Origin
Kentucky, AR
Late night in Kentucky on Wednesday
Local time
5:34 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Kentucky, AR to Fairfield Bay, AR
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Drive Time
2h 29m
Distance
109.2 mi
176 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 19m
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6 AM
2h 29m
8 AM
2h 49m
10 AM
2h 36m
12 PM
2h 34m
3 PM
2h 37m
5 PM
2h 48m
8 PM
2h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kentucky, AR
Owen.outdoors
Fairfield Bay, AR
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Trip Overview
The drive from Kentucky, AR to Fairfield Bay, AR covers 109.2 miles and takes about 2h 29m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US Highway 65, I 40, US 70 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 23.1 miles on US Highway 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $16.49 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
54.6 miles from Kentucky, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 4m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 2h 29m highway drive covering 109.2 miles, with most of the trip on US Highway 65 and I 40. The longest continuous stretch is about 23.1 miles on US Highway 65.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US Highway 65 is the longest continuous segment at about 23.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 65 and I 40. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 5.9 miles in.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 29m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5.9 miles: Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 18.1 miles (US 70): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 31.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
5.9 mi into trip
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~10m in
Turn sharp left
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
8
18.1 mi into trip
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~24m in
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US 70
Take the exit onto US 70 toward I 430 North, US 70: Fort Smith
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 129
Toward I 430 North, US 70: Fort Smith
7
31.2 mi into trip
|
~39m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 40 West: Fort Smith, Oklahoma City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 13B
Toward I 40 West: Fort Smith, Oklahoma City
5
31.9 mi into trip
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~40m in
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I 40; US 65
Merge onto I 40; US 65
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
53.5 mi into trip
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~1h 2m in
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US 65
Take the exit onto US 65 toward US 65 North, US 65B South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 65 North, US 65B South
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 Kentucky, AR to Fairfield Bay, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Oklahoma City along the way.
Oklahoma City
31.2 mi in
|
~39m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 65 | 23.1 mi | 31m |
| I 40 | 21.7 mi | 21m |
| US 70 | 13.1 mi | 15m |
| South Broadview Street | 11.8 mi | 16m |
| I 30 | 11.7 mi | 12m |
| AR 9 | 9.6 mi | 16m |
| Old Hot Springs Highway | 5.5 mi | 9m |
| AR 16 | 4.6 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
US Highway 65
— 23.1 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kentucky, AR and Fairfield Bay, 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
12 mi
·
12 min
·
I 30; US 67; US 70
7
Take the exit onto US 70
13 mi
·
15 min
·
US 70
Exit 129
Toward I 430 North, US 70: Fort Smith
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 13B
Toward I 40 West: Fort Smith, Oklahoma City
9
Merge onto I 40; US 65
22 mi
·
21 min
·
I 40; US 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit onto US 65
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
US 65
Toward US 65 North, US 65B South
11
Merge onto US 65
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Skyline Drive
12
Continue on US 65
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
US Highway 65
13
Continue on US 65
12 mi
·
16 min
·
South Broadview Street
14
Continue on US 65
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US Highway 65
15
Continue on US 65
0.7 mi
·
56 sec
·
North Broadview Street
16
Continue on US 65
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
South Broadway
17
Continue on US 65; Hwy 124
18 mi
·
25 min
·
US Highway 65
18
Continue on US 65; AR 9; AR 16
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
US 65; AR 9; AR 16
19
Continue on AR 9; AR 16
9.6 mi
·
16 min
·
AR 9; AR 16
20
Turn right onto AR 16
4.6 mi
·
8 min
·
AR 16
21
Turn right onto Dave Creek Parkway
3.0 mi
·
7 min
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Dave Creek Parkway
22
Arrive at destination
Dave Creek Parkway
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 54.6 miles from Kentucky, AR, or about 1h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 23.1 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 80 miles or 1h 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 54.6 miles or 1h 4m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fairfield Bay, 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 109.2 miles and 2h 29m.
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.
The longest stretch is on US Highway 65 for about 23.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 54.6 mi from Kentucky, AR · 1h 4m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
55 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 54.6 miles from Kentucky, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Fairfield Bay, AR
The final approach into Fairfield Bay, 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 Fairfield Bay, 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
$16.49 one way
$32.98 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
38 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $18.10 | $36.21 |
| premium | $4.56 | $19.60 | $39.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.11 | $48.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32.8 | 0 | $11.47 | $5.24 |
| Efficient EV | 27.3 | 0 | $9.56 | $4.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 43.7 | 0 | $15.29 | $6.99 |
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 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.
Destination
Fairfield Bay, AR
Late night in Fairfield Bay on Wednesday
Local time
5:34 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
76°F
Haskell, AR
55 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 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 29m 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 Fairfield Bay, AR covers 109.2 miles and takes about 2h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US Highway 65, I 40, US 70. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 54.6 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 $16.49 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.
This is a straightforward 2h 29m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.9 miles: Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 18.1 miles (US 70): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 31.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Kentucky, AR to Fairfield Bay, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Oklahoma City along the way.
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