Origin
Hunter, AR
Late night in Hunter on Tuesday
Local time
5:39 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hunter, AR to Barson, 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
11m
Distance
7.4 mi
12 km
Drive Score
4/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 10m
★
6 AM
0h 11m
8 AM
0h 13m
10 AM
0h 12m
12 PM
0h 12m
3 PM
0h 12m
5 PM
0h 13m
8 PM
0h 10m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Barson, AR
Andrea Piacquadio
Trip Overview
Hunter, AR to Barson, AR is 7.4 miles and takes about 11 minutes via US 49, with a fuel budget near $1 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This brief journey stays within the Southeast region of Arkansas, offering a straightforward drive. It's a very short trip, perfect for when you just need to get from point A to point B without much fuss. Given the minimal distance, you won't need to worry about extensive planning or long stretches of travel time.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 49 | 7.4 mi | 11m |
Longest stretch:
US 49
— 7.4 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hunter, AR and Barson, AR.
1
Start on US 49; US 63
7.4 mi
·
11 min
·
US 49; US 63
2
Arrive at destination
US 49; US 63
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.12 one way
$2.24 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $1.23 | $2.45 |
| premium | $4.56 | $1.33 | $2.66 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.63 | $3.27 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.2 | 0 | $0.78 | $0.36 |
| Efficient EV | 1.9 | 0 | $0.65 | $0.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3 | 0 | $1.04 | $0.47 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Barson, AR
Late night in Barson on Tuesday
Local time
5:39 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
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
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
11m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is entirely highway-focused, with 100% of the drive taking place on US 49. You'll experience a consistent driving environment for the entire 7.4 miles, which is also the longest uninterrupted stretch. Expect a predictable and efficient journey without the need to navigate complex intersections or varied road types. The drive is essentially a brief segment on a main highway, making it a no-frills experience for your travel.
100% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
2 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 7.4 mi on US 49.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 49. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Hunter, AR to Barson, AR is easy. At 11m with 100% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Hunter, AR to Barson, AR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 11m. Total distance: 7.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (100%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 7.4 miles on US 49. 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.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Hunter, AR to Barson, AR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Barson, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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