Origin
Maynard, AR
Afternoon in Maynard on Sunday
Local time
2:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Maynard, AR to Dalton, AR
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
46m
Distance
18.9 mi
30 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 42m
★
6 AM
0h 46m
8 AM
0h 54m
10 AM
0h 49m
12 PM
0h 48m
3 PM
0h 49m
5 PM
0h 53m
8 PM
0h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Maynard, AR
Md Jawadur Rahman
Dalton, AR
Andrea Piacquadio
Trip Overview
This 18.9-mile journey from Maynard, Arkansas to Dalton, Arkansas is a short, straightforward drive that can easily be completed in about 46 minutes. As it stays within the Southeast region of Arkansas, you won't experience significant geographical shifts. With a projected fuel cost of just $3, this route is incredibly budget-friendly, making it an ideal candidate for a day trip. The drive is almost entirely on highways, offering a consistent and efficient travel experience. Given its brevity, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience without needing to plan for overnight stops.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| AR 328 | 7.4 mi | 17m |
| AR 231 | 6.1 mi | 14m |
| AR 93 | 2.8 mi | 6m |
| AR 251 | 2.4 mi | 5m |
| County Road 383 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
AR 328
— 7.4 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maynard, AR and Dalton, AR.
1
Start on AR 328
7.4 mi
·
17 min
·
AR 328
2
At end of road, turn right onto AR 251
2.4 mi
·
5 min
·
AR 251
3
Turn left onto AR 231
6.1 mi
·
14 min
·
AR 231
4
At end of road, turn right onto AR 93
2.8 mi
·
6 min
·
AR 93
5
Turn right onto County Road 383
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
·
County Road 383
6
Arrive at destination
County Road 383
Heads-up: tricky spots
4 of 44 decision points cluster between mile 7.4 and 18.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
7.4 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
AR 251
At end of road, turn right onto AR 251
Navigation decision point
3
9.7 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
AR 231
Turn left onto AR 231
Navigation decision point
4
15.8 mi into trip
|
~38m in
|
AR 93
At end of road, turn right onto AR 93
Navigation decision point
3
18.7 mi into trip
|
~45m in
|
County Road 383
Turn right onto County Road 383
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.85 one way
$5.71 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $3.13 | $6.27 |
| premium | $4.56 | $3.39 | $6.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.17 | $8.35 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.7 | 0 | $1.98 | $0.91 |
| Efficient EV | 4.7 | 0 | $1.65 | $0.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.65 | $1.21 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Dalton, AR
Afternoon in Dalton on Sunday
Local time
2:33 PM
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
46m 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 highway-focused drive for 99% of this trip, meaning you'll be on well-maintained roads for its entirety. The primary roads guiding you are AR 328, AR 231, and AR 93. You'll encounter the longest uninterrupted stretch of 7.4 miles on AR 328, providing a good period of steady driving. This route is designed for efficient travel rather than scenic detours, offering a predictable and smooth experience behind the wheel.
99% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
6 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 7.4 mi on AR 328.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on AR 328 and AR 231. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 7.4 miles in near AR 251.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 46m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7.4 miles (AR 251): Navigation decision point; at 9.7 miles (AR 231): Navigation decision point; at 15.8 miles (AR 93): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 46m. Total distance: 18.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (99%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 7.4 miles on AR 328. 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 7.4 miles (AR 251): Navigation decision point; at 9.7 miles (AR 231): Navigation decision point; at 15.8 miles (AR 93): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Dalton, 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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