Delaware, AR to Corning, AR is 228.4 miles and takes about 4h 17m via US 64 and I 40, with a fuel budget near $31 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Arkansas, traversing the Southeast region for its entirety. With 84% of the drive on highways, expect a relatively straightforward path. The longest stretch without a major road change is 94.7 miles on US 64, so plan your breaks accordingly. Given the duration and highway focus, this route is well-suited for a 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
114.2 miles from Delaware, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 13m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 64
94.7 mi
1h 39m
I 40
42.1 mi
42m
US 67
40.6 mi
47m
Vilonia Bypass
25.9 mi
32m
AR 22
9.2 mi
13m
State Highway 64
5.4 mi
6m
Union Street
4.9 mi
5m
East Main Street
2.3 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
US 64
— 94.7 mi, about 1h 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Delaware, AR and Corning, AR.
1
Start on Fire Dept Loop
515 ft·27 sec·Fire Dept Loop
2
Turn left onto AR 22
9.2 mi·13 min·AR 22
3
Turn left onto AR 7
4.9 mi·5 min·Union Street
4
Turn right onto US 64
2.3 mi·3 min·East Main Street
5
Turn left onto AR 331
0.3 mi·28 sec·AR 331
Use the left lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·33 sec
Exit 84Toward I-40
7
Merge onto I 40
42 mi·42 min·I 40
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
Toward US 64
9
Keep slight left at fork
212 ft·8 sec
10
Turn left onto US 64
1.8 mi·3 min·East Oak Street
11
Continue on US 64
5.4 mi·6 min·State Highway 64
12
Continue on US 64
26 mi·32 min·Vilonia Bypass
Use the straight lane.
13
Take the exit onto US 64
95 mi·1 hr 39 min·US 64
14
Keep slight left at fork onto US 67
41 mi·47 min·US 67
Toward US 67 North: Williams Baptist College, Pocahontas
15
Turn right onto US 62
355 ft·8 sec·South Missouri Avenue
Use the right lane.
16
Turn left onto US 62
0.4 mi·36 sec·West Elm Street
17
Arrive at destination
US 62
Trip Plan
This 228.4-mile drive is easily manageable in one day, so you have flexibility with your departure time. Leaving in the morning will give you ample daylight to reach Corning, AR, with an estimated drive time of 4 hours and 17 minutes. The fuel cost is estimated at $31, so ensure your tank is full before you set off, especially before tackling the 94.7-mile stretch on US 64. There's one recommended stop, so consider making it around the halfway point to stretch your legs and refuel if needed.
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 114.2 miles from Delaware, AR, or about 2h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 94.7 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 50 miles or 57m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 114.2 miles or 2h 13m 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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Corning, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Delaware, 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 Delaware, AR
This is one driving day of about 228.4 miles and 4h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 50 miles from Delaware, 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 64 for about 94.7 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 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 16.5 and 227.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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16.5 mi into trip|~23m in|AR 331
Turn left onto AR 331
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
16.7 mi into trip|~24m in
Take the ramp toward I-40
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Exit 84
Toward I-40
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59.3 mi into trip|~1h 7m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
6
187.2 mi into trip|~3h 29m in|US 67
Keep slight left at fork onto US 67 toward US 67 North: Williams Baptist College, Pocahontas
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 67 North: Williams Baptist College, P...
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227.9 mi into trip|~4h 16m in|US 62 / South Missouri Avenue
Turn right onto US 62 / South Missouri Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$35.55 one way
$71.11 round trip
$3.95/gal25.4 MPG avg80 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$39.20
$78.39
premium
$4.71
$42.36
$84.72
diesel
$6.18
$55.56
$111.12
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 79.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-12.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
68.5
0
$23.98
$10.96
Efficient EV
57.1
0
$19.99
$9.14
EV Truck/SUV
91.4
1
$31.98
$14.62
Gas CO2
80 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 Oct 19, 2026
Origin
Delaware, AR
Morning
in Delaware on Monday
Local time
7:52 AM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Partly Cloudy
0 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Corning, AR
Morning
in Corning on Monday
Local time
7:52 AM
CDT
Current temp
41°F
Clear
0 mph0% 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
6 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
4h 17m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
You'll spend most of your time on highways, with 84% of the 228.4 miles on high-speed roads like US 64 and I 40. The longest continuous segment on US 64 measures 94.7 miles, offering a sustained period of highway cruising. Expect the transition to surface streets as you approach your destination in Corning. The prevalence of highway driving means you'll likely encounter fewer complex intersections but will need to be mindful of exit and merge points.
84% 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: 94.7 mi on US 64.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 64 and I 40. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 16.5 miles in near AR 331.
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 228.4 miles you will encounter 13 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 16.5 miles (AR 331): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.7 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 59.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
361 ft222 ft
Total Climb
72 ft
Total Descent
139 ft
Highest Point
361 ft
Elevation Range
139 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 Delaware, AR to Corning, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Pocahontas 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 4h 17m. Total distance: 228.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 94.7 miles on US 64. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 8 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.
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 16.5 miles (AR 331): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.7 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 59.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Possible but tiring. At 4.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Corning, AR, but most travelers stay overnight.
