Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
31m
Distance
18.3 mi
29 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Delaplaine, AR
Nothing Ahead
Oak Grove Heights, AR
Eddie O.
If you are planning a quick excursion in Southeast Arkansas, the 18.3-mile trip from Delaplaine to Oak Grove Heights is an efficient, straightforward drive. You can easily complete this journey in about 31 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day outing. Since the entire 100% of the route consists of highway driving, you will spend your time on AR 34, AR 135, and AR 304. With a modest fuel budget of just $3, this is an incredibly economical trip that requires no overnight stays. The route remains entirely within the same region, providing a consistent travel experience from start to finish.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| AR 34 | 16.6 mi | 29m |
| AR 135 | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| AR 304 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Delaplaine, AR and Oak Grove Heights, AR.
Start on AR 304
Turn left onto AR 34; AR 90
Turn right onto AR 34
Turn slight right onto AR 34
Turn straight onto AR 135
Arrive at destination
2 decision points cluster around mile 0 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto AR 34; AR 90
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto AR 34
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$2.76 one way
$5.53 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $3.03 | $6.07 |
| premium | $4.56 | $3.28 | $6.57 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.04 | $8.08 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.92 | $0.88 |
| Efficient EV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.60 | $0.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.3 | 0 | $2.56 | $1.17 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Late night in Delaplaine on Tuesday
Local time
5:51 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Late night in Oak Grove Heights on Tuesday
Local time
5:51 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
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.
Expect a focused, highway-centric experience as you navigate through the Arkansas landscape. This drive is defined by a significant 16.6-mile stretch on AR 34, which accounts for the vast majority of your time behind the wheel. Because the entire route is comprised of highways, you will find a consistent rhythm rather than a mix of technical local roads or rural side streets. The transition between AR 34, AR 135, and AR 304 is seamless, allowing you to maintain a steady pace throughout the 31-minute duration. You will spend your entire trip on high-speed infrastructure, so prepare for a direct and utilitarian drive.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on AR 34 and AR 135. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near AR 34; AR 90.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Delaplaine, AR to Oak Grove Heights, AR is easy. At 31m with 100% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (AR 34; AR 90): Navigation decision point; near the start (AR 34): Navigation decision point.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 31m. Total distance: 18.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (100%). Straightforward navigation.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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