Origin
Kibler, AR
Late night in Kibler on Sunday
Local time
2:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kibler, AR to Chester, AR
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
28m
Distance
21.6 mi
35 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 26m
★
6 AM
0h 29m
8 AM
0h 34m
10 AM
0h 30m
12 PM
0h 30m
3 PM
0h 31m
5 PM
0h 33m
8 PM
0h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kibler, AR
Tima Miroshnichenko
Chester, AR
Andrea Piacquadio
Trip Overview
Kibler, AR to Chester, AR is 21.6 miles and takes about 28 minutes via I 49 and Henry Street, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Southeast region of Arkansas, making it a convenient local journey. Expect a drive that primarily utilizes the interstate, offering a straightforward connection between these two points. Given its brief duration, this route is ideal for a quick errand, a connection to another nearby trip, or a simple day excursion. Plan for minimal travel time and a focus on efficient transit.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 49 | 13.9 mi | 13m |
| Henry Street | 2 mi | 3m |
| East Kibler Highway | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| East Front Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| US 71 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Marsha Woolly Drive | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| US Highway 71 North | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| US Highway 64 East | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 49
— 13.9 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kibler, AR and Chester, AR.
1
Start on Thornhill Street
72 ft
·
5 sec
·
Thornhill Street
2
Turn right onto AR 162
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
East Kibler Highway
3
Continue on AR 162
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Henry Street
4
Continue on AR 162
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Marsha Woolly Drive
5
Turn left onto US 64; AR 162
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
US Highway 64 East
6
Turn slight right
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
7
Turn slight right onto US 71B; AR 162
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
US Highway 71 North
8
Turn left onto US 71
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
US 71
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
10
Continue on I 49
14 mi
·
13 min
·
I 49
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward Chester
12
Turn right onto AR 282
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East Front Avenue
13
Turn right onto Turner
364 ft
·
21 sec
·
Turner
14
Turn left onto East Central Avenue
163 ft
·
7 sec
·
East Central Avenue
15
Arrive at destination
East Central Avenue
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 21.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
AR 162 / East Kibler Highway
Turn right onto AR 162 / East Kibler Highway
Navigation decision point
4
4.5 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
US 64; AR 162 / US Highway 64 East
Turn left onto US 64; AR 162 / US Highway 64 East
Navigation decision point
4
5.2 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
US 71
Turn left onto US 71
Navigation decision point
4
5.9 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
5
21.5 mi into trip
|
~28m in
|
East Central Avenue
Turn left onto East Central Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.26 one way
$6.52 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $3.58 | $7.16 |
| premium | $4.56 | $3.88 | $7.75 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.77 | $9.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.5 | 0 | $2.27 | $1.04 |
| Efficient EV | 5.4 | 0 | $1.89 | $0.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.02 | $1.38 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Chester, AR
Late night in Chester on Sunday
Local time
2:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
70°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
4 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
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?
This route is primarily a highway-focused drive, with 71% of the journey on major roadways like I 49. You'll experience a substantial uninterrupted stretch of 13.9 miles on I 49, allowing for consistent speed and minimal interruptions. The drive begins on roads like Henry Street and East Kibler Highway before merging onto the interstate. The character remains largely highway-oriented throughout, providing a predictable and efficient travel experience. Expect a smooth ride with limited technical driving.
71% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 13.9 mi on I 49.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 49 and Henry Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near AR 162 / East Kibler Highway.
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 28m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (AR 162 / East Kibler Highway): Navigation decision point; at 4.5 miles (US 64; AR 162 / US Highway 64 East): Navigation decision point; at 5.2 miles (US 71): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 28m. Total distance: 21.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (71%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 13.9 miles on I 49. 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 (AR 162 / East Kibler Highway): Navigation decision point; at 4.5 miles (US 64; AR 162 / US Highway 64 East): Navigation decision point; at 5.2 miles (US 71): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Chester, 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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