Origin
Dumas, AR
Late night in Dumas on Tuesday
Local time
3:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dumas, AR to Pine Bluff, AR
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
53m
Distance
40.9 mi
66 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
★
6 AM
0h 53m
8 AM
1h 2m
10 AM
0h 56m
12 PM
0h 56m
3 PM
0h 57m
5 PM
1h 2m
8 PM
0h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dumas, AR
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Pine Bluff, AR
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Trip Overview
Traveling the 41 miles from Dumas to Pine Bluff is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 43 minutes. Because this trip is short and located entirely within the Southeast region of Arkansas, it is perfectly suited for a quick day trip rather than an overnight excursion. You won’t need to worry about complex logistics, as the drive requires zero stops and carries a modest fuel budget of approximately $6. Navigating through local roads like Outer Drive, Martha Mitchell Expressway, and Convention Center Drive makes for a direct path between the two cities. If you are looking for a practical, low-effort commute, this route is an efficient way to transit between these Southeast Arkansas hubs.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 65 | 35.2 mi | 42m |
| Martha Mitchell Expressway | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| South Main Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Outer Drive | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| US 65B | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| East 2nd Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Convention Center Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 65
— 35.2 mi, about 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dumas, AR and Pine Bluff, AR.
1
Start on South Main Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
2
Turn slight right onto AR 159
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Outer Drive
3
At end of road, turn left onto US 65
35 mi
·
42 min
·
US 65
4
Take the exit onto US 65B
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
US 65B
5
Turn straight onto US 65B
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
US 65B
6
Merge onto US 63; US 79; US 65B
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Martha Mitchell Expressway
7
Turn left onto US 63B
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Convention Center Drive
8
Turn right onto East 2nd Avenue
0.2 mi
·
55 sec
·
East 2nd Avenue
9
Turn right onto South Main Street
46 ft
·
2 sec
·
South Main Street
10
Arrive at destination
South Main Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 40.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.5 miles from Dumas, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 65 decision points cluster between mile 1.8 and 40.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
US 65
At end of road, turn left onto US 65
Navigation decision point
3
37 mi into trip
|
~45m in
|
US 65B
Take the exit onto US 65B
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
4
40.6 mi into trip
|
~52m in
|
US 63B / Convention Center Drive
Turn left onto US 63B / Convention Center Drive
Navigation decision point
5
40.7 mi into trip
|
~52m in
|
East 2nd Avenue
Turn right onto East 2nd Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
40.9 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
South Main Street
Turn right onto South Main Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.18 one way
$12.35 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $6.78 | $13.56 |
| premium | $4.56 | $7.34 | $14.68 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.03 | $18.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.3 | 0 | $4.29 | $1.96 |
| Efficient EV | 10.2 | 0 | $3.58 | $1.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.4 | 0 | $5.73 | $2.62 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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.
Destination
Pine Bluff, AR
Late night in Pine Bluff on Tuesday
Local time
3:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Partly Cloudy
SSW 5 mph
1% chance
Live forecast
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
15 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
53m on the road
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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate haul, as this route features zero highway miles. You will be navigating local roadways for the entire 43-minute duration, requiring a bit more focus than a cruise-controlled highway sprint. Because the route relies on city-connected streets, the driving experience is characterized by frequent transitions rather than long, uninterrupted stretches. It is a functional path that prioritizes connectivity over high-speed travel, keeping you engaged with the local road network throughout the journey. Be prepared to navigate through various turns as you transition from the rural feel of Dumas toward the urban center of Pine Bluff.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 35.2 mi on US 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 65 and Martha Mitchell Expressway. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in near US 65.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Dumas, AR to Pine Bluff, AR is easy. At 53m with 95% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles (US 65): Navigation decision point; at 37 miles (US 65B): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 40.6 miles (US 63B / Convention Center Drive): Navigation decision point.
About the Cities
Starting in Dumas, AR
Full guide →Dumas is a small city in the Delta region of Arkansas.
Arriving in Pine Bluff, AR
Full guide →Pine Bluff is a historic city in the Timberlands region of Southern Arkansas.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 53m. Total distance: 40.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 35.2 miles on US 65. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles (US 65): Navigation decision point; at 37 miles (US 65B): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 40.6 miles (US 63B / Convention Center Drive): Navigation decision point.
Yes — Arkansas Post National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Pine Bluff, AR before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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