Origin
Pea Ridge, AR
Late night in Pea Ridge on Friday
Local time
1:15 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pea Ridge, AR to Pine Bluff, AR
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
1h 10m
Distance
51.9 mi
84 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 5m
★
6 AM
1h 10m
8 AM
1h 21m
10 AM
1h 14m
12 PM
1h 13m
3 PM
1h 15m
5 PM
1h 21m
8 PM
1h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pea Ridge, AR
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Pine Bluff, AR
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Trip Overview
The drive from Pea Ridge, AR to Pine Bluff, AR covers 51.9 miles and takes about 1h 10m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 65, US 165, AR 1 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 37.4 miles on US 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.84 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 10m. Total distance: 51.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (99%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 10m highway drive covering 51.9 miles, with most of the trip on US 65 and US 165. The longest continuous stretch is about 37.4 miles on US 65.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 65 is the longest continuous segment at about 37.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 65 and US 165. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 10.6 miles in near US 65.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Pea Ridge, AR to Pine Bluff, AR is easy. At 1h 10m with 99% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 10.6 miles (US 65): Navigation decision point; at 48 miles (US 65B): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 51.6 miles (US 63B / Convention Center Drive): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
10.6 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
US 65
Turn right onto US 65
Navigation decision point
3
48 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
|
US 65B
Take the exit onto US 65B
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
4
51.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
|
US 63B / Convention Center Drive
Turn left onto US 63B / Convention Center Drive
Navigation decision point
5
51.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
|
East 2nd Avenue
Turn right onto East 2nd Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
51.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
|
South Main Street
Turn right onto South Main Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 65 | 37.4 mi | 45m |
| US 165 | 7 mi | 10m |
| AR 1 | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| Martha Mitchell Expressway | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| US 65B | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| East 2nd Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Convention Center Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 65
— 37.4 mi, about 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pea Ridge, AR and Pine Bluff, AR.
1
Start on AR 1
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
AR 1
2
Continue on US 165
7.0 mi
·
10 min
·
US 165
3
Turn right onto US 65
37 mi
·
45 min
·
US 65
4
Take the exit onto US 65B
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
US 65B
5
Turn straight onto US 65B
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
US 65B
6
Merge onto US 63; US 79; US 65B
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Martha Mitchell Expressway
7
Turn left onto US 63B
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Convention Center Drive
8
Turn right onto East 2nd Avenue
0.2 mi
·
55 sec
·
East 2nd Avenue
9
Turn right onto South Main Street
46 ft
·
2 sec
·
South Main Street
10
Arrive at destination
South Main Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26 mi from Pea Ridge, AR · 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26 miles from Pea Ridge, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Pine Bluff, AR
The final approach into Pine Bluff, AR usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.84 one way
$15.68 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $8.60 | $17.21 |
| premium | $4.56 | $9.32 | $18.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.46 | $22.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.45 | $2.49 |
| Efficient EV | 13 | 0 | $4.54 | $2.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.8 | 0 | $7.27 | $3.32 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Pine Bluff, AR
Late night in Pine Bluff on Friday
Local time
1:15 AM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SSW 5 mph
22% chance
Live forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued April 16 at 4:25PM CDT until April 16 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Memphis TN
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 16 at 4:20PM CDT until April 16 at 4:45PM CDT by NWS Memphis TN
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
4 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
1h 10m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Pea Ridge, AR to Pine Bluff, AR covers 51.9 miles and takes about 1h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 65, US 165, AR 1. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26 miles from Pea Ridge, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.84 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 Pea Ridge, AR to Pine Bluff, AR is easy. At 1h 10m with 99% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 10.6 miles (US 65): Navigation decision point; at 48 miles (US 65B): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 51.6 miles (US 63B / Convention Center Drive): Navigation decision point.
The route from Pea Ridge, AR to Pine Bluff, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Arkansas Post National Memorial.
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