Origin
McCrory, AR
Late night in McCrory on Saturday
Local time
4:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from McCrory, AR to Barson, AR
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
26m
Distance
17.3 mi
28 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 24m
★
6 AM
0h 27m
8 AM
0h 31m
10 AM
0h 28m
12 PM
0h 28m
3 PM
0h 28m
5 PM
0h 31m
8 PM
0h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
McCrory, AR
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Barson, AR
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Trip Overview
McCrory to Barson is 17.3 miles and takes about 26 minutes via US 49 and US 64, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within Arkansas, connecting two points in the Southeast region. Expect a straightforward drive focused on main highways, making it an easy, quick transit. It's perfect for a quick connection or a segment of a larger journey without significant time commitment. The drive is primarily on well-maintained roadways, ensuring a smooth passage.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 26m. Total distance: 17.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This route is heavily highway-focused, with 81% of the drive taking place on major roads like US 49 and US 64. You'll experience a consistent driving pace for much of the journey, with the longest uninterrupted stretch being 7.4 miles on US 49. The road character remains largely consistent, prioritizing efficient travel over varied scenery. Expect a practical, direct connection between your starting and ending points.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 5 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 49 is the longest continuous segment at about 7.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 49 and US 64. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 3.2 miles in near US 64.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from McCrory, AR to Barson, AR is easy. At 26m with 81% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.2 miles (US 64): Navigation decision point; at 9.9 miles (US 49; US 63): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
2 of 2 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
3.2 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
US 64
At end of road, turn right onto US 64
Navigation decision point
4
9.9 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
US 49; US 63
Turn right onto US 49; US 63
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 49 | 7.4 mi | 10m |
| US 64 | 6.7 mi | 9m |
| Raney Avenue | 3 mi | 5m |
| Edmonds Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 49
— 7.4 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between McCrory, AR and Barson, AR.
1
Start on AR 145
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Edmonds Avenue
2
Turn slight left onto US 64B
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Raney Avenue
3
At end of road, turn right onto US 64
6.7 mi
·
9 min
·
US 64
4
Turn right onto US 49; US 63
7.4 mi
·
10 min
·
US 49; US 63
5
Arrive at destination
US 49; US 63
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.61 one way
$5.23 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $2.87 | $5.74 |
| premium | $4.56 | $3.11 | $6.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.82 | $7.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.2 | 0 | $1.82 | $0.83 |
| Efficient EV | 4.3 | 0 | $1.51 | $0.69 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.9 | 0 | $2.42 | $1.11 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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.
Destination
Barson, AR
Late night in Barson on Saturday
Local time
4:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°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
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
26m 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 McCrory, AR to Barson, AR covers 17.3 miles and takes about 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 49, US 64, Raney Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.6 miles from McCrory, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.61 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 McCrory, AR to Barson, AR is easy. At 26m with 81% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.2 miles (US 64): Navigation decision point; at 9.9 miles (US 49; US 63): Navigation decision point.
The route from McCrory, AR to Barson, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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