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Trip from Kentucky, AR to Tuckerman, AR

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

2h 25m

Distance

127.3 mi

205 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$19

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 30 min
4 AM
2h 16m ★
6 AM
2h 26m
8 AM
2h 46m
10 AM
2h 33m
12 PM
2h 31m
3 PM
2h 34m
5 PM
2h 45m
8 PM
2h 20m

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

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Downtown Kentucky, AR, AR

Kentucky, AR

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Tuckerman, AR

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Trip Overview

The drive from Kentucky, AR to Tuckerman, AR covers 127.3 miles and takes about 2h 25m 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, AR 367 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 85.5 miles on I 57. At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.23 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.

Midpoint

63.6 miles from Kentucky, AR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 14m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 25m. Total distance: 127.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 2h 25m highway drive covering 127.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 57 and I 30. The longest continuous stretch is about 85.5 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 16 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 85.5 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 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 5.9 miles in.

Driving Effort 5/10

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 127.3 miles you will encounter 10 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 10 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
118.7 mi into trip | ~2h 10m in

Take the exit toward AR 18: Newport, Grubbs

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward AR 18: Newport, Grubbs

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 Tuckerman, AR, road signs point toward Memphis, Saint Louis and Grubbs.

Memphis

31.7 mi in | ~40m | via US 67; US 167

Saint Louis

33.3 mi in | ~42m | via I 57; US 167

Grubbs

118.7 mi in | ~2h 10m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 57 85.5 mi 1h 27m
I 30 25.3 mi 28m
AR 367 7.3 mi 12m
Old Hot Springs Highway 5.5 mi 9m
US 67 1.6 mi 2m
Air Base Road 0.9 mi 1m
AR 35 0.4 mi <1m
I-30 Frontage Road 0.3 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 57 — 85.5 mi, about 1h 27m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Kentucky, AR and Tuckerman, 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 143B Toward 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 Louis Use the slight left lane.
11

Continue on I 57; US 64; US 167

57 mi · 58 min · I 57; US 64; US 167
12

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 46 sec
Toward AR 18: Newport, Grubbs
13

Turn left onto AR 18

0.9 mi · 1 min · Air Base Road
14

Turn right onto AR 367

7.3 mi · 12 min · AR 367
15

Turn right onto East Main Street

294 ft · 12 sec · East Main Street
16

Arrive at destination

East Main Street

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 63.6 miles from Kentucky, AR, or about 1h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 85.5 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 28 miles or 35m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 63.6 miles or 1h 14m 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 55m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tuckerman, 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 127.3 miles and 2h 25m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Kentucky, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 57 for about 85.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 63.6 mi from Kentucky, AR · 1h 14m into the drive

Downtown Sherwood, AR, AR

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Sherwood, AR

64 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

Conway, AR

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Conway, AR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 63.6 miles from Kentucky, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Tuckerman, AR

The final approach into Tuckerman, 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 Tuckerman, AR.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Hot Springs National Park

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
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$19.23 one way

$38.45 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 45 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.21 $21.10 $42.21
premium $4.56 $22.85 $45.70
diesel $5.61 $28.11 $56.21

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$19

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$44–$69

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 44.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 38.2 0 $13.37 $6.11
Efficient EV 31.8 0 $11.14 $5.09
EV Truck/SUV 50.9 0 $17.82 $8.15

Gas CO2

45 kg

EV CO2

15 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

Kentucky, AR

Evening in Kentucky on Thursday

Local time

5:22 PM

CDT

Current temp

76°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Tuckerman, AR

Evening in Tuckerman on Thursday

Local time

5:22 PM

CDT

Current temp

77°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

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 25m 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 Tuckerman, AR covers 127.3 miles and takes about 2h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 57, I 30, AR 367. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 63.6 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 $19.23 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 127.3 miles you will encounter 10 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 Tuckerman, AR, road signs point toward Memphis, Saint Louis and Grubbs.

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