Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 20, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
46m
Distance
27.1 mi
44 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Alpena, AR
Timo Niedermann
Bellville, AR
Timo Niedermann
Alpena, AR to Bellville, AR is 27.1 miles and takes about 46 minutes via US 65, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Southeast region, traversing Arkansas for its entirety. It's a straightforward drive, primarily on highways, making it a convenient option if you're looking for a quick transit or a brief excursion. Consider this route for its simplicity and speed, especially if you want to maximize your time at your destination or explore a bit more locally. This journey is well-suited for a same-day trip, allowing plenty of flexibility.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 65 | 8.2 mi | 9m |
| Main Street | 6 mi | 8m |
| State Highway 14 | 5.7 mi | 10m |
| Old Hwy 65 North | 3.8 mi | 6m |
| Old Lowery Road North | 2 mi | 7m |
| Minnow Drive West | 1 mi | 3m |
| Tower Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Alpena, AR and Bellville, AR.
Start on US 62; US 412
Keep slight left at fork
Turn left onto US 65
Turn right onto Tower Road
Continue on Old Hwy 65 North
Continue on Main Street
Turn right onto AR 14
Turn slight left onto Old Lowery Road North
Continue on Minnow Drive West
Turn right
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 27.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Depart onto US 62; US 412 / Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Turn right onto Tower Road
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto AR 14 / State Highway 14
Navigation decision point
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$3.76 one way
$7.52 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.95 | $4.21 | $8.42 |
| premium | $4.29 | $4.58 | $9.15 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $5.12 | $10.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.1 | 0 | $2.85 | $1.30 |
| Efficient EV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.37 | $1.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.79 | $1.73 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Alpena on Monday
Local time
9:48 AM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Morning in Bellville on Monday
Local time
9:48 AM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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.
This is a highway-focused drive, with 66% of the journey utilizing major roadways. You'll experience stretches of consistent speed, with the longest uninterrupted segment spanning 8.2 miles along US 65. The profile suggests a drive that's mostly on highways, offering a predictable and efficient pace. While the majority is highway, transitions between these main roads, including Main Street and State Highway 14, will occur. Expect a driving experience that prioritizes getting you from point A to point B smoothly.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 65 and Main Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 62; US 412 / Main Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 46m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 62; US 412 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 14 miles (Tower Road): Navigation decision point.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
526 ft
Total Descent
894 ft
Highest Point
1,418 ft
~3.9 mi in
Elevation Range
645 ft
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
Attraction
Later in the drive, short detour
Omaha, AR
Visit websiteCastle
Near the end, short detour
Lead Hill
Visit websitePoints of interest from OpenStreetMap contributors. Listings may not reflect current hours or availability.
Founded 1908
The Ozarks in Arkansas are part of the Ozarks mountains, as well as being considered a region in north-central Arkansas and southern Missouri.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 46m. Total distance: 27.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (66%). Straightforward navigation.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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