Origin
Kentucky, AR
Late night in Kentucky on Tuesday
Local time
5:49 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kentucky, AR to Malvern, 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
35m
Distance
27.8 mi
45 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 32m
★
6 AM
0h 35m
8 AM
0h 41m
10 AM
0h 37m
12 PM
0h 37m
3 PM
0h 38m
5 PM
0h 41m
8 PM
0h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kentucky, AR
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Malvern, AR
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel the 27.8 miles from Kentucky to Malvern, Arkansas, you can expect a quick journey lasting approximately 35 minutes. This trek is firmly rooted in the Southeast region and functions perfectly as a simple day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will navigate using a combination of Old Hot Springs Highway, I-30, and US 270B East to reach your destination. Budgeting about $4 for fuel should be sufficient for this short distance, making it an affordable excursion. Because this route involves zero scheduled stops, it is best suited for travelers who prefer a straightforward, efficient drive between these two Arkansas points.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 30 | 18.5 mi | 18m |
| Old Hot Springs Highway | 5.7 mi | 10m |
| US 270 | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| I-30 Frontage Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West Page Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 30
— 18.5 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kentucky, AR and Malvern, AR.
1
Start on AR 5
5.5 mi
·
9 min
·
Old Hot Springs Highway
2
Continue on AR 5
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Old Hot Springs Highway
3
Turn straight onto I-30 Frontage Road
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
I-30 Frontage Road
4
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
5
Merge onto I 30; US 67; US 70
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
I 30; US 67; US 70
6
Continue on I 30; US 70
16 mi
·
16 min
·
I 30; US 70
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Toward US 270B East: Malvern
8
Merge onto US 270
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
US 270
9
Turn right onto West Page Avenue
288 ft
·
7 sec
·
West Page Avenue
10
Turn right
73 ft
·
7 sec
11
Turn right
126 ft
·
9 sec
12
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 6 and 27.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
6 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
4
24.6 mi into trip
|
~29m in
Take the exit toward US 270B East: Malvern
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward US 270B East: Malvern
4
27.7 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
West Page Avenue
Turn right onto West Page Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
27.8 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
4
27.8 mi into trip
|
~35m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.20 one way
$8.40 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $4.61 | $9.22 |
| premium | $4.56 | $4.99 | $9.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.14 | $12.28 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.3 | 0 | $2.92 | $1.33 |
| Efficient EV | 7 | 0 | $2.43 | $1.11 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.89 | $1.78 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Malvern, AR
Late night in Malvern on Tuesday
Local time
5:49 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
35m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise on this 27.8-mile stretch. While you will eventually transition onto larger thoroughfares like I-30 and US 270B East, the route maintains a 0% highway share, emphasizing local roads over high-speed transit. You will not encounter any long, uninterrupted stretches, as the path along the Old Hot Springs Highway is defined by its frequent curves and local traffic patterns. Behind the wheel, you should be prepared for constant adjustments rather than settling into a cruise-control rhythm. The transition between these road types creates a dynamic, albeit compact, driving experience.
77% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.5 mi on I 30.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 30 and Old Hot Springs Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 6 miles in.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 35m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6 miles: Navigation decision point; at 24.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 27.7 miles (West Page Avenue): Navigation decision point.
About the Cities
Starting in Kentucky, AR
Full guide →“Bluegrass State” · Founded 1792
Kentucky is a Southern state of the United States; its state capital is Frankfort. Attractions include horse racing and beautiful lakes. It is home to famous food (Kentucky Fried Chicken, Hot Brown, and Burgoo), drink (bourbon whiskey) and music (bluegrass) traditions.
Top landmarks
- • United States Bullion Depository — building used for gold storage
- • Creation Museum — museum
- • Black Mountain — mountain in Kentucky, United States
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 35m. Total distance: 27.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 18.5 miles on I 30. 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 6 miles: Navigation decision point; at 24.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 27.7 miles (West Page Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Yes — Hot Springs National Park. 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 Malvern, 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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