Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 26m
Distance
72.1 mi
116 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Fair
2 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Vilonia, AR
Sami Abdullah
Delaware, AR
Christopher Santiago
The drive from Vilonia, AR to Delaware, AR covers 72.1 miles and takes about 1h 26m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 40, AR 22, State Highway 64 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 42 miles on I 40. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.89 one way before food or hotel costs.
Delaware has beautiful beaches and parks. The more popular beaches are in: Rehoboth Beach, Lewes, Dewey Beach and Bethany Beach. Most parks in Delaware's very extensive and well maintained park system are free or low-cost. The First State National Historical Park a group of historical sites that cover the early colonial history of Delaware and the role Delaware played in the establishment of the United States, leading up to it being the first state to ratify the U.S. Constitution. It is one of the smallest states in the United States. It has beautiful beaches, and activities vary from business-friendly Wilmington to the rural southern parts of the state.
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Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 26m. Total distance: 72.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Straightforward navigation.
This is a 1h 26m highway drive covering 72.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 40 and AR 22. The longest continuous stretch is about 42 miles on I 40.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and AR 22. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 54.9 miles in.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 26m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 54.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 55.2 miles (AR 331): Navigation decision point; at 55.6 miles (US 64 / East Main Street): Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the exit toward AR 331, US 64
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn left onto AR 331
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn right onto US 64 / East Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto AR 7 / South Arkansas Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto AR 22
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 42 mi | 42m |
| AR 22 | 9.2 mi | 13m |
| State Highway 64 | 5.4 mi | 6m |
| Main Street | 5.2 mi | 7m |
| South Arkansas Avenue | 4.9 mi | 5m |
| East Main Street | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| East Oak Street | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| AR 331 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Vilonia, AR and Delaware, AR.
Start on US 64B
Continue on US 64
Continue on US 64
Continue on US 64
Take the exit
Merge onto I 40; US 65
Take the exit
Turn left onto AR 331
At end of road, turn right onto US 64
Turn left onto AR 7
Turn right onto AR 22
Turn right onto Fire Dept Loop
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36 mi from Vilonia, AR · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 36 miles from Vilonia, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Delaware, 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
$10.89 one way
$21.78 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $11.95 | $23.91 |
| premium | $4.56 | $12.94 | $25.88 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.92 | $31.84 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.6 | 0 | $7.57 | $3.46 |
| Efficient EV | 18 | 0 | $6.31 | $2.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.8 | 0 | $10.09 | $4.61 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Morning in Vilonia on Saturday
Local time
11:12 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Morning in Delaware on Saturday
Local time
11:12 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Cloudy
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.
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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