Connecting Bono to Delaware, Arkansas, this 184.8-mile journey is a straightforward trek that typically takes about 3 hours to complete. Because the route is manageable in a single day, you can easily handle the drive in one sitting without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via West Church Street and US 64 West, keeping your estimated fuel costs around $28 for the trip. Both your starting point and destination sit within the Southeast region, offering a consistent geographic experience as you travel across the state. It is an ideal option for those who prefer a direct, purposeful drive rather than a multi-day excursion.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
93.5 miles from Bono, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 46m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 57
81.9 mi
1h 24m
I 40
42 mi
42m
US 64
33 mi
42m
AR 22
9.2 mi
13m
West Church Street
7.9 mi
13m
South Arkansas Avenue
4.9 mi
5m
AR 230
3.2 mi
5m
East Main Street
2.3 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 81.9 mi, about 1h 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bono, AR and Delaware, AR.
1
Start on US 63B
164 ft·9 sec·US 63B
2
Turn left onto AR 230
7.9 mi·13 min·West Church Street
3
At end of road, turn left onto AR 91; AR 230
1.0 mi·1 min·AR 91; AR 230
4
Turn right onto AR 230
3.2 mi·5 min·AR 230
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·42 sec
6
Merge onto I 57
82 mi·1 hr 24 min·I 57
7
Take the exit onto US 64
0.4 mi·49 sec·US 64
Toward US 64 West, I 57 Business North: Beebe, Conway
8
Keep slight right at fork onto US 64
33 mi·41 min·US 64
Toward US 64 West: Conway
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi·57 sec
10
Merge onto I 40; US 65
42 mi·42 min·I 40; US 65
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi·39 sec
Exit 84Toward AR 331, US 64
12
Turn left onto AR 331
0.4 mi·46 sec·AR 331
13
At end of road, turn right onto US 64
2.3 mi·3 min·East Main Street
Use the right lane.
14
Turn left onto AR 7
4.9 mi·5 min·South Arkansas Avenue
Use the left lane.
15
Turn right onto AR 22
9.2 mi·13 min·AR 22
16
Turn right onto Fire Dept Loop
515 ft·22 sec·Fire Dept Loop
17
Arrive at destination
Fire Dept Loop
Trip Plan
Since this is a 184.8-mile trip that can be completed in a single day, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Plan for at least one stop along the way to break up the drive and ensure you stay alert on the turn-heavy roads. Budgeting about $28 for fuel should comfortably cover your needs, but it is always wise to keep an eye on your gauge while navigating local segments. Because the route relies on US 64, pay close attention to local traffic patterns and speed limit changes as you move through different communities. Taking a moment to map out your one planned stop in advance will help keep your 3-hour journey smooth and efficient.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 93.5 miles from Bono, AR, or about 1h 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 81.9 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 41 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 93.5 miles or 1h 46m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Delaware, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bono, 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 Bono, AR
This is one driving day of about 187.1 miles and 3h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 miles from Bono, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 57 for about 81.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 7.9 and 172.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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7.9 mi into trip|~14m in|AR 91; AR 230
At end of road, turn left onto AR 91; AR 230
Navigation decision point
5
94.4 mi into trip|~1h 47m in|US 64
Take the exit onto US 64 toward US 64 West, I 57 Business North: Beebe, Conway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 64 West, I 57 Business North: Beebe,...
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169.9 mi into trip|~3h 12m in
Take the exit toward AR 331, US 64
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 84
Toward AR 331, US 64
7
170.6 mi into trip|~3h 14m in|US 64 / East Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 64 / East Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
172.9 mi into trip|~3h 17m in|AR 7 / South Arkansas Avenue
Turn left onto AR 7 / South Arkansas Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.26 one way
$56.51 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg66 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$31.02
$62.04
premium
$4.56
$33.58
$67.16
diesel
$5.61
$41.31
$82.62
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 65.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
56.1
0
$19.65
$8.98
Efficient EV
46.8
0
$16.37
$7.48
EV Truck/SUV
74.8
0
$26.19
$11.97
Gas CO2
65 kg
EV CO2
22 kg (66% 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 as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Bono, AR
Night
in Bono on Saturday
Local time
11:15 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Delaware, AR
Night
in Delaware on Saturday
Local time
11:15 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
3h 37m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. Since the route features 0% highway travel, you will spend the entire 3-hour duration navigating surface roads and local thoroughfares. This setup requires more focus than an open freeway, as you will be dealing with frequent turns and changing road conditions. The personality of this drive is defined by its localized nature, keeping you engaged behind the wheel as you transition between Bono and Delaware. Be prepared for a more hands-on driving experience that prioritizes local connectivity over high-speed travel.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 81.9 mi on I 57.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and I 40. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 7.9 miles in near AR 91; AR 230.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 187.1 miles you will encounter 15 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: at 7.9 miles (AR 91; AR 230): Navigation decision point; at 94.4 miles (US 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 169.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Bono, AR to Delaware, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Conway along the way.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 37m. Total distance: 187.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 81.9 miles on I 57. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 7.9 miles (AR 91; AR 230): Navigation decision point; at 94.4 miles (US 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 169.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Delaware, AR, but most travelers stay overnight.
