Origin
Montrose, AR
Late night in Montrose on Wednesday
Local time
12:52 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Montrose, AR to Promised Land, AR
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
29m
Distance
17.6 mi
28 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 27m
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6 AM
0h 29m
8 AM
0h 34m
10 AM
0h 31m
12 PM
0h 30m
3 PM
0h 31m
5 PM
0h 34m
8 PM
0h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Promised Land, AR
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Trip Overview
The drive from Montrose, AR to Promised Land, AR covers 17.6 miles and takes about 29m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 82B, Ashley Road 70, County Road 68 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 14.5 miles on US 82B. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.66 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
8.8 miles from Montrose, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 10m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 29m highway drive covering 17.6 miles, with most of the trip on US 82B and Ashley Road 70. The longest continuous stretch is about 14.5 miles on US 82B.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 82B is the longest continuous segment at about 14.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 82B and Ashley Road 70. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 82B.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 29m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 82B): Navigation decision point; at 15.5 miles (Ashley Road 129): Navigation decision point; at 16.5 miles (Ashley Road 70): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip
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US 82B
Turn left onto US 82B
Navigation decision point
4
15.5 mi into trip
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~20m in
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Ashley Road 129
Turn right onto Ashley Road 129
Navigation decision point
4
16.5 mi into trip
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~24m in
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Ashley Road 70
Turn right onto Ashley Road 70
Navigation decision point
4
17.2 mi into trip
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~27m in
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Ashley Road 70
At end of road, turn right onto Ashley Road 70
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 82B | 14.5 mi | 17m |
| Ashley Road 70 | 1.1 mi | 4m |
| County Road 68 | 0.9 mi | 3m |
| Ashley Road 129 | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| 129 | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| US 165 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 82B
— 14.5 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montrose, AR and Promised Land, AR.
1
Start on US 165
98 ft
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6 sec
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US 165
2
Turn left onto US 82B
15 mi
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17 min
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US 82B
3
Turn slight right onto County Road 68
0.9 mi
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3 min
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County Road 68
4
Turn right onto Ashley Road 129
0.7 mi
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2 min
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Ashley Road 129
5
Continue on 129
0.3 mi
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1 min
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129
6
Turn right onto Ashley Road 70
0.7 mi
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2 min
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Ashley Road 70
7
At end of road, turn right onto Ashley Road 70
0.4 mi
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1 min
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Ashley Road 70
8
Arrive at destination
Ashley Road 70
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 8.8 miles from Montrose, AR, or about 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 14.5 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 17.6 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.8 miles or 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Promised Land, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Montrose, 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 Montrose, AR
This is one driving day of about 17.6 miles and 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Montrose, 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 82B for about 14.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.8 mi from Montrose, AR · 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
9 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 17.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 8.8 miles from Montrose, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Promised Land, AR
The final approach into Promised Land, 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 Promised Land, 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
$2.66 one way
$5.32 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $2.92 | $5.84 |
| premium | $4.56 | $3.16 | $6.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.89 | $7.77 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.2 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 | 5.3 | 0 | $1.85 | $0.84 |
| Efficient EV | 4.4 | 0 | $1.54 | $0.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7 | 0 | $2.46 | $1.13 |
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
Promised Land, AR
Late night in Promised Land on Wednesday
Local time
12:52 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°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
14 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
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 Montrose, AR to Promised Land, AR covers 17.6 miles and takes about 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 82B, Ashley Road 70, County Road 68. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.8 miles from Montrose, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.66 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 29m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 82B): Navigation decision point; at 15.5 miles (Ashley Road 129): Navigation decision point; at 16.5 miles (Ashley Road 70): Navigation decision point.
The route from Montrose, AR to Promised Land, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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