Booneville, AR to Tennessee, AR is 210.6 miles and takes about 4h 22m via US 270, South State Highway 7, and East Main Street, with a fuel budget near $31 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Southeast region and the state of Arkansas. The profile is mostly highway, suggesting a fairly straightforward drive. With a recommended one-day duration, this route is ideal for a quick transition between locations without needing an overnight stay. Plan for about $31 in fuel costs for this relatively short, single-day excursion.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
105.3 miles from Booneville, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 16m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 270
45.9 mi
53m
South State Highway 7
44.8 mi
50m
East Main Street
23.9 mi
36m
Highway 530
22.9 mi
26m
US 425
15.7 mi
20m
Malvern Road
12.4 mi
14m
East 8th Street
11.1 mi
16m
I 530
9.9 mi
11m
Longest stretch:
US 270
— 45.9 mi, about 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Booneville, AR and Tennessee, AR.
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Start on AR 10
24 mi·36 min·East Main Street
2
Continue on AR 10
8.7 mi·12 min·West State Highway 10
3
Turn left onto AR 10
11 mi·16 min·East 8th Street
4
Turn right onto AR 7; AR 10
0.3 mi·24 sec·South Scenic 7 Drive
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Turn right onto AR 7
0.2 mi·17 sec·AR 7
6
Turn left onto AR 7
45 mi·50 min·South State Highway 7
7
Enter roundabout onto Hot Springs Bypass
222 ft·2 sec·Hot Springs Bypass
8
Continue on Hot Springs Bypass
6.0 mi·6 min·Hot Springs Bypass
9
Merge onto US 70
1.9 mi·2 min·Doctor Martin Luther King, Junior Expressway
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
11
Keep slight left at fork
81 ft·8 sec
12
Turn left onto US 270
0.6 mi·46 sec·Malvern Avenue
13
Continue on US 270
12 mi·14 min·Malvern Road
14
Take the exit onto US 270
1.5 mi·1 min·US 270
15
Take the exit onto US 270
0.4 mi·40 sec·US 270
Toward US 270 East: Malvern
16
Turn right onto US 270
44 mi·50 min·US 270
Use the straight lane.
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi·39 sec
18
Merge onto I 530; US 65
9.9 mi·11 min·I 530; US 65
19
Take the exit
0.7 mi·52 sec
Exit 44Toward AR 530 South: Star City, Monticello
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Continue on AR 530
23 mi·26 min·Highway 530
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At end of road, turn left onto AR 11
2.0 mi·2 min·Highway 11
22
Turn right onto US 425
16 mi·20 min·US 425
23
Take the exit
226 ft·6 sec
24
Turn slight right onto US 278
2.6 mi·4 min·West Gaines Avenue
25
Turn left onto Tennessee Spur Road
0.3 mi·1 min·Tennessee Spur Road
26
Arrive at destination
Tennessee Spur Road
Trip Plan
Given the 4h 22m estimated drive time, leaving Booneville in the morning will allow you to reach Tennessee well before evening. The route has only one recommended stop, so consider making that a brief pause for a stretch or a quick snack. With a fuel cost estimated at $31, you can easily budget for this trip without major financial concerns. Pay attention to the transition from US 270 to South State Highway 7, as this often signals a change from higher-speed highway driving to more local roads. This single-day trip offers flexibility, so you can depart on your schedule.
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 105.3 miles from Booneville, AR, or about 2h 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 45.9 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 46 miles or 1h 8m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 105.3 miles or 2h 16m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 34m
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 Booneville, 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 Booneville, AR
This is one driving day of about 210.6 miles and 4h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 46 miles from Booneville, 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 US 270 for about 45.9 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 18
5 decision points cluster between mile 97.2 and 190 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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97.2 mi into trip|~2h 6m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
110.3 mi into trip|~2h 21m in|US 270
Take the exit onto US 270
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
112.1 mi into trip|~2h 24m in|US 270
Turn right onto US 270
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
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166.3 mi into trip|~3h 27m 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
190 mi into trip|~3h 54m in|AR 11 / Highway 11
At end of road, turn left onto AR 11 / Highway 11
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.24 one way
$58.47 round trip
$3.53/gal25.4 MPG avg74 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$3.95
$32.71
$65.42
premium
$4.29
$35.56
$71.12
diesel
$4.80
$39.77
$79.53
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 73.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
63.2
0
$22.11
$10.11
Efficient EV
52.7
0
$18.43
$8.42
EV Truck/SUV
84.2
1
$29.48
$13.48
Gas CO2
74 kg
EV CO2
25 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 Jul 19, 2026
Origin
Booneville, AR
Late night
in Booneville on Sunday
Local time
2:20 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Mostly Clear
SW 0 to 5 mph5% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 1:38PM CDT until July 18 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Little Rock AR
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 1:38PM CDT until July 19 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Little Rock AR
Destination
Tennessee, AR
Late night
in Tennessee on Sunday
Local time
2:20 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Mostly Clear
0 mph2% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 1:38PM CDT until July 18 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Little Rock AR
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 1:38PM CDT until July 19 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Little Rock AR
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
1 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
4h 22m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Hot Springs National Park
National Park
Hot Springs National Park has a rich cultural past. The grand architecture of our historic bathhouses is equally matched by the natural curiosities that have been drawing people here for hundreds of y...
5 mi from route
~13 min detour
Free
near mile 94.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
You'll spend about 72% of this 210.6-mile drive on highways. The longest continuous stretch on a highway is 45.9 miles on US 270, offering a good period of consistent cruising. As you move from highway to surface roads, expect a noticeable change in speed and environment. The shift from highway speeds will likely involve more local traffic and potentially more intersections as you approach your destination.
72% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 45.9 mi on US 270.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 270 and South State Highway 7. You will hit about 18 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 97.2 miles in.
Driving Effort6/10
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 210.6 miles you will encounter 18 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 97.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 110.3 miles (US 270): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 112.1 miles (US 270): Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
814 ft225 ft
Total Climb
542 ft
Total Descent
807 ft
Highest Point
814 ft
~75.2 mi in
Elevation Range
590 ft
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 Booneville, AR to Tennessee, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Monticello along the way.
Tennessee is a US state in the South known for its rich history, music, and the Appalachian Mountains along its eastern border. Many visitors come to see Elvis Presley's home, Graceland, or the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 22m. Total distance: 210.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 45.9 miles on US 270. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 5 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Tennessee, AR before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 5 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 97.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 110.3 miles (US 270): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 112.1 miles (US 270): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Hot Springs National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Tennessee, AR, but most travelers stay overnight.
