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Trip from Lincoln, AR to Pine Bluff, AR

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 14m

Distance

235.8 mi

380 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$36

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

17 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
4h 2m ★
6 AM
4h 15m
8 AM
4h 41m
10 AM
4h 24m
12 PM
4h 22m
3 PM
4h 26m
5 PM
4h 40m
8 PM
4h 7m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Arkansas, United States

Lincoln, AR

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city in and county seat of Jefferson County, Arkansas, United States

Pine Bluff, AR

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Trip Overview

This 236.1-mile journey from Lincoln to Pine Bluff, Arkansas, is a manageable one-day trip, estimated to take around 3 hours and 36 minutes. With a fuel cost of approximately $36, it's an economical option for exploring within the Southeast region. The route primarily uses local roads, indicated by a 0% highway share, suggesting a more intimate, turn-heavy driving experience. Given its duration and character, this drive is best suited for a single day, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. The focus here is on the local landscape rather than high-speed travel.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

117.9 miles from Lincoln, AR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 10m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 40 140.4 mi 2h 21m
I 530 35 mi 35m
I 49 32.7 mi 32m
Hogeye Road 9.8 mi 17m
East Pridemore Drive 6.4 mi 9m
US 65B 5.6 mi 9m
US 65 4.6 mi 6m
South State Highway 265 0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 40 — 140.4 mi, about 2h 21m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Lincoln, AR and Pine Bluff, AR.

1

Start on Boyer Avenue

228 ft · 15 sec · Boyer Avenue
2

Turn left onto West Park Street

139 ft · 8 sec · West Park Street
3

Turn right onto Main Street

476 ft · 24 sec · Main Street
4

Turn left onto US 62

6.4 mi · 9 min · East Pridemore Drive
5

Turn right onto Hogeye Road

5.6 mi · 9 min · Hogeye Road
6

At end of road, turn left onto AR 265

0.1 mi · 10 sec · South State Highway 265
7

Turn straight onto AR 156

4.2 mi · 7 min · Hogeye Road
8

At end of road, turn left onto AR 170

457 ft · 9 sec · Phillips Street
9

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 19 sec
10

Merge onto I 49

33 mi · 32 min · I 49
11

Keep slight left at fork

0.6 mi · 49 sec
Toward I 40 East: Alma, Little Rock
12

Merge onto I 40; US 71

140 mi · 2 hr 21 min · I 40; US 71
13

Take the exit onto US 65

4.6 mi · 6 min · US 65
14

Keep slight left at fork onto I 530; US 65; US 167

35 mi · 35 min · I 530; US 65; US 167
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
15

Take the exit onto US 65B

5.6 mi · 9 min · US 65B
16

Turn right onto North Pine Street

302 ft · 18 sec · North Pine Street
17

Turn left onto West Barraque Street

312 ft · 15 sec · West Barraque Street
18

Turn right onto South Main Street

349 ft · 15 sec · South Main Street
19

Arrive at destination

South Main Street

Trip Plan

For this 236.1-mile drive, consider an early start to maximize daylight and enjoy the local roads at your own pace. Since it's a one-day trip and primarily local, you'll have flexibility with stops. The estimated fuel cost is around $36, so plan accordingly. Keep an eye out for frequent turns, as the route is described as 'turn-heavy.' A practical tip for this specific drive: be mindful of your speed through populated areas on Main Street and East Pridemore Drive, as these are likely to be more active and may have lower speed limits than highway travel.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 117.9 miles from Lincoln, AR, or about 2h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 140.4 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 52 miles or 1h 3m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 117.9 miles or 2h 10m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 27m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pine Bluff, AR than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Lincoln, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Lincoln, AR

This is one driving day of about 235.8 miles and 4h 14m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 52 miles from Lincoln, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 140.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Delaware, AR, AR

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Delaware, AR

118 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.

Popular next leg

Delaware, AR to Pine Bluff, AR

131 mi · 2h 26m

Pacing Suggestions

Alma, AR

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 52 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Delaware, AR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 117.9 miles from Lincoln, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 140.4 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Lucky's

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Pine Bluff, Arkansas

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 235.8

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+18705342825

Visit website

Old South Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Russellville, Arkansas

0.7 mi

Shark Bites Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Pine Bluff, Arkansas

1.8 mi

Top Coffee Stop

West Fork Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

West Fork, Arkansas

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 16.8

Hours: 6 am–3 pm

+14792943041

Visit website

Lucky's

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 235.8

Pine Bluff, Arkansas

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+18705342825

Visit website

Old South Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 117.9

Russellville, Arkansas

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+14799683789

Visit website

Shark Bites Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour Inexpensiv mile 235.8

