Arkadelphia, AR Road Trips
Drivers starting from Arkadelphia, AR have 4 mapped routes to choose from, making it a small but connected base in the Southeast. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 44-mile quick runs to 251-mile cross-state drives. Most routes from Arkadelphia, AR head east, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
6
Longest Drive
250.7 mi
Bentonville, AR
Quickest Drive
49m
Benton, AR
Plan Around Arkadelphia, AR
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Arkadelphia, AR is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Arkadelphia, AR
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Arkadelphia, AR
Driving from Arkadelphia, AR
On average, trips departing from Arkadelphia, AR run 177 miles with a drive time of roughly 3h 14m. There is a healthy spread of short hops, medium drives, and longer road trips to pick from. The longest mapped route runs 251 miles (4h 36m), while the shortest is just 44 miles.
Popular Destinations
Drivers leaving Arkadelphia, AR most often head toward Bentonville, AR (250.7 mi, 4h 36m), Paragould, AR (219.6 mi, 3h 59m), Jonesboro, AR (195.4 mi, 3h 31m), and Benton, AR (44 mi, 49m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
For the average 177-mile drive from Arkadelphia, AR, expect to burn about 7 gallons of fuel one way at 25 MPG. Check local pump prices before you go to lock in your budget.
Routes tend to go east, so afternoon departures put the sun at your back on the return leg. Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 4 mapped routes leaving Arkadelphia, AR and 2 routes heading into Arkadelphia, AR, covering 6 total connections. Distances range from 44 to 251 miles.
The longest mapped route from Arkadelphia, AR covers 251 miles and takes approximately 4h 36m. Shorter options start at just 44 miles.
The average route from Arkadelphia, AR runs about 177 miles with a drive time of roughly 3h 14m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
The most popular road trip destinations from Arkadelphia, AR include Bentonville, AR, Paragould, AR, Jonesboro, AR and Benton, AR. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Arkadelphia, AR by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
10,316
Median Income
$42,430
Median Home Value
$176,000
Median Age
23.3
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to Arkadelphia, AR
Arkadelphia is in the Ouachitas of Arkansas. Compared to its surroundings, it has somewhat of an erudite feel, given that it has not one but two colleges — Henderson State University and Ouachita Baptist University. Nonetheless, it still retains a bit of provincial flavor and charm.
1 DeGray Lake State Park Resort, 2027 State Park Entrance Rd, Bismarck (about 15 miles north of Arkadelphia), ☏ +1 501-865-5850. A popular natural resort area along DeGray Lake, with swimming and beaches and lodge. Mountain biking, hiking, birding, snorkeling, eagle watches, sunset cruises, and even a park-themed escape room are some possibilities here. (updated Dec 2021) 2 Reynolds Science Center Planetarium, 1100 Henderson St (in the Department of Engineering and Physics at Henderson State University), ☏ +1 870-230-5000. Periodic showings available. (updated Dec 2021)
A stay at the DeGray Lake State Park Resort where you can horseback ride or sun tan on the beach is definitely recommended if staying in the area. 1 Hampton Inn Arkadelphia, 108 Malvern Rd, ☏ +1 870 403-0800. (updated Dec 2021) 2 Captain Henderson House, 349 N 10th St, ☏ +1 870 230-5544. A historic bed & breakfast originally owned by the person for whom Henderson State University was named. (updated Dec 2021)
Travel tips adapted from Arkadelphia (Arkansas) on Wikivoyage, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Content summarized; visit the source for the full article. See our methodology for how we use it.
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