Delaware, AR to Piggott, AR is 244.8 miles and takes about 4h 49m via US 64 and I 40, with a fuel budget near $39 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Arkansas, connecting the Southeast region from start to finish. It's primarily a highway drive, making it a straightforward option if you're looking to get from point A to point B efficiently. With a single recommended stop and a duration under five hours, it's a manageable one-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
122.4 miles from Delaware, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 21m 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
Vilonia Bypass
25.9 mi
32m
US 412
24.5 mi
30m
East Franklin Street
17.4 mi
26m
US 49
15 mi
22m
AR 22
9.2 mi
13m
State Highway 64
5.4 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
US 64
— 94.7 mi, about 1h 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Delaware, AR and Piggott, 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 right at fork onto US 412
0.5 mi·1 min·US 412
Toward US 412: Paragould, Walnut Ridge
15
Turn right onto US 412
24 mi·28 min·US 412
16
Turn left onto US 49Y
0.4 mi·37 sec·West Court Street
17
Turn left onto US 49; AR 1
1.7 mi·2 min·US 49; AR 1
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Continue on US 49; AR 1
6.6 mi·9 min·US 49; AR 1
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Continue on US 49; AR 1
3.1 mi·4 min·US 49; AR 1
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
20
Enter roundabout onto US 49; AR 1
85 ft·1 sec·East Franklin Street
21
Continue on US 49; AR 1
17 mi·26 min·East Franklin Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
22
Continue on US 49; AR 1
3.5 mi·5 min·US 49; AR 1
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
23
Turn left onto US 62
0.2 mi·20 sec·East Main Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
24
Turn right
197 ft·14 sec
25
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour 49-minute duration, departing in the morning is recommended to allow for a comfortable pace and potential brief stops. With only one suggested stop, you have significant flexibility in planning your timing. Keep an eye on fuel levels, as the estimated cost is $39. The longest continuous stretch without a major change in road type is 94.7 miles on US 64, so plan your breaks accordingly before you hit that segment. Since this is a single-day drive, aim to leave early enough to enjoy the scenery without feeling rushed.
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 122.4 miles from Delaware, AR, or about 2h 21m 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 54 miles or 1h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 122.4 miles or 2h 21m 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 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Piggott, 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 244.8 miles and 4h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 54 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 17
5 decision points cluster between mile 16.5 and 244.5 — 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
5
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 412
Keep slight right at fork onto US 412 toward US 412: Paragould, Walnut Ridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 412: Paragould, Walnut Ridge
6
244.5 mi into trip|~4h 48m in|US 62 / East Main Street
Turn left onto US 62 / East Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$33.98 one way
$67.97 round trip
$3.53/gal25.4 MPG avg86 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$3.95
$38.02
$76.04
premium
$4.29
$41.34
$82.67
diesel
$4.80
$46.22
$92.45
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 85.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
73.4
0
$25.70
$11.75
Efficient EV
61.2
0
$21.42
$9.79
EV Truck/SUV
97.9
1
$34.27
$15.67
Gas CO2
86 kg
EV CO2
29 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 Jul 18, 2026
Origin
Delaware, AR
Late night
in Delaware on Sunday
Local time
5:26 AM
CDT
Current temp
96°F
Sunny
WSW 0 to 5 mph6% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 4:25AM CDT until July 18 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Memphis TN
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 1:07AM CDT until July 18 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Little Rock AR
Destination
Piggott, AR
Late night
in Piggott on Sunday
Local time
5:26 AM
CDT
Current temp
94°F
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
W 5 to 10 mph17% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 4:25AM CDT until July 18 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Memphis TN
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 1:07AM CDT until July 18 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Little Rock AR
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
2 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 49m 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?
This route is predominantly highway, with 78% of the drive on faster roads. You'll experience a substantial stretch of 94.7 miles on US 64 before transitioning. The Vilonia Bypass is also part of the main roads, suggesting you'll navigate some bypass sections. Expect a more rural cruising feel for significant portions of this drive, interspersed with highway segments.
78% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 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?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 64 and I 40. You will hit about 17 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 Effort6/10
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 244.8 miles you will encounter 17 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
454 ft217 ft
Total Climb
318 ft
Total Descent
379 ft
Highest Point
454 ft
~17.5 mi in
Elevation Range
236 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 Piggott, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Walnut Ridge 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 49m. Total distance: 244.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). 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.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Piggott, AR before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 8 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
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 4.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Piggott, AR, but most travelers stay overnight.
