Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 20, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
27m
Distance
16.6 mi
27 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kentucky, AR
Owen.outdoors
Traskwood, AR
Md Jawadur Rahman
Kentucky, AR to Traskwood, AR is 16.6 miles and takes about 27 minutes via AR 229 and I-30, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within Arkansas, moving from the Southeast region to another part of the Southeast. Given its brief length and focus on highway driving, this route is ideal for a quick transit rather than an extended excursion. It’s a straightforward journey primarily on main roads, perfect for when you need to get from point A to point B efficiently.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| AR 229 | 6 mi | 10m |
| Old Hot Springs Highway | 5.7 mi | 10m |
| I 30 | 2.3 mi | 2m |
| US Highway 67 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| US 67 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| I-30 Frontage Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Step-by-step road directions between Kentucky, AR and Traskwood, AR.
Start on AR 5
Continue on AR 5
Turn straight onto I-30 Frontage Road
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 30; US 67; US 70
Take the exit onto US 67
Turn left onto US 67
Turn left onto AR 229
At end of road, turn left onto AR 229
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 6 and 16.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
Merge onto I 30; US 67; US 70
Merge point - match speed before joining
Take the exit onto US 67 toward US 67 South: Arkansas Health Center
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Turn left onto US 67 / US Highway 67
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn left onto AR 229 / West Main Street
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$2.30 one way
$4.61 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.95 | $2.58 | $5.16 |
| premium | $4.29 | $2.80 | $5.61 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $3.13 | $6.27 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5 | 0 | $1.74 | $0.80 |
| Efficient EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.45 | $0.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.32 | $1.06 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Morning in Kentucky on Monday
Local time
6:13 AM
CDT
Current temp
90°F
Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Morning in Traskwood on Monday
Local time
6:13 AM
CDT
Current temp
91°F
Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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 predominantly highway-focused, with 64% of the drive utilizing major roads like I-30. You'll experience a significant stretch of 6 miles on AR 229, offering a taste of the main road before transitioning to faster sections. The character of the drive shifts as you move from AR 229 to Old Hot Springs Highway and finally onto I-30, providing a mix of local access and interstate speeds. Expect a generally smooth and direct experience, with minimal technical driving.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on AR 229 and Old Hot Springs Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 6 miles in.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 27m drive. You will face about 6 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 6.1 miles (I 30; US 67; US 70): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 8.4 miles (US 67): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
196 ft
Total Descent
229 ft
Highest Point
375 ft
~5.9 mi in
Elevation Range
90 ft
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
Fast_food
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Benton, AR
Cuisine: burger
Hours: Mo-Th 05:00-23:00; Fr-Sa 05:00-24:00; Su...
Visit websiteRestaurant
Early in the drive, right off the route
Cuisine: american
Hours: 24/7
Visit websiteFast_food
Early in the drive, right off the route
Benton, AR
Cuisine: sandwich
Hours: Mo-Th 10:00-22:30; Fr,Sa 10:00-23:00; Su...
Visit websiteRestaurant
Early in the drive, right off the route
Cuisine: pizza
Restaurant
Early in the drive, right off the route
Restaurant
Early in the drive, short detour
Hotel
Early in the drive, right off the route
Hotel
Early in the drive, right off the route
Hotel
Early in the drive, right off the route
Points of interest from OpenStreetMap contributors. Listings may not reflect current hours or availability.
“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
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 27m. Total distance: 16.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (64%). 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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