Road Trips from Tennessee, AR
Looking for a weekend escape from Tennessee, AR? You've got options ranging from a quick 3-hour drive to a longer 5-hour haul. Several routes offer a straightforward drive, mostly on highways, with flat terrain. If you're looking to incorporate nature, one nearby option includes a national memorial, and another puts you close to a national park for a potential overnight adventure. The majority of these trips are best suited for a day excursion, given their drive times and lack of overnight recommendations.
Total Routes
10
Shortest
3.7h
With Parks Nearby
2
Full-day getaway
Waldron, AR
3h 59m200.3 mi one way
For a longer day trip, consider Waldron, AR. It's a 4-hour drive covering 203 miles. This route offers a mixed highway and surface road experience with a strong drive score. The terrain is not specified, but the proximity to Hot Springs National Park is a major draw if you're looking for outdoor activities.
Ozark, AR
3h 47m210.8 mi one way
Coal Hill, AR
3h 40m200.5 mi one way
Weekend trip
7 total in this range
Highland, AR
4h 36m226 mi one way
This 4.6-hour drive to Highland, AR, is one of the longer options at 226 miles. It primarily uses highway routes with a high drive score. The terrain is mostly flat, and unlike some other destinations, there are no parks directly noted as nearby. This is a solid choice if you prioritize highway miles and a direct route.
Van Buren, AR
4h 17m241 mi one way
Heading to Van Buren, AR, will take you about 4.3 hours over 241 miles. This route sticks mostly to highways, offering a good drive score. The terrain is described as mostly flat. It's a longer drive than some, but still manageable for a day trip without specific park attractions listed.
Eureka Springs, AR
5h 40m288 mi one way
Paris, AR
4h 1m203.5 mi one way
This 4-hour drive to Paris, AR, covers 203.5 miles. The route is predominantly highway, earning a good drive score. The terrain is mostly flat. While there are no parks specifically mentioned, it's a comparable distance to Waldron but with a different road profile.
Bay, AR
4h 11m227.3 mi one way
Choose Bay, AR, for a 4.2-hour drive spanning 227.3 miles. This trip is mainly on highway routes with a solid drive score. The terrain is mostly flat. It's a longer drive and doesn't highlight specific park attractions, making it a straightforward highway option.
Browse by Mood
Highland, AR
4h 36m226 mi one way
Waldron, AR
3h 59m200.3 mi one way
Van Buren, AR
4h 17m241 mi one way
Eureka Springs, AR
5h 40m288 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
With mostly flat and gently rolling terrain, spring drives are likely pleasant. Arkansas Post National Memorial and Hot Springs National Park offer outdoor exploration.
Summer
The predominantly highway routes are well-suited for summer travel. Consider the park options for cooler, shaded activities during warmer months.
Fall
The mostly flat terrain makes for easy driving. The autumn foliage could be an added bonus when visiting the nearby national memorial or park.
Winter
Highway-focused routes offer consistent travel. The lack of significant elevation changes means terrain should remain manageable.
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