Origin
Pine Bluff, AR
Night in Pine Bluff on Wednesday
Local time
9:46 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pine Bluff, AR to Rison, AR
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
39m
Distance
25.1 mi
40 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 36m
★
6 AM
0h 39m
8 AM
0h 46m
10 AM
0h 42m
12 PM
0h 41m
3 PM
0h 42m
5 PM
0h 46m
8 PM
0h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pine Bluff, AR
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Rison, AR
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Trip Overview
The drive from Pine Bluff, AR to Rison, AR covers 25.1 miles and takes about 39m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Camden Road, South Main Street, Miramar Drive for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 20.7 miles on South Camden Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.79 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
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
12.6 miles from Pine Bluff, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 20m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 39m drive with frequent turns across 25.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Camden Road is the longest continuous segment at about 20.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in near US 63B / West Harding Avenue.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Pine Bluff, AR to Rison, AR is easy. At 39m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles (US 63B / West Harding Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 24.3 miles (AR 35 / Magnolia Street): 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
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
US 63B / West Harding Avenue
Turn right onto US 63B / West Harding Avenue
Navigation decision point
3
24.3 mi into trip
|
~37m in
|
AR 35 / Magnolia Street
Turn left onto AR 35 / Magnolia Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Camden Road | 20.7 mi | 30m |
| South Main Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Miramar Drive | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Magnolia Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| West 17th Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| West 16th Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| West Harding Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| South Blake Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
South Camden Road
— 20.7 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pine Bluff, AR and Rison, AR.
1
Start on South Main Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
2
Turn right onto US 63B
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
·
West Harding Avenue
3
Continue on West 16th Avenue
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
West 16th Avenue
4
Continue on West 17th Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West 17th Avenue
5
Continue on Miramar Drive
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Miramar Drive
6
Turn straight onto US 79B
302 ft
·
6 sec
·
South Blake Street
7
Continue on US 79B
21 mi
·
30 min
·
South Camden Road
8
Turn left onto AR 35
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Magnolia Street
9
Arrive at destination
AR 133
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 12.6 miles from Pine Bluff, AR, or about 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 20.7 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 25 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 12.6 miles or 20m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Rison, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Pine Bluff, AR.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Pine Bluff, AR
This is one driving day of about 25.1 miles and 39m.
At 25.1 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on South Camden Road for about 20.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 12.6 mi from Pine Bluff, AR · 20m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 12.6 miles from Pine Bluff, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Rison, AR
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Rison, AR if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.79 one way
$7.58 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $4.16 | $8.32 |
| premium | $4.56 | $4.51 | $9.01 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.54 | $11.08 |
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: 8.8 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 | $2.64 | $1.20 |
| Efficient EV | 6.3 | 0 | $2.20 | $1.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10 | 0 | $3.51 | $1.61 |
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
Rison, AR
Night in Rison on Wednesday
Local time
9:46 PM
CDT
Current temp
75°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
39m 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 Pine Bluff, AR to Rison, AR covers 25.1 miles and takes about 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Camden Road, South Main Street, Miramar Drive. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12.6 miles from Pine Bluff, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.79 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 Pine Bluff, AR to Rison, AR is easy. At 39m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles (US 63B / West Harding Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 24.3 miles (AR 35 / Magnolia Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Pine Bluff, AR to Rison, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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