Origin
Okolona, AR
Night in Okolona on Thursday
Local time
10:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Okolona, AR to Alpine, AR
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
43m
Distance
24.9 mi
40 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 40m
★
6 AM
0h 44m
8 AM
0h 51m
10 AM
0h 46m
12 PM
0h 46m
3 PM
0h 47m
5 PM
0h 51m
8 PM
0h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Alpine, AR
Timo Niedermann
Trip Overview
The drive from Okolona, AR to Alpine, AR covers 24.9 miles and takes about 43m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on AR 53, South Main Street, AR 8 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 9.9 miles on AR 53. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.76 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 43m. Total distance: 24.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (65%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 43m highway drive covering 24.9 miles, with most of the trip on AR 53 and South Main Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 9.9 miles on AR 53.
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.
AR 53 is the longest continuous segment at about 9.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on AR 53 and South Main 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 51 / South Main Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Okolona, AR to Alpine, AR is easy. At 43m with 65% 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 51 / South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 8.8 miles (AR 53): Navigation decision point; at 18.6 miles (AR 8): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
3 of 3 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 51 / South Main Street
Turn right onto AR 51 / South Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
8.8 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
AR 53
Turn left onto AR 53
Navigation decision point
4
18.6 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
AR 8
At end of road, turn left onto AR 8
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| AR 53 | 9.9 mi | 17m |
| South Main Street | 8.7 mi | 15m |
| AR 8 | 6.2 mi | 10m |
| AR 182 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
AR 53
— 9.9 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Okolona, AR and Alpine, AR.
1
Start on AR 182
114 ft
·
4 sec
·
AR 182
2
Turn right onto AR 51
8.7 mi
·
15 min
·
South Main Street
3
Turn left onto AR 53
9.9 mi
·
17 min
·
AR 53
4
At end of road, turn left onto AR 8
6.2 mi
·
10 min
·
AR 8
5
Arrive at destination
AR 8
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.76 one way
$7.52 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $4.13 | $8.26 |
| premium | $4.56 | $4.47 | $8.94 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.50 | $11.00 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
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 | 7.5 | 0 | $2.61 | $1.20 |
| Efficient EV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.18 | $1.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10 | 0 | $3.49 | $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
Alpine, AR
Night in Alpine on Thursday
Local time
10:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
72°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
2 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
43m 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 Okolona, AR to Alpine, AR covers 24.9 miles and takes about 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are AR 53, South Main Street, AR 8. 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 Okolona, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.76 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 Okolona, AR to Alpine, AR is easy. At 43m with 65% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (AR 51 / South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 8.8 miles (AR 53): Navigation decision point; at 18.6 miles (AR 8): Navigation decision point.
The route from Okolona, AR to Alpine, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Hot Springs National Park.
Was this helpful?
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·