Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 33m
Distance
61.9 mi
100 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Eudora, AR
Matheus Bertelli
The drive from Tennessee, AR to Eudora, AR covers 61.9 miles and takes about 1h 33m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 65, AR 35, US 278 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 31.3 miles on US 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.35 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
31 miles from Tennessee, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .
This is a 1h 33m highway drive covering 61.9 miles, with most of the trip on US 65 and AR 35. The longest continuous stretch is about 31.3 miles on US 65.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 65 and AR 35. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near US 278.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Tennessee, AR to Eudora, AR is easy. At 1h 33m with 97% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 278): Navigation decision point; at 5.5 miles (AR 35): Navigation decision point; at 28.4 miles (US 165): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto US 278
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto AR 35
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto US 165
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto AR 35
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto AR 159 / South Main Street
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 65 | 31.3 mi | 40m |
| AR 35 | 24.7 mi | 43m |
| US 278 | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| East McCloy Avenue | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Tennessee Spur Road | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| East Armstrong Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Gaines Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Tennessee, AR and Eudora, AR.
Start on Tennessee Spur Road
Turn right onto US 278
Continue on US 278
Turn straight onto US 278
Turn right onto AR 35
Continue on AR 35
Turn left onto US 165
Turn right onto AR 35
Turn right onto US 65; US 278
Continue on US 65; US 82; US 278
Turn right onto US 65
Turn right onto AR 8
Turn left onto AR 159
Arrive at destination
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.
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 14 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 31 miles or 53m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Eudora, AR than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Tennessee, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Tennessee, AR
This is one driving day of about 61.9 miles and 1h 33m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31 mi from Tennessee, AR · 53m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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.
A short stop after about 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 31 miles from Tennessee, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Eudora, 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.
Regular Gas
$9.35 one way
$18.70 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $10.26 | $20.52 |
| premium | $4.56 | $11.11 | $22.22 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.67 | $27.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.50 | $2.97 |
| Efficient EV | 15.5 | 0 | $5.42 | $2.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.8 | 0 | $8.67 | $3.96 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Tennessee on Wednesday
Local time
10:10 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Mostly Clear
Destination
Night in Eudora on Wednesday
Local time
10:10 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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