Traveling from Delaware to Diaz covers 151.8 miles across Arkansas, typically taking about 2 hours and 53 minutes to complete. This highway-focused trip is easily manageable as a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. Budgeting approximately $23 for fuel should be sufficient for the journey, which keeps your travel costs predictable. Because the route relies heavily on major arteries like US 64 and I-40, you can expect a fairly straightforward commute. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick change of scenery, this efficient connection between two Southeast locales offers a practical way to traverse the state.
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
75.9 miles from Delaware, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 29m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 64
57.4 mi
58m
I 40
42.1 mi
42m
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
East Oak Street
1.8 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
US 64
— 57.4 mi, about 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Delaware, AR and Diaz, 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
57 mi·58 min·US 64
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi·46 sec
Toward AR 18: Newport, Grubbs
15
Turn left onto AR 18
0.9 mi·1 min·Air Base Road
16
Continue on AR 18
0.8 mi·1 min·Martin Luther King Highway
17
Turn right onto North Main Street
30 ft·0 sec·North Main Street
18
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a sub-three-hour trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best, though leaving early helps you avoid potential congestion on the interstate segments. Plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and refresh, as the nearly three-hour duration can be taxing without a break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before starting the 57.4-mile stretch on US 64 to ensure you don't run low in a less populated area. Because the drive is straightforward, you can easily complete the entire 151.8-mile distance in one go. Staying mindful of the transition between the Vilonia Bypass and the major highway sections will help you maintain a smooth, stress-free pace throughout the day.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 75.9 miles from Delaware, AR, or about 1h 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 57.4 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 33 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 75.9 miles or 1h 29m 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 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Diaz, 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 151.8 miles and 2h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 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 57.4 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 14.2 and 149.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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14.2 mi into trip|~20m in|US 64 / East Main Street
Turn right onto US 64 / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
6
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
5
59.3 mi into trip|~1h 7m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
149.9 mi into trip|~2h 49m in
Take the exit toward AR 18: Newport, Grubbs
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward AR 18: Newport, Grubbs
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.93 one way
$45.85 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg53 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$25.17
$50.33
premium
$4.56
$27.25
$54.49
diesel
$5.61
$33.52
$67.03
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 53.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
45.5
0
$15.94
$7.29
Efficient EV
38
0
$13.28
$6.07
EV Truck/SUV
60.7
0
$21.25
$9.72
Gas CO2
53 kg
EV CO2
18 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 Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Delaware, AR
Late night
in Delaware on Sunday
Local time
2:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Diaz, AR
Late night
in Diaz on Sunday
Local time
2:55 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
1 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
2h 53m 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?
You will spend about 75% of your time on highways, making this a drive defined by steady speeds and efficiency. The road transitions between the Vilonia Bypass, I-40, and US 64, providing a mix of interstate transit and arterial highway driving. You should prepare for a longest uninterrupted stretch of 57.4 miles on US 64, which will require sustained attention behind the wheel. While the route is largely focused on getting you to your destination quickly, the changing road types keep the experience from feeling like a static interstate grind. Expect a functional, high-speed pace that prioritizes directness over winding scenic detours.
75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 57.4 mi on US 64.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 64 and I 40. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 14.2 miles in near US 64 / East Main Street.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 53m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 14.2 miles (US 64 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 16.5 miles (AR 331): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.7 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
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.
The longest stretch is about 57.4 miles on US 64. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 14.2 miles (US 64 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 16.5 miles (AR 331): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.7 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Diaz, AR before heading back.
