Origin
Knobel, AR
Morning in Knobel on Tuesday
Local time
11:49 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Knobel, AR to Brookings, 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
16m
Distance
8 mi
13 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 15m
★
6 AM
0h 16m
8 AM
0h 19m
10 AM
0h 17m
12 PM
0h 17m
3 PM
0h 17m
5 PM
0h 19m
8 PM
0h 15m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Knobel, AR
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Brookings, AR
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Trip Overview
This short 8-mile drive from Knobel, Arkansas to Brookings, Arkansas will only take about 16 minutes, making it a perfect addition to any local exploration. With a minimal fuel cost of around $1, you won't need to worry about budgeting for gas on this quick trip. The route stays within the Southeast region of Arkansas, offering a glimpse into local life as you navigate through familiar roads. Since it's such a brief journey, it's ideal for a single-day outing and requires no overnight stays. The drive is best characterized as a turn-heavy local experience, so be prepared for frequent adjustments.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Main Street | 4.5 mi | 7m |
| Southwest Elm Street | 3.4 mi | 8m |
| County Road 201 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Main Street
— 4.5 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Knobel, AR and Brookings, AR.
1
Start on AR 90
4.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto AR 280
3.4 mi
·
8 min
·
Southwest Elm Street
3
Turn right onto County Road 201
82 ft
·
3 sec
·
County Road 201
4
Arrive at destination
County Road 201
Heads-up: tricky spots
2 of 22 decision points cluster between mile 4.5 and 7.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
4.5 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
AR 280 / Southwest Elm Street
Turn right onto AR 280 / Southwest Elm Street
Navigation decision point
3
7.9 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
County Road 201
Turn right onto County Road 201
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.21 one way
$2.42 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $1.33 | $2.65 |
| premium | $4.56 | $1.44 | $2.87 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.77 | $3.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.4 | 0 | $0.84 | $0.38 |
| Efficient EV | 2 | 0 | $0.70 | $0.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.2 | 0 | $1.12 | $0.51 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Brookings, AR
Morning in Brookings on Tuesday
Local time
11:49 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
16m 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 very local feel on this drive, as indicated by its 'turn-heavy local drive' profile. There's no highway share to speak of, meaning you'll be sticking to surface streets and county roads for the entire 8 miles. The longest stretch you'll encounter without a turn is 4.5 miles along Main Street. This suggests a route that winds through communities rather than a direct, high-speed connection, so keep your speed moderate and be attentive to intersections.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
4 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 4.5 mi on Main 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 around 4.5 miles in near AR 280 / Southwest Elm Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Knobel, AR to Brookings, AR is easy. At 16m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.5 miles (AR 280 / Southwest Elm Street): Navigation decision point; at 7.9 miles (County Road 201): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 16m. Total distance: 8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
16m 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 4.5 miles on Main 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: at 4.5 miles (AR 280 / Southwest Elm Street): Navigation decision point; at 7.9 miles (County Road 201): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Brookings, 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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