV
67.2
0
$23.51
$10.75
Gas CO2
59 kg
EV CO2
20 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 17, 2026
Origin
Kentucky, AR
Evening
in Kentucky on Friday
Local time
5:32 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Cherokee Village, AR
Evening
in Cherokee Village on Friday
Local time
5:32 PM
CDT
Current temp
87°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SSW 10 mph27% chanceLive forecast
77°F
Bryant, AR
84 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
11 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 33m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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 Cherokee Village, AR covers 167.9 miles and takes about 3h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 57, US 64, I 30. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 84 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 $25.36 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 167.9 miles you will encounter 11 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 5.9 miles: Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 26.7 miles (I 30; US 67): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 31.7 miles (US 67; US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Kentucky, AR and Cherokee Village, AR, road signs point toward Memphis, Saint Louis and Batesville.
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.
