Origin
Kentucky, AR
Late night in Kentucky on Tuesday
Local time
3:06 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kentucky, AR to Ola, 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
1h 28m
Distance
66.2 mi
107 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 22m
★
6 AM
1h 28m
8 AM
1h 42m
10 AM
1h 33m
12 PM
1h 32m
3 PM
1h 34m
5 PM
1h 41m
8 PM
1h 24m
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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Ola, AR
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Kentucky to Ola, Arkansas, expect a localized 66.2-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 28 minutes to complete. Because this trip is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can anticipate spending roughly $9 on fuel for the entire trip, making it a very affordable trek through the Southeast. The route primarily relies on Hot Springs Highway, Old Hot Springs Highway, and Park Avenue rather than major interstates. It is a straightforward trip that allows you to reach your destination without the need for complex multi-day planning.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| AR 7 | 45.1 mi | 51m |
| Old Hot Springs Highway | 12.3 mi | 21m |
| Park Avenue | 7.4 mi | 12m |
| Hot Springs Highway | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| South Scenic 7 Drive | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Pennington Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
AR 7
— 45.1 mi, about 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kentucky, AR and Ola, AR.
1
Start on AR 5
6.3 mi
·
11 min
·
Old Hot Springs Highway
2
Continue on AR 5
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Hot Springs Highway
3
Continue on AR 5
5.9 mi
·
10 min
·
Old Hot Springs Highway
4
Continue on AR 5
7.4 mi
·
12 min
·
Park Avenue
5
Enter roundabout onto AR 7
50 ft
·
0 sec
·
AR 7
6
Continue on AR 7
45 mi
·
50 min
·
AR 7
7
At end of road, turn right onto AR 7
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
AR 7
8
At end of road, turn left onto AR 7; AR 10
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
South Scenic 7 Drive
9
Turn right onto East Pennington Street
67 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Pennington Street
10
Arrive at destination
East Pennington Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.1 miles from Kentucky, 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
4 of 44 decision points cluster between mile 20.8 and 66.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
20.8 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
AR 7
Enter roundabout onto AR 7
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
65.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 27m in
|
AR 7
At end of road, turn right onto AR 7
Navigation decision point
4
65.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 27m in
|
AR 7; AR 10 / South Scenic 7 Drive
At end of road, turn left onto AR 7; AR 10 / South Scenic 7 Drive
Navigation decision point
4
66.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 28m in
|
East Pennington Street
Turn right onto East Pennington Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.00 one way
$20.00 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $10.98 | $21.95 |
| premium | $4.56 | $11.88 | $23.76 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.62 | $29.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.9 | 0 | $6.95 | $3.18 |
| Efficient EV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.79 | $2.65 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.5 | 0 | $9.27 | $4.24 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Ola, AR
Late night in Ola on Tuesday
Local time
3:06 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°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
1h 28m 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?
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route features zero highway miles, forcing you to navigate local roads for the duration of the trip. Because there are no long stretches on the Hot Springs Highway, you will find the road requires constant adjustments and careful maneuvering. The character of the drive remains consistent from start to finish, keeping you engaged with the local road network rather than high-speed cruising. Expect a technical experience that feels much more hands-on than a standard highway commute.
68% 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: 45.1 mi on AR 7.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on AR 7 and Old Hot Springs Highway. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 20.8 miles in near AR 7.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Kentucky, AR to Ola, AR is easy. At 1h 28m with 68% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 20.8 miles (AR 7): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 65.7 miles (AR 7): Navigation decision point; at 65.9 miles (AR 7; AR 10 / South Scenic 7 Drive): 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 1h 28m. Total distance: 66.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (68%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 45.1 miles on AR 7. 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 20.8 miles (AR 7): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 65.7 miles (AR 7): Navigation decision point; at 65.9 miles (AR 7; AR 10 / South Scenic 7 Drive): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Ola, 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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