Origin
Mountainburg, AR
Late night in Mountainburg on Wednesday
Local time
2:35 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mountainburg, AR to Pleasant Hill, AR
Data updated 5 hours ago
Drive Time
28m
Distance
24.8 mi
40 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 26m
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6 AM
0h 29m
8 AM
0h 34m
10 AM
0h 30m
12 PM
0h 30m
3 PM
0h 31m
5 PM
0h 33m
8 PM
0h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
The drive from Mountainburg, AR to Pleasant Hill, AR covers 24.8 miles and takes about 28m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 40, I 49, State Highway 282 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 11 miles on I 40. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.75 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
12.4 miles from Mountainburg, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 14m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 28m highway drive covering 24.8 miles, with most of the trip on I 40 and I 49. The longest continuous stretch is about 11 miles on I 40.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 40 is the longest continuous segment at about 11 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and I 49. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near AR 282 / State Highway 282.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 8 significant decision points across 24.8 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (AR 282 / State Highway 282): Navigation decision point; at 2.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 12.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.8 mi into trip
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~1m in
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AR 282 / State Highway 282
Turn right onto AR 282 / State Highway 282
Navigation decision point
4
2.9 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
6
12.4 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 40 East: Alma, Little Rock
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 40 East: Alma, Little Rock
4
24 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Take the exit toward AR 215: Mulberry
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward AR 215: Mulberry
4
24.4 mi into trip
|
~27m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
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 Mountainburg, AR to Pleasant Hill, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Little Rock along the way.
Little Rock
12.4 mi in
|
~14m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 11 mi | 11m |
| I 49 | 9.2 mi | 9m |
| State Highway 282 | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| US 71 | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Dollard Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Pleasant Hill Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 11 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mountainburg, AR and Pleasant Hill, AR.
1
Start on US 71
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
US 71
2
Turn right onto AR 282
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
State Highway 282
3
Turn straight onto AR 282S
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Dollard Road
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
5
Merge onto I 49
9.2 mi
·
9 min
·
I 49
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
49 sec
Toward I 40 East: Alma, Little Rock
7
Merge onto I 40; US 71
11 mi
·
11 min
·
I 40; US 71
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward AR 215: Mulberry
9
Keep slight right at fork
165 ft
·
4 sec
10
Turn slight right onto AR 215
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
North Main Street
11
Turn left onto Pleasant Hill Road
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
Pleasant Hill Road
12
Arrive at destination
Pleasant Hill Road
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 12.4 miles from Mountainburg, AR, or about 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 11 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 24.8 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 12.4 miles or 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 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pleasant Hill, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Mountainburg, 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 Mountainburg, AR
This is one driving day of about 24.8 miles and 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Mountainburg, 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 I 40 for about 11 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 12.4 mi from Mountainburg, AR · 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
12 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 24.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 12.4 miles from Mountainburg, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Pleasant Hill, AR
The final approach into Pleasant Hill, 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 Pleasant Hill, 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
$3.75 one way
$7.49 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $4.11 | $8.22 |
| premium | $4.56 | $4.45 | $8.90 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.48 | $10.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.4 | 0 | $2.60 | $1.19 |
| Efficient EV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.17 | $0.99 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.47 | $1.59 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Pleasant Hill, AR
Late night in Pleasant Hill on Wednesday
Local time
2:35 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
63°F
Garland, TX
12 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
28m 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 Mountainburg, AR to Pleasant Hill, AR covers 24.8 miles and takes about 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, I 49, State Highway 282. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12.4 miles from Mountainburg, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.75 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 demanding drive. With 8 significant decision points across 24.8 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (AR 282 / State Highway 282): Navigation decision point; at 2.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 12.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Mountainburg, AR to Pleasant Hill, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Little Rock along the way.
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