Trip from Ward, AR to Tennessee, AR

Drive Time

2h 15m

Distance

119.2 mi

192 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$18

one way

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Best Time to Leave

Save up to 28 min

4 AM

2h 6m ★

6 AM

2h 15m

8 AM

2h 34m

10 AM

2h 22m

12 PM

2h 20m

3 PM

2h 23m

5 PM

2h 33m

8 PM

2h 10m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

The drive from Ward, AR to Tennessee, AR covers 119.2 miles and takes about 2h 15m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 530, I 57, Highway 530 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 43.9 miles on I 530. At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.22 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

59.6 miles from Ward, AR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 4m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a 2h 15m highway drive covering 119.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 530 and I 57. The longest continuous stretch is about 43.9 miles on I 530.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 530 is the longest continuous segment at about 43.9 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 530 and I 57. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near AR 319 / Moore Street.

Route Complexity 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 119.2 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start (AR 319 / Moore Street): Navigation decision point; at 26.1 miles (US 167): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 31 miles (I 530; US 65; US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 9 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

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0 mi into trip | ~0m in | AR 319 / Moore Street

Turn right onto AR 319 / Moore Street

Navigation decision point

5

26.1 mi into trip | ~28m in | US 167

Take the exit onto US 167 toward I 30 West, US 65 South, US 67 South, US 167 South: Little Rock

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 30 West, US 65 South, US 67 South, US...

6

31 mi into trip | ~34m in | I 530; US 65; US 167

Keep slight left at fork onto I 530; US 65; US 167

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

6

74.9 mi into trip | ~1h 20m in

Take the exit toward AR 530 South: Star City, Monticello

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 44 Toward AR 530 South: Star City, Monticello

5

98.6 mi into trip | ~1h 47m in | AR 11 / Highway 11

At end of road, turn left onto AR 11 / Highway 11

Navigation decision point

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Ward, AR to Tennessee, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Monticello along the way.

Monticello

74.9 mi in | ~1h 20m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 530	43.9 mi	45m
I 57	24.2 mi	25m
Highway 530	22.9 mi	26m
US 425	15.7 mi	20m
US 167	4.9 mi	6m
West Gaines Avenue	2.6 mi	4m
Highway 11	2 mi	2m
I 40	0.9 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 530 — 43.9 mi, about 45m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Ward, AR and Tennessee, AR.

1

Start on AR 367

43 ft · 2 sec · 2nd Street

2

Turn right onto AR 319

0.2 mi · 19 sec · Moore Street

3

Continue on AR 319

0.5 mi · 51 sec · North Street

4

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 38 sec

5

Merge onto I 57; US 167

24 mi · 25 min · I 57; US 167

6

Merge onto I 40; US 167

0.9 mi · 1 min · I 40; US 167

7

Take the exit onto US 167

4.9 mi · 6 min · US 167

Toward I 30 West, US 65 South, US 67 South, US 167 South: Little Rock

8

Keep slight left at fork onto I 530; US 65; US 167

44 mi · 45 min · I 530; US 65; US 167

Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

9

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 52 sec

Exit 44 Toward AR 530 South: Star City, Monticello

10

Continue on AR 530

23 mi · 26 min · Highway 530

11

At end of road, turn left onto AR 11

2.0 mi · 2 min · Highway 11

12

Turn right onto US 425

16 mi · 20 min · US 425

13

Take the exit

226 ft · 6 sec

14

Turn slight right onto US 278

2.6 mi · 4 min · West Gaines Avenue

15

Turn left onto Tennessee Spur Road

0.3 mi · 1 min · Tennessee Spur Road

16

Arrive at destination

Tennessee Spur Road

Trip Plan

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.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.

The halfway point lands around 59.6 miles from Ward, AR, or about 1h 4m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 43.9 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 80 miles or 1h 26m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 59.6 miles or 1h 4m 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 46m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tennessee, AR than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Ward, 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 Ward, AR

This is one driving day of about 119.2 miles and 2h 15m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Ward, AR.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.

The longest stretch is on I 530 for about 43.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 59.6 mi from Ward, AR · 1h 4m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Haskell, AR

60 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

Memphis, TN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Monroe, LA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 59.6 miles from Ward, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Tennessee, AR

The final approach into Tennessee, 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 Tennessee, 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

$18.22 one way

$36.45 round trip

$3.88/gal 25.4 MPG avg 42 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.26	$19.99	$39.97
premium	$4.61	$21.63	$43.27
diesel	$5.64	$26.48	$52.96

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$18

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$43–$68

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 41.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	35.8	$12.52	$5.72
Efficient EV	29.8	$10.43	$4.77
EV Truck/SUV	47.7	$16.69	$7.63

Gas CO2

42 kg

EV CO2

14 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Ward, AR

Morning in Ward on Monday

Local time

8:00 AM

CDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Tennessee, AR

Morning in Tennessee on Monday

Local time

8:00 AM

CDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

59°F

Haskell, AR

60 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

3 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

2h 15m 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 Ward, AR to Tennessee, AR covers 119.2 miles and takes about 2h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 530, I 57, Highway 530. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 59.6 miles from Ward, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.22 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.