Connecting Camden to Pine Bluff, this 73.3-mile journey across Southeast Arkansas is a straightforward trip that typically takes about 1 hour and 25 minutes. Since the entire drive stays within the same region, you won't experience major geographic shifts, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. You should budget approximately $10 for fuel to cover the distance comfortably. Because there are no mandatory stops required, you have the flexibility to complete this transit in one go. It is an uncomplicated route that serves as an efficient link between these two Arkansas cities, ideal for travelers who prefer a direct path 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.
Midpoint
36.3 miles from Camden, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 49m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 79
64.5 mi
1h 26m
Van Buren Street Northwest
3.8 mi
5m
South Main Street
1.1 mi
2m
Miramar Drive
0.9 mi
1m
West 17th Avenue
0.6 mi
1m
West 16th Avenue
0.5 mi
<1m
West Harding Avenue
0.5 mi
<1m
US 79B
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 79
— 64.5 mi, about 1h 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Camden, AR and Pine Bluff, AR.
1
Start on US 278B
37 ft·8 sec·West Washington Street
2
Continue on US 79B
0.2 mi·21 sec·West Washington Street
Use the left lane.
3
Turn left onto US 79B
301 ft·6 sec·Harrison Avenue Northwest
4
Turn right onto US 79B
3.8 mi·5 min·Van Buren Street Northwest
5
Turn left onto US 79B
0.4 mi·38 sec·US 79B
6
Turn left onto US 79
65 mi·1 hr 26 min·US 79
7
Keep slight right at fork onto Miramar Drive
0.9 mi·1 min·Miramar Drive
8
Continue on West 17th Avenue
0.6 mi·1 min·West 17th Avenue
9
Continue on West 16th Avenue
0.5 mi·55 sec·West 16th Avenue
10
Continue on West Harding Avenue
0.5 mi·48 sec·West Harding Avenue
11
Turn left onto US 63B
1.1 mi·2 min·South Main Street
12
Arrive at destination
South Main Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have the advantage of total scheduling flexibility, allowing you to depart whenever it best fits your itinerary. Given the nature of the local roads, it is wise to stay alert for frequent turns rather than settling into a long-distance cruising mindset. You won't need to plan for formal rest stops, but keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is simple with the $10 estimated cost. One specific tip for this route: because you are navigating local streets like Harrison Avenue Northwest and Van Buren Street Northwest, ensure your GPS is set to avoid potential construction or local traffic bottlenecks before you pull out of Camden. This approach ensures you spend less time navigating and more time reaching Pine Bluff efficiently.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 36.3 miles from Camden, AR, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 64.5 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 16 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.3 miles or 49m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 24m
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 Camden, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Camden, AR
This is one driving day of about 72.6 miles and 1h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Camden, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 79 for about 64.5 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 6
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 69 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|US 79B / West Washington Street
Continue onto US 79B / West Washington Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|US 79B / Harrison Avenue Northwest
Turn left onto US 79B / Harrison Avenue Northwest
Navigation decision point
3
0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|US 79B / Van Buren Street Northwest
Turn right onto US 79B / Van Buren Street Northwest
Navigation decision point
4
4.5 mi into trip|~7m in|US 79
Turn left onto US 79
Navigation decision point
4
69 mi into trip|~1h 34m in|Miramar Drive
Keep slight right at fork onto Miramar Drive
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.96 one way
$21.93 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg25 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$12.04
$24.07
premium
$4.56
$13.03
$26.06
diesel
$5.61
$16.03
$32.06
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
21.8
0
$7.62
$3.48
Efficient EV
18.2
0
$6.35
$2.90
EV Truck/SUV
29
0
$10.16
$4.65
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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 17, 2026
Origin
Camden, AR
Late night
in Camden on Tuesday
Local time
3:47 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Pine Bluff, AR
Late night
in Pine Bluff on Tuesday
Local time
3:47 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Partly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SSW 10 mph19% chanceLive 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
18 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 40m on the road
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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route features zero highway miles. You will navigate through local thoroughfares, including West Washington Street, Harrison Avenue Northwest, and Van Buren Street Northwest. Because the longest uninterrupted stretch is 0 miles on West Washington Street, your hands will stay busy navigating the consistent turns throughout the 73.3-mile trip. This drive demands your full attention, providing a more tactile experience than a high-speed highway trek. Prepare for a slower, more deliberate pace as you transition between these local roads to reach your destination.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 64.5 mi on US 79.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 79 and Van Buren Street Northwest. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 79B / West Washington Street.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Camden, AR to Pine Bluff, AR is easy. At 1h 40m with 89% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 79B / West Washington Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.2 miles (US 79B / Harrison Avenue Northwest): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 79B / Van Buren Street Northwest): Navigation decision point.
The longest stretch is about 64.5 miles on US 79. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 79B / West Washington Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.2 miles (US 79B / Harrison Avenue Northwest): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 79B / Van Buren Street Northwest): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Pine Bluff, AR before heading back.
