Origin
Portland, AR
Late night in Portland on Wednesday
Local time
12:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Portland, AR to Promised Land, AR
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
34m
Distance
18.9 mi
30 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great 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 32m
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6 AM
0h 35m
8 AM
0h 41m
10 AM
0h 37m
12 PM
0h 36m
3 PM
0h 37m
5 PM
0h 40m
8 PM
0h 33m
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 Portland, AR to Promised Land, AR covers 18.9 miles and takes about 34m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 82, AR 160, Mount Pleasant Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 8.7 miles on US 82. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.85 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
9.5 miles from Portland, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 15m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 34m highway drive covering 18.9 miles, with most of the trip on US 82 and AR 160. The longest continuous stretch is about 8.7 miles on US 82.
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.
US 82 is the longest continuous segment at about 8.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 82 and AR 160. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in near AR 160 / Mount Pleasant Road.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 34m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles (AR 160 / Mount Pleasant Road): Navigation decision point; at 5.5 miles (AR 160): Navigation decision point; at 7.2 miles (US 82): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
1.5 mi into trip
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~2m in
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AR 160 / Mount Pleasant Road
Turn right onto AR 160 / Mount Pleasant Road
Navigation decision point
4
5.5 mi into trip
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~9m in
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AR 160
Turn right onto AR 160
Navigation decision point
4
7.2 mi into trip
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~13m in
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US 82
Turn left onto US 82
Navigation decision point
4
16.8 mi into trip
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~26m in
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Ashley Road 129
Turn right onto Ashley Road 129
Navigation decision point
4
17.8 mi into trip
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~30m in
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Ashley Road 70
Turn right onto Ashley Road 70
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 82 | 8.7 mi | 9m |
| AR 160 | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| Mount Pleasant Road | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| Mt Pleasant Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| 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 |
Longest stretch:
US 82
— 8.7 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Portland, AR and Promised Land, AR.
1
Start on North Main Street
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
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North Main Street
2
Turn right onto AR 160
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
AR 160
3
Turn right onto AR 160
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Mount Pleasant Road
4
Continue on AR 160
1.6 mi
·
2 min
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Mt Pleasant Road
5
Turn right onto AR 160
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
AR 160
6
Turn left onto US 82
8.7 mi
·
9 min
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US 82
7
Turn slight right onto County Road 68
0.9 mi
·
3 min
·
County Road 68
8
Turn right onto Ashley Road 129
0.7 mi
·
2 min
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Ashley Road 129
9
Continue on 129
0.3 mi
·
1 min
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129
10
Turn right onto Ashley Road 70
0.7 mi
·
2 min
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Ashley Road 70
11
At end of road, turn right onto Ashley Road 70
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Ashley Road 70
12
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 9.5 miles from Portland, AR, or about 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 8.7 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 18.9 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 9.5 miles or 15m 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 Promised Land, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Portland, 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 Portland, AR
This is one driving day of about 18.9 miles and 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Portland, 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 82 for about 8.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 9.5 mi from Portland, AR · 15m 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 18.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 9.5 miles from Portland, 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
$2.85 one way
$5.71 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $3.13 | $6.27 |
| premium | $4.56 | $3.39 | $6.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.17 | $8.35 |
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: 6.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.7 | 0 | $1.98 | $0.91 |
| Efficient EV | 4.7 | 0 | $1.65 | $0.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.65 | $1.21 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
12:54 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
34m 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 Portland, AR to Promised Land, AR covers 18.9 miles and takes about 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 82, AR 160, Mount Pleasant Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 9.5 miles from Portland, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.85 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 34m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles (AR 160 / Mount Pleasant Road): Navigation decision point; at 5.5 miles (AR 160): Navigation decision point; at 7.2 miles (US 82): Navigation decision point.
The route from Portland, AR to Promised Land, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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