Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 20, 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
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Barson, AR
Andrea Piacquadio
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.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 49 | 7.4 mi | 11m |
Step-by-step road directions between Hunter, AR and Barson, AR.
Start on US 49; US 63
Arrive at destination
Regular Gas
$1.15 one way
$2.30 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $1.27 | $2.54 |
| premium | $4.71 | $1.37 | $2.74 |
| diesel | $6.18 | $1.80 | $3.60 |
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, 2026-10-12.
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Hunter on Tuesday
Local time
1:11 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Mostly Clear
Destination
Afternoon in Barson on Tuesday
Local time
1:11 PM
CDT
Current temp
45°F
Clear
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
21 ft
Total Descent
14 ft
Highest Point
219 ft
~3.2 mi in
Elevation Range
11 ft
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
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.
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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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