Origin
Lester, AR
Afternoon in Lester on Thursday
Local time
12:13 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lester, AR to Bono, AR
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
39m
Distance
28.4 mi
46 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 37m
★
6 AM
0h 40m
8 AM
0h 47m
10 AM
0h 42m
12 PM
0h 42m
3 PM
0h 43m
5 PM
0h 46m
8 PM
0h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bono, AR
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Trip Overview
The drive from Lester, AR to Bono, AR covers 28.4 miles and takes about 39m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Joe N Martin Expressway, 1st Street, AR 135 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 11.5 miles on Joe N Martin Expressway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.29 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 39m. Total distance: 28.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (64%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 39m highway drive covering 28.4 miles, with most of the trip on Joe N Martin Expressway and 1st Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 11.5 miles on Joe N Martin Expressway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Joe N Martin Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 11.5 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
387 ft
229 ft
Total Climb
213 ft
Total Descent
181 ft
Highest Point
387 ft
~26.3 mi in
Elevation Range
157 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Joe N Martin Expressway and 1st Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near AR 135.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Lester, AR to Bono, AR is easy. At 39m with 64% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (AR 135): Navigation decision point; at 4.1 miles (US 78; AR 18 / 1st Street): Navigation decision point; at 13.1 miles (US 78; AR 18S / Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
AR 135
Turn left onto AR 135
Navigation decision point
4
4.1 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
US 78; AR 18 / 1st Street
Turn right onto US 78; AR 18 / 1st Street
Navigation decision point
4
13.1 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
US 78; AR 18S / Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive
Turn left onto US 78; AR 18S / Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive
Navigation decision point
5
14.5 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
I 555; US 78 / Joe N Martin Expressway
Merge onto I 555; US 78 / Joe N Martin Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
3
27.3 mi into trip
|
~38m in
|
US 63B
Turn right onto US 63B
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Joe N Martin Expressway | 11.5 mi | 13m |
| 1st Street | 8.9 mi | 13m |
| AR 135 | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| US 63 | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| US 63B | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| US 78 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Craighead 926 Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Joe N Martin Expressway
— 11.5 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lester, AR and Bono, AR.
1
Start on Craighead 926 Road
42 ft
·
7 sec
·
Craighead 926 Road
2
Turn left onto AR 135
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
AR 135
3
Turn right onto US 78; AR 18
8.9 mi
·
13 min
·
1st Street
4
Turn left onto US 78; AR 18S
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive
5
Take the ramp onto US 78
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
US 78
6
Merge onto I 555; US 78
11 mi
·
13 min
·
Joe N Martin Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on US 63
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
US 63
8
Turn right onto US 63B
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
US 63B
9
Arrive at destination
US 63B
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.29 one way
$8.58 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $4.71 | $9.42 |
| premium | $4.56 | $5.10 | $10.19 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.27 | $12.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.5 | 0 | $2.98 | $1.36 |
| Efficient EV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.49 | $1.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.4 | 0 | $3.98 | $1.82 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Bono, AR
Afternoon in Bono on Thursday
Local time
12:13 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
39m 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 Lester, AR to Bono, AR covers 28.4 miles and takes about 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Joe N Martin Expressway, 1st Street, AR 135. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 14.2 miles from Lester, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.29 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 Lester, AR to Bono, AR is easy. At 39m with 64% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (AR 135): Navigation decision point; at 4.1 miles (US 78; AR 18 / 1st Street): Navigation decision point; at 13.1 miles (US 78; AR 18S / Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive): Navigation decision point.
The route from Lester, AR to Bono, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 229 ft to 387 ft elevation with about 213 ft of total climbing.
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