Origin
Tennessee, AR
Afternoon in Tennessee on Thursday
Local time
2:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tennessee, AR to Midway, AR
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
5h 13m
Distance
239.6 mi
386 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$36
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
14 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 0m
★
6 AM
5h 14m
8 AM
5h 41m
10 AM
5h 23m
12 PM
5h 21m
3 PM
5h 25m
5 PM
5h 39m
8 PM
5h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Midway, AR
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Trip Overview
The drive from Tennessee, AR to Midway, AR covers 239.6 miles and takes about 5h 13m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 65, Wiley A Branton Sr Highway, State Highway 14 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 54.6 miles on US 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $36.19 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
119.8 miles from Tennessee, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 14m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 13m. Total distance: 239.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 5h 13m highway drive covering 239.6 miles, with most of the trip on US 65 and Wiley A Branton Sr Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 54.6 miles on US 65.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 65 is the longest continuous segment at about 54.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 65 and Wiley A Branton Sr Highway. 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 Effort
6/10
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 239.6 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 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 92.7 miles (US 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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
7
92.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 45m in
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US 65
Keep slight left at fork onto US 65 toward I 40 West, US 65 North, AR 107 North: Conway, Fort Smith
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 143A
Toward I 40 West, US 65 North, AR 107 North: Co...
6
92.7 mi into trip
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~1h 46m in
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US 65
Keep slight left at fork onto US 65
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
120.4 mi into trip
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~2h 15m in
|
US 65
Take the exit onto US 65 toward US 65 North, US 65B South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 65 North, US 65B South
5
219.1 mi into trip
|
~4h 45m in
|
US 62; US 412
At end of road, turn right onto US 62; US 412
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Tennessee, AR to Midway, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Smith along the way.
Fort Smith
92.4 mi in
|
~1h 45m
|
via US 65
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 65 | 54.6 mi | 1h 6m |
| Wiley A Branton Sr Highway | 26.9 mi | 28m |
| State Highway 14 | 23.5 mi | 41m |
| Highway 530 | 23.4 mi | 27m |
| US Highway 65 | 23.1 mi | 31m |
| I 530 | 16.8 mi | 16m |
| US 425 | 15.8 mi | 20m |
| US 62 | 13.2 mi | 15m |
Longest stretch:
US 65
— 54.6 mi, about 1h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tennessee, AR and Midway, 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 left at fork onto US 65
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
US 65
Exit 143A
Toward I 40 West, US 65 North, AR 107 North: Conway, Fort Smith
11
Keep slight left at fork onto US 65
28 mi
·
29 min
·
US 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit onto US 65
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
US 65
Toward US 65 North, US 65B South
13
Merge onto US 65
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Skyline Drive
14
Continue on US 65
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
US Highway 65
15
Continue on US 65
12 mi
·
16 min
·
South Broadview Street
16
Continue on US 65
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US Highway 65
17
Continue on US 65
0.7 mi
·
56 sec
·
North Broadview Street
18
Continue on US 65
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
South Broadway
19
Continue on US 65; Hwy 124
18 mi
·
25 min
·
US Highway 65
20
Continue on US 65; AR 9; AR 16
26 mi
·
36 min
·
US 65; AR 9; AR 16
21
Take the exit
208 ft
·
5 sec
22
Turn straight onto AR 27
11 mi
·
18 min
·
AR 27
23
Continue on AR 14
24 mi
·
41 min
·
State Highway 14
24
At end of road, turn right onto US 62; US 412
8.1 mi
·
9 min
·
US 62; US 412
25
Continue on US 62; US 412
5.1 mi
·
6 min
·
US 62; US 412
26
Turn left onto AR 126
7.0 mi
·
12 min
·
AR 126
27
At end of road, turn left onto AR 5
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
AR 5
28
Turn left onto AR 178
51 ft
·
1 sec
·
AR 178
29
Arrive at destination
AR 178
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 119.8 miles from Tennessee, AR, or about 2h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 54.6 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 53 miles or 1h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 119.8 miles or 2h 14m 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 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Midway, 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.
+
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 239.6 miles and 5h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 53 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 US 65 for about 54.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 119.8 mi from Tennessee, AR · 2h 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
120 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 53 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 119.8 miles from Tennessee, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Midway, AR
The final approach into Midway, 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 Midway, 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
$36.19 one way
$72.37 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
84 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $39.72 | $79.45 |
| premium | $4.56 | $43.01 | $86.01 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $52.90 | $105.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 83.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
14 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Cracker Barrel - Tesla Supercharger
North Little Rock, AR
Tesla
16 DCFC
Lewis Plaza - Tesla Supercharger
Conway, AR
Tesla
12 DCFC
Gwatney Buick GMC
North Little Rock, AR
Blink Network
4 DCFC
Smith Ford
Conway, AR
FORD_CHARGE
4 DCFC
Smart Auto Group 4, LLC
White Hall, AR
Blink Network
2 DCFC
3 Smart Dr
White Hall, AR
EV Connect
2 DCFC
FRANKLINS CHARG POWER LINK 1
Little Rock, AR
ChargePoint Network
2 DCFC
Franklin's Charging Little Rock
Little Rock, AR
EV Connect
2 DCFC
ChargePoint Network: 7
Blink Network: 2
EV Connect: 2
Tesla: 2
FORD_CHARGE: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 71.9 | 0 | $25.16 | $11.50 |
| Efficient EV | 59.9 | 0 | $20.97 | $9.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 95.8 | 1 | $33.54 | $15.33 |
Gas CO2
84 kg
EV CO2
28 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.
Destination
Midway, AR
Afternoon in Midway on Thursday
Local time
2:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
75°F
Clinton, AR
120 mi in
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
5h 13m 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 Midway, AR covers 239.6 miles and takes about 5h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 65, Wiley A Branton Sr Highway, State Highway 14. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 119.8 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 $36.19 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 239.6 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 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 92.7 miles (US 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Tennessee, AR to Midway, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Smith along the way.
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