Origin
Tennessee, AR
Evening in Tennessee on Friday
Local time
6:18 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tennessee, AR to Glenwood, AR
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 6m
Distance
149.1 mi
240 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 55m
★
6 AM
3h 7m
8 AM
3h 30m
10 AM
3h 15m
12 PM
3h 13m
3 PM
3h 16m
5 PM
3h 29m
8 PM
3h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Glenwood, AR
Andrea Piacquadio
Trip Overview
Tennessee, AR to Glenwood, AR is 149.1 miles and takes about 3h 6m via Sheridan Road and US 70, with a fuel budget near $23 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip takes you through the Southeast region of Arkansas, staying within the state. It's a straightforward, single-day journey, primarily on highways, making it an efficient way to travel between these two points. You can expect a fairly direct drive with minimal detours needed. Consider this route if you need a quick and uncomplicated trip across Arkansas.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
74.5 miles from Tennessee, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 30m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 6m. Total distance: 149.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Drive Character
This is a highway-focused drive, with 67% of the journey utilizing major roadways. You'll encounter stretches like Sheridan Road, where you'll be on a single road for as long as 31.8 miles, offering a consistent driving experience. The route balances faster highway segments with potentially more local road driving as you approach your destination. Expect a predominantly road-based journey rather than a winding, scenic byway. It’s built for covering ground efficiently.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Sheridan Road is the longest continuous segment at about 31.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Sheridan Road and Highway 530. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near US 278.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 149.1 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 278): Navigation decision point; at 43.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 54.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 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
6
43.9 mi into trip
|
~54m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 530 North, US 65 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 530 North, US 65 North
5
54.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
54.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
|
US 270 / Sheridan Road
Turn left onto US 270 / Sheridan Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
98.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 58m in
|
US 270
Take the exit onto US 270
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Sheridan Road | 31.8 mi | 37m |
| Highway 530 | 23.4 mi | 27m |
| US 70 | 21.7 mi | 32m |
| US 425 | 15.8 mi | 20m |
| US 270 | 14.6 mi | 18m |
| US Highway 270 | 12.4 mi | 14m |
| Wiley A Branton Sr Highway | 9.7 mi | 11m |
| Doctor Martin Luther King, Junior Expressway | 7.4 mi | 7m |
Longest stretch:
Sheridan Road
— 31.8 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tennessee, AR and Glenwood, 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 left at fork
0.6 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 530 North, US 65 North
7
Merge onto I 530; US 63; US 65; US 79
9.7 mi
·
11 min
·
Wiley A Branton Sr Highway
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
9
Keep slight left at fork
300 ft
·
11 sec
10
Turn left onto US 270
32 mi
·
37 min
·
Sheridan Road
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on US 270
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
East 3rd Street
12
Continue on US 270
12 mi
·
14 min
·
US Highway 270
13
Take the exit onto US 270
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
US 270
14
Take the exit onto US 270
13 mi
·
15 min
·
US 270
Toward US 270 West: Hot Springs
15
Take the exit onto US 270
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
US 270
16
Merge onto US 70; US 270
7.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Doctor Martin Luther King, Junior Expressway
17
Take the exit onto US 70
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
US 70
18
Turn left onto US 70
5.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Airport Road
19
Continue on US 70
21 mi
·
31 min
·
US 70
20
Turn right onto US 70B
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Broadway Street
21
Turn right onto North 2nd Street
91 ft
·
4 sec
·
North 2nd Street
22
Arrive at destination
North 2nd Street
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour duration, this route is easily manageable in a single day. Aim for a morning departure to allow for flexibility and the possibility of an early arrival in Glenwood. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost estimated at $23, you won't need extensive planning for amenities. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before embarking on the longest stretch of 31.8 miles on Sheridan Road, as services can sometimes be spaced out on highway routes. The relative ease of this drive means you can focus on enjoying the journey rather than stressing about logistics.
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 74.5 miles from Tennessee, AR, or about 1h 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 31.8 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 33 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 74.5 miles or 1h 30m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Glenwood, 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 149.1 miles and 3h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 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 Sheridan Road for about 31.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 74.5 mi from Tennessee, AR · 1h 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
75 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 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 74.5 miles from Tennessee, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Glenwood, AR
The final approach into Glenwood, 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 Glenwood, 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
$22.52 one way
$45.04 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $24.72 | $49.44 |
| premium | $4.56 | $26.76 | $53.52 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.92 | $65.84 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.7 | 0 | $15.66 | $7.16 |
| Efficient EV | 37.3 | 0 | $13.05 | $5.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 59.6 | 0 | $20.87 | $9.54 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 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
Glenwood, AR
Evening in Glenwood on Friday
Local time
6:18 PM
CDT
Current temp
72°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
5 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
3h 6m 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 Tennessee, AR to Glenwood, AR covers 149.1 miles and takes about 3h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Sheridan Road, Highway 530, US 70. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 74.5 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 $22.52 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 149.1 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 278): Navigation decision point; at 43.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 54.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Tennessee, AR to Glenwood, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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