Origin
Tennessee, AR
Evening in Tennessee on Wednesday
Local time
6:17 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tennessee, AR to Blytheville, AR
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
4h 49m
Distance
245.8 mi
396 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$37
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 36m
★
6 AM
4h 50m
8 AM
5h 17m
10 AM
4h 59m
12 PM
4h 56m
3 PM
5h 0m
5 PM
5h 15m
8 PM
4h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Blytheville, AR
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Trip Overview
The drive from Tennessee, AR to Blytheville, AR covers 245.8 miles and takes about 4h 49m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 40, Blues Highway, US 63 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 83.2 miles on I 40. At current regular gas prices, budget about $37.12 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
122.9 miles from Tennessee, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 42m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 4h 49m highway drive covering 245.8 miles, with most of the trip on I 40 and Blues Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 83.2 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 23 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 83.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and Blues Highway. You will hit about 18 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near US 278.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 245.8 miles you will encounter 18 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 278): Navigation decision point; at 18.7 miles (AR 11 / Highway 11): Navigation decision point; at 43.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 278
Turn right onto US 278
Navigation decision point
4
18.7 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
AR 11 / Highway 11
Turn left onto AR 11 / Highway 11
Navigation decision point
6
43.9 mi into trip
|
~54m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 530 South, US 65 South: Dumas, McGehee, Lake Village
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 530 South, US 65 South: Dumas, McGehee...
5
47.3 mi into trip
|
~58m in
|
US 63; US 79
Enter roundabout onto US 63; US 79
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
186.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 46m in
Take the exit toward I 55 North: Blytheville, Saint Louis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 55 North: Blytheville, Saint Louis
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Tennessee, AR and Blytheville, AR, road signs point toward Mcgehee, Lake Village and Saint Louis.
Mcgehee
43.9 mi in
|
~54m
Lake Village
43.9 mi in
|
~54m
Saint Louis
186.4 mi in
|
~3h 46m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 83.2 mi | 1h 23m |
| Blues Highway | 55.5 mi | 56m |
| US 63 | 36.3 mi | 54m |
| Highway 530 | 23.4 mi | 27m |
| North Buerkle Street | 18.7 mi | 27m |
| US 425 | 15.8 mi | 20m |
| South Division Street | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| US 278 | 2.7 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 83.2 mi, about 1h 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tennessee, AR and Blytheville, AR.
1
Start on Tennessee Spur Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Tennessee Spur Road
2
Turn right onto US 278
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
US 278
3
Turn left onto US 425
16 mi
·
20 min
·
US 425
4
Turn left onto AR 11
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Highway 11
5
Turn right onto AR 530
23 mi
·
27 min
·
Highway 530
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
Toward I 530 South, US 65 South: Dumas, McGehee, Lake Village
7
Merge onto I 530; US 63; US 65; US 79
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Wiley A Branton Sr Highway
8
Keep slight right at fork onto US 63; US 79
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Martha Mitchell Expressway
9
Turn right onto US 63; US 79
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
US 63; US 79
10
Turn straight onto US 63; US 79
302 ft
·
5 sec
·
US 63; US 79
11
Enter roundabout onto US 63; US 79
166 ft
·
2 sec
·
US 63; US 79
12
Continue on US 63; US 79
33 mi
·
50 min
·
US 63; US 79
13
Turn left onto US 63
19 mi
·
27 min
·
North Buerkle Street
14
At end of road, turn left onto US 63; US 70
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East South Front
15
Turn right onto US 63
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
US 63
16
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
17
Merge onto I 40; US 63
83 mi
·
1 hr 23 min
·
I 40; US 63
18
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 55 North: Blytheville, Saint Louis
19
Continue on I 55; US 78
55 mi
·
56 min
·
Blues Highway
20
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward US 61: Blytheville
21
Turn left onto US 61
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
South Division Street
22
Turn left onto US 78; AR 18
46 ft
·
0 sec
·
West Main Street
23
Arrive at destination
US 78; AR 18
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 122.9 miles from Tennessee, AR, or about 2h 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 83.2 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 54 miles or 1h 8m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 122.9 miles or 2h 42m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 2m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Blytheville, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Tennessee, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Tennessee, AR
This is one driving day of about 245.8 miles and 4h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 54 miles from Tennessee, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 83.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 122.9 mi from Tennessee, AR · 2h 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
123 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 54 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 122.9 miles from Tennessee, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 83.2 miles.
Arriving in Blytheville, AR
The final approach into Blytheville, 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 Blytheville, 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
$37.12 one way
$74.24 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
86 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $40.75 | $81.50 |
| premium | $4.56 | $44.12 | $88.24 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $54.27 | $108.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$37
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 86 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 73.7 | 0 | $25.81 | $11.80 |
| Efficient EV | 61.5 | 0 | $21.51 | $9.83 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 98.3 | 1 | $34.41 | $15.73 |
Gas CO2
86 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Blytheville, AR
Evening in Blytheville on Wednesday
Local time
6:17 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°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
4h 49m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Tennessee, AR to Blytheville, AR covers 245.8 miles and takes about 4h 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, Blues Highway, US 63. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 122.9 miles from Tennessee, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $37.12 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 245.8 miles you will encounter 18 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 278): Navigation decision point; at 18.7 miles (AR 11 / Highway 11): Navigation decision point; at 43.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Tennessee, AR and Blytheville, AR, road signs point toward Mcgehee, Lake Village and Saint Louis.
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