Pine Bluff, Arkansas

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+18708504888

Lybrand's | Bakery & Deli

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 235.8

Pine Bluff, Arkansas

+18705344607

Visit website

Chick-fil-A

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour Inexpensiv mile 117.9

Russellville, Arkansas

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+14799670220

Visit website

Mom & Pops Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 235.8

Pine Bluff, Arkansas

Hours: 4:30 am–2 pm

+18705342085

Mammoth Orange Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 219

Redfield, Arkansas

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+15013972347

Visit website

The Family Diner

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 219

Redfield, Arkansas

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+15013975008

West Fork Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 16.8

West Fork, Arkansas

Hours: 6 am–3 pm

+14792943041

Visit website

River City Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 185.3

Little Rock, Arkansas

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+15016611496

Visit website

Dark Side Coffee Lounge

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour $1 to $10 mile 185.3

North Little Rock, Arkansas

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 168.5

Conway, Arkansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 168.5

Conway, Arkansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Ozark Rest Area – Eastbound

0.1 mi from route

Overlook Rest Area - Westbound

0.1 mi from route

Big Piney Rest Area - Westbound

0.1 mi from route

Ozark Rest Area - Westbound

0.1 mi from route

Big Piney Rest Area – Eastbound

0.1 mi from route

Love's Travel Stop

0.1 mi from route

Pilot Travel Center

0.1 mi from route

Service Plaza

0.1 mi from route

Love's Travel Stop

0.1 mi from route

Flying J Travel Center

0.2 mi from route

Love's Travel Stop

0.2 mi from route

Service Plaza

0.2 mi from route

Love's Travel Stop

0.3 mi from route

TA

0.3 mi from route

QuikTrip

0.3 mi from route

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 16

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 235.8 — 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 | West Park Street

Turn left onto West Park Street

Navigation decision point

6
49.5 mi into trip | ~1h in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 40 East: Alma, Little Rock

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 40 East: Alma, Little Rock
6
195.1 mi into trip | ~3h 29m in | I 530; US 65; US 167

Keep slight left at fork onto I 530; US 65; US 167

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
5
235.7 mi into trip | ~4h 14m in | West Barraque Street

Turn left onto West Barraque Street

Navigation decision point

5
235.8 mi into trip | ~4h 14m in | South Main Street

Turn right onto South Main Street

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$35.61 one way

$71.22 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 83 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.21 $39.09 $78.19
premium $4.56 $42.32 $84.65
diesel $5.61 $52.06 $104.12

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$36

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$61–$86

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 82.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

17 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Cracker Barrel - Tesla Supercharger

North Little Rock, AR

Tesla

16 DCFC

Harps - Tesla Supercharger

Alma, AR

Tesla

12 DCFC

Lewis Plaza - Tesla Supercharger

Conway, AR

Tesla

12 DCFC

Workman's Travel Center - Tesla Supercharger

Ozark, AR

Tesla

8 DCFC

Walmart 66 (Clarksville, AR)

Clarksville, AR

Electrify America

4 DCFC

Cogswell Motors

Russellville, AR

EV Connect

4 DCFC

Smith Ford

Conway, AR

FORD_CHARGE

4 DCFC

Gwatney Buick GMC

North Little Rock, AR

Blink Network

4 DCFC

ChargePoint Network: 7 Tesla: 4 EV Connect: 2 Blink Network: 2 Electrify America: 1 FORD_CHARGE: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 70.7 0 $24.76 $11.32
Efficient EV 59 0 $20.63 $9.43
EV Truck/SUV 94.3 1 $33.01 $15.09

Gas CO2

83 kg

EV CO2

28 kg (66% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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.

Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026

Origin

Lincoln, AR

Night in Lincoln on Saturday

Local time

11:35 PM

CDT

Current temp

72°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Pine Bluff, AR

Night in Pine Bluff on Saturday

Local time

11:35 PM

CDT

Current temp

62°F

Partly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

SSW 10 mph 19% chance Live forecast

79°F

Delaware, AR

118 mi in

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

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

10 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

4h 14m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

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 for the entirety of this 236.1-mile route. With no highway segments, you'll be navigating through communities and varying road conditions for the full 3 hours and 36 minutes. There isn't a 'longest stretch' of uninterrupted driving, implying frequent turns and potential for slower speeds as you traverse local streets like West Park Street, Main Street, and East Pridemore Drive. This is a drive where you'll be more engaged with the immediate surroundings and less focused on covering distance quickly.

93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 140.4 mi on I 40.

How Hard Is This Drive?

5/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and I 530. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West Park Street.

Driving Effort 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 235.8 miles you will encounter 16 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (West Park Street): Navigation decision point; at 49.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 195.1 miles (I 530; US 65; US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Lincoln, AR to Pine Bluff, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Little Rock along the way.

Little Rock

49.5 mi in | ~1h

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 14m. Total distance: 235.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 140.4 miles on I 40. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (West Park Street): Navigation decision point; at 49.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 195.1 miles (I 530; US 65; US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Possible but tiring. At 4.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Pine Bluff, AR, but most travelers stay overnight.

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, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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