Old South Restaurant
Near the start, right off the route
Russellville, Arkansas
Hours: 7 am–9 pm
+14799683789
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 57m
Distance
118.7 mi
191 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Delaware, AR
Christopher Santiago
Yellville, AR
Wikimedia Commons
Delaware, AR to Yellville, AR is 118.7 miles and takes about 2h 57m via Union Street, South Market Street, and Camp Street, with a fuel budget near $18 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Arkansas, traversing the Southeast region. You'll be sticking to surface roads for the entire trip, so expect a more local feel compared to highway cruising. It's a straightforward, same-day trip perfect for a relaxed excursion.
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
59.3 miles from Delaware, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 29m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| AR 123 | 32.2 mi | 56m |
| State Route 7 North | 31.2 mi | 46m |
| US 62 | 22.7 mi | 25m |
| Union Street | 9.9 mi | 14m |
| AR 22 | 9.2 mi | 13m |
| US 65 | 8.3 mi | 11m |
| South Market Street | 4.2 mi | 6m |
| Camp Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Delaware, AR and Yellville, AR.
Start on Fire Dept Loop
Turn left onto AR 22
Turn left onto AR 7
Continue on AR 7
Turn left onto AR 7
Continue on AR 7
Turn slight right onto AR 123
Turn sharp left onto US 65
Turn right onto US 62; US 412
Arrive at destination
Given the 2h 57m drive time, starting in the morning allows ample daylight to reach Yellville, AR, with plenty of time to spare. The $18 fuel estimate is quite manageable, so you likely won't need to stress about finding gas stations, but it's always wise to top off before heading out. This is a short enough drive that you can be flexible with your departure time and any brief stops you might want to make along the way. Keep an eye out for local road signs as you navigate the surface streets for the entire 118.7 miles.
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.
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 26 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.3 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 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Yellville, AR than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Delaware, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 118.7 miles and 2h 57m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
59 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Best meal stop · first break window
Russellville, Arkansas
Near the start, right off the route
Hours: 7 am–9 pm
+14799683789
Near the start, right off the route
Russellville, Arkansas
Hours: 7 am–9 pm
+14799683789
Visit websiteNear the start, ~9 min detour
Russellville, Arkansas
Hours: 6 am–10 pm
+14799670220
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 95.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto AR 22
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto AR 7 / Union Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto AR 7 / Camp Street
Navigation decision point
Turn sharp left onto US 65
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Turn right onto US 62; US 412
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$17.93 one way
$35.85 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $19.68 | $39.36 |
| premium | $4.56 | $21.31 | $42.61 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.21 | $52.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 35.6 | 0 | $12.46 | $5.70 |
| Efficient EV | 29.7 | 0 | $10.39 | $4.75 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 47.5 | 0 | $16.62 | $7.60 |
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 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 Delaware on Tuesday
Local time
5:20 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in Yellville on Tuesday
Local time
5:20 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
73°F
Harrison, AR
59 mi in
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
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
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.
This route is entirely on surface roads, with 0% highway driving. You'll be navigating local streets like Union Street, South Market Street, and Camp Street for the full 118.7 miles. Since there's no highway portion, you can anticipate consistent speeds without significant changes, though you might encounter more intersections than on a limited-access road. The longest stretch without a stop is not specified, but with a 2h 57m duration, you'll likely find opportunities to pull over as needed.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on AR 123 and State Route 7 North. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near AR 22.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Delaware, AR to Yellville, AR is easy. At 2h 57m with 87% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (AR 22): Navigation decision point; at 9.3 miles (AR 7 / Union Street): Navigation decision point; at 23.4 miles (AR 7 / Camp Street): Navigation decision point.
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.
Yellville is a city of 1,200 people (2019) in the Ozarks region of Arkansas. Flippin is 7 mi NE of Yellville.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 57m. Total distance: 118.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). 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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