Traveling from Brookland to Pine Bluff covers 180 miles and typically takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes of drive time. Because this is a straightforward, highway-focused trip through Southeast Arkansas, it is perfectly manageable as a single-day excursion. You should budget approximately $28 for fuel to complete the journey. Since the route stays entirely within the state, you won't need to worry about crossing regional borders or adjusting your travel plans for major geographic shifts. It is a practical route for those looking to reach their destination efficiently without the need for an overnight stay.
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
90 miles from Brookland, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 41m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 57
102.7 mi
1h 45m
I 530
35 mi
35m
US 78
12.5 mi
14m
US 49
7.7 mi
11m
Southwest Drive
7.4 mi
8m
US 65B
5.6 mi
9m
US 167
4.9 mi
6m
East Highland Drive
2 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 102.7 mi, about 1h 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brookland, AR and Pine Bluff, AR.
1
Start on West Hinkley Avenue
189 ft·10 sec·West Hinkley Avenue
2
Turn right onto US 49B
0.7 mi·1 min·South Holman Street
3
At end of road, turn left onto US 49; AR 1
7.7 mi·11 min·US 49; AR 1
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Turn slight right
217 ft·8 sec
5
Turn straight onto AR 18
2.0 mi·3 min·East Highland Drive
6
Turn left onto AR 18
7.4 mi·8 min·Southwest Drive
7
Continue on US 78; AR 226
13 mi·14 min·US 78; AR 226
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi·47 sec
9
Merge onto I 57
103 mi·1 hr 45 min·I 57
10
Merge onto I 40; US 167
0.9 mi·1 min·I 40; US 167
11
Take the exit onto US 167
4.9 mi·6 min·US 167
Toward I 30 West, US 65 South, US 67 South, US 167 South: Little Rock
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 530; US 65; US 167
35 mi·35 min·I 530; US 65; US 167
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit onto US 65B
5.6 mi·9 min·US 65B
14
Turn right onto North Pine Street
302 ft·18 sec·North Pine Street
15
Turn left onto West Barraque Street
312 ft·15 sec·West Barraque Street
16
Turn right onto South Main Street
349 ft·15 sec·South Main Street
17
Arrive at destination
South Main Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. With only one recommended stop, you can easily break up the 3-hour and 20-minute drive whenever you feel the need to stretch your legs. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge during the long 102.7-mile stretch on I-57 to ensure you aren't caught off guard. Aim to time your departure to avoid peak traffic hours if you want to maintain a smooth, uninterrupted flow. Prioritizing a single, well-timed break will help you arrive in Pine Bluff feeling refreshed.
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 90 miles from Brookland, AR, or about 1h 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 102.7 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 40 miles or 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 90 miles or 1h 41m 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 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pine Bluff, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Brookland, 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 Brookland, AR
This is one driving day of about 180 miles and 3h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 40 miles from Brookland, 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 102.7 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.7 and 179.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.7 mi into trip|~1m in|US 49; AR 1
At end of road, turn left onto US 49; AR 1
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
30.4 mi into trip|~39m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
134.4 mi into trip|~2h 27m in|US 167
Take the exit onto US 167 toward I 30 West, US 65 South, US 67 South, US 167 South: Little Rock
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 30 West, US 65 South, US 67 South, US...
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139.3 mi into trip|~2h 34m in|I 530; US 65; US 167
Keep slight left at fork onto I 530; US 65; US 167
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
5
179.9 mi into trip|~3h 19m in|West Barraque Street
Turn left onto West Barraque Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.18 one way
$54.37 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg63 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$29.84
$59.68
premium
$4.56
$32.31
$64.62
diesel
$5.61
$39.74
$79.48
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 63 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
54
0
$18.90
$8.64
Efficient EV
45
0
$15.75
$7.20
EV Truck/SUV
72
0
$25.20
$11.52
Gas CO2
63 kg
EV CO2
21 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026
Origin
Brookland, AR
Late night
in Brookland on Tuesday
Local time
5:49 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Pine Bluff, AR
Late night
in Pine Bluff on Tuesday
Local time
5:49 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°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
4 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 20m 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 highly efficient journey, as 94% of your time behind the wheel will be spent on highways. The route relies on a combination of I-57, I-530, and US-78 to keep you moving toward your destination. You will settle in for a significant stretch early on, with the longest segment spanning 102.7 miles on I-57. This is a classic interstate-focused drive designed for steady cruising rather than technical maneuvering. You will find that the road maintains a consistent pace, allowing you to cover the distance with minimal navigation stress.
94% 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: 102.7 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 530. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near US 49; AR 1.
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 180 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.7 miles (US 49; AR 1): Lane positioning matters here; at 30.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 134.4 miles (US 167): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 20m. Total distance: 180 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 102.7 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 0.7 miles (US 49; AR 1): Lane positioning matters here; at 30.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 134.4 miles (US 167): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Pine Bluff, AR, but most travelers stay overnight.
