Tennessee, AR to Highland, AR is 226 miles and takes about 4h 36m via I 57 and US 64, with a fuel budget near $34 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Arkansas, moving from the Southeast region to another part of the Southeast. It's a straightforward, highway-focused drive, making it a practical choice for a single-day journey. You'll encounter a good amount of highway driving, so expect efficiency over winding scenic byways. Consider this route if you need to get from point A to B without much fuss, with minimal time spent on local roads.
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
113 miles from Tennessee, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 7m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 36m. Total distance: 226 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (68%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 68% of the journey utilizing major roadways like I 57 and US 64. You'll experience stretches where you can maintain a steady pace, including one uninterrupted segment of 55 miles on I 57. While not exclusively interstate, the character leans towards efficient travel on well-maintained highways. Expect a consistent driving experience for the majority of the 226 miles, with the Wiley A Branton Sr Highway offering a slightly different feel as you approach your destination. It's a route designed for covering ground effectively.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 57 is the longest continuous segment at about 55 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and US 64. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 43.9 miles in.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 226 miles you will encounter 15 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 43.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 92.4 miles (US 67; US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 94 miles (I 57; US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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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
7
92.4 mi into trip|~1h 45m in|US 67; US 167
Keep slight right at fork onto US 67; US 167 toward I 40 East, US 67 North, US 167 North: Jacksonville, Memphis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 143B
Toward I 40 East, US 67 North, US 167 North: Ja...
7
94 mi into trip|~1h 48m in|I 57; US 167
Keep slight left at fork onto I 57; US 167 toward Saint Louis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward Saint Louis
5
149 mi into trip|~2h 44m in|US 64; US 167
Take the exit onto US 64; US 167 toward US 64 East, US 67 North: Bald Knob, Batesville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 64 East, US 67 North: Bald Knob, Bate...
5
224.9 mi into trip|~4h 32m in|Rebel Drive
Keep slight left at fork onto Rebel Drive
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
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 Highland, AR, road signs point toward Memphis, Saint Louis and Batesville.
Memphis
92.4 mi in|~1h 45m|via US 67; US 167
Saint Louis
94 mi in|~1h 48m|via I 57; US 167
Batesville
149 mi in|~2h 44m|via US 64; US 167
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 57
55 mi
56m
US 64
33.3 mi
45m
Wiley A Branton Sr Highway
26.9 mi
28m
Highway 530
23.4 mi
27m
I 530
16.8 mi
16m
US 425
15.8 mi
20m
South Saint Louis Street
14.4 mi
22m
Ash Flat Drive
11.9 mi
17m
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 55 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tennessee, AR and Highland, 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
27 mi·28 min·Wiley A Branton Sr Highway
8
Continue on I 530; US 65
17 mi·16 min·I 530; US 65
9
Continue on I 30; US 65; US 67; US 167
4.2 mi·5 min·I 30; US 65; US 67; US 167
10
Keep slight right at fork onto US 67; US 167
1.6 mi·2 min·US 67; US 167
Exit 143BToward I 40 East, US 67 North, US 167 North: Jacksonville, Memphis
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 57; US 167
28 mi·29 min·I 57; US 167
Toward Saint LouisUse the slight left lane.
12
Continue on I 57; US 64; US 167
27 mi·26 min·I 57; US 64; US 167
13
Take the exit onto US 64; US 167
0.3 mi·45 sec·US 64; US 167
Toward US 64 East, US 67 North: Bald Knob, Batesville
14
Turn left onto US 64; US 167
33 mi·44 min·US 64; US 167
15
Continue on US 167; AR 25
14 mi·22 min·South Saint Louis Street
16
Continue on US 167
12 mi·17 min·South Main Street
17
Continue on US 167
12 mi·17 min·Ash Flat Drive
18
Continue on US 62; US 412
4.6 mi·5 min·T & C Boulevard
19
Turn left onto Rebel Drive
0.1 mi·31 sec·Rebel Drive
20
Keep slight left at fork onto Rebel Drive
245 ft·11 sec·Rebel Drive
21
Turn right onto Ridgecrest Drive
0.5 mi·2 min·Ridgecrest Drive
22
At end of road, turn right onto Ridgecrest Drive
0.3 mi·1 min·Ridgecrest Drive
23
Turn right onto Timberlane Drive
418 ft·19 sec·Timberlane Drive
24
Turn left onto West Lakeshore Drive
415 ft·18 sec·West Lakeshore Drive
25
Arrive at destination
West Lakeshore Drive
Trip Plan
With a duration of under 5 hours, this trip is easily manageable in a single day, offering flexibility for when you depart. Leaving in the morning will give you ample time to reach Highland, AR, without feeling rushed. You'll have one recommended stop along the way, which should be sufficient for a break on this 226-mile drive. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $34, and while there's a long stretch on I 57, services are generally available. Planning for an early start is always a good strategy to maximize your daylight and enjoy a more relaxed journey.
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 113 miles from Tennessee, AR, or about 2h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55 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 50 miles or 1h in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 113 miles or 2h 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Highland, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Tennessee, 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 Tennessee, AR
This is one driving day of about 226 miles and 4h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 50 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 57 for about 55 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 113 mi from Tennessee, AR
· 2h 7m into the drive
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
67.8
0
$23.73
$10.85
Efficient EV
56.5
0
$19.78
$9.04
EV Truck/SUV
90.4
1
$31.64
$14.46
Gas CO2
79 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (67% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Tennessee, AR
Evening
in Tennessee on Friday
Local time
8:43 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Highland, AR
Evening
in Highland on Friday
Local time
8:43 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°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
1 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
4h 36m 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 Highland, AR covers 226 miles and takes about 4h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 57, US 64, Wiley A Branton Sr Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 113 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 $34.13 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 226 miles you will encounter 15 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 43.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 92.4 miles (US 67; US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 94 miles (I 57; US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Tennessee, AR and Highland, AR, road signs point toward Memphis, Saint Louis and Batesville.
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, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
