Origin
Imboden, AR
Morning in Imboden on Tuesday
Local time
8:25 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Imboden, AR to Calvin, 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
40m
Distance
26.4 mi
42 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 37m
★
6 AM
0h 40m
8 AM
0h 47m
10 AM
0h 43m
12 PM
0h 42m
3 PM
0h 43m
5 PM
0h 47m
8 PM
0h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Imboden, AR
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Calvin, AR
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Trip Overview
Imboden to Calvin is 26.4 miles and takes about 40 minutes via Lawrence Road 730, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays entirely within Arkansas, traversing the Southeast region. Expect a local, turn-heavy drive that's easy to manage in under an hour. Given its brevity, this route is ideal for a spontaneous day trip or as a quick connection between these two points without needing an overnight stay. You'll be on local roads for the majority of the journey.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West 3rd Street | 17.7 mi | 24m |
| Southwest Texas Street | 8.3 mi | 14m |
| Lawrence Road 730 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
West 3rd Street
— 17.7 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Imboden, AR and Calvin, AR.
1
Start on US 62; US 63; US 412
18 mi
·
24 min
·
West 3rd Street
Use the straight lane.
2
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
3
Turn right onto AR 367
8.3 mi
·
14 min
·
Southwest Texas Street
4
Turn left onto Lawrence Road 730
151 ft
·
6 sec
·
Lawrence Road 730
5
Arrive at destination
Lawrence Road 730
Heads-up: tricky spots
4 of 44 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 26.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 62; US 63; US 412 / West 3rd Street
Depart onto US 62; US 63; US 412 / West 3rd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
3
17.7 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
4
18 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
AR 367 / Southwest Texas Street
Turn right onto AR 367 / Southwest Texas Street
Navigation decision point
4
26.3 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
Lawrence Road 730
Turn left onto Lawrence Road 730
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.99 one way
$7.97 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $4.38 | $8.75 |
| premium | $4.56 | $4.74 | $9.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.83 | $11.66 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.9 | 0 | $2.77 | $1.27 |
| Efficient EV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.31 | $1.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.6 | 0 | $3.70 | $1.69 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Calvin, AR
Morning in Calvin on Tuesday
Local time
8:25 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°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
40m 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 characterized by its frequent turns, offering a local driving experience rather than an interstate cruise. With 0% highway share, you'll be navigating primarily on roads like West 3rd Street and Southwest Texas Street before transitioning to Lawrence Road 730. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 17.7 miles on West 3rd Street, providing a brief period of steady travel before more frequent directional changes. The profile suggests a route that demands attention to navigation, making it feel more like a series of interconnected local roads than a straightforward journey.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
5 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 17.7 mi on West 3rd Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 62; US 63; US 412 / West 3rd Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Imboden, AR to Calvin, AR is easy. At 40m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 62; US 63; US 412 / West 3rd Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 17.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 18 miles (AR 367 / Southwest Texas Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 40m. Total distance: 26.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 17.7 miles on West 3rd Street. 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: near the start (US 62; US 63; US 412 / West 3rd Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 17.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 18 miles (AR 367 / Southwest Texas Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Calvin, 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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