Origin
Palestine, AR
Afternoon in Palestine on Sunday
Local time
2:36 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Palestine, 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
31m
Distance
12.2 mi
20 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 29m
★
6 AM
0h 32m
8 AM
0h 37m
10 AM
0h 33m
12 PM
0h 33m
3 PM
0h 34m
5 PM
0h 37m
8 PM
0h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Palestine, AR
Efrem Efre
Dalton, AR
Andrea Piacquadio
Trip Overview
This short, 12.2-mile drive from Palestine to Dalton in Arkansas will take you about 31 minutes, making it a perfect, quick excursion. Primarily on AR 231, AR 93, and AR 251, this route is almost entirely highway, offering a straightforward journey. With a minimal fuel cost estimated at just $2, it's an economical option for a half-day trip. Since it's so brief, you can easily fit it into a larger itinerary or enjoy it as a standalone adventure without needing an overnight stay. The journey stays within the Southeast region of Arkansas, maintaining a consistent feel throughout.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| AR 231 | 6.1 mi | 14m |
| AR 93 | 2.8 mi | 6m |
| AR 251 | 2 mi | 4m |
| Palestine Road | 1 mi | 4m |
| County Road 383 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
AR 231
— 6.1 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Palestine, AR and Dalton, AR.
1
Start on Palestine Road
1.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Palestine Road
2
Turn left onto AR 251
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
AR 251
3
Turn right 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 1 and 12 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
1 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
AR 251
Turn left onto AR 251
Navigation decision point
4
3.1 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
AR 231
Turn right onto AR 231
Navigation decision point
4
9.2 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
AR 93
At end of road, turn right onto AR 93
Navigation decision point
3
12 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
County Road 383
Turn right onto County Road 383
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.84 one way
$3.68 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $2.02 | $4.05 |
| premium | $4.56 | $2.19 | $4.38 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.69 | $5.39 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.7 | 0 | $1.28 | $0.59 |
| Efficient EV | 3.1 | 0 | $1.07 | $0.49 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.9 | 0 | $1.71 | $0.78 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
2:36 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
31m 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 90% of this trip, meaning you'll spend most of your time on well-maintained roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 6.1 miles along AR 231, offering a good amount of time to settle into a rhythm. This route isn't about winding backroads; it's designed for efficient travel. You'll experience a consistent driving feel, predominantly on established state highways, rather than a mix of varied road types. It’s a drive built for moving efficiently from point A to point B.
90% 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: 6.1 mi on AR 231.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on AR 231 and AR 93. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1 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 31m 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 1 miles (AR 251): Navigation decision point; at 3.1 miles (AR 231): Navigation decision point; at 9.2 miles (AR 93): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 31m. Total distance: 12.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 6.1 miles on AR 231. 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 1 miles (AR 251): Navigation decision point; at 3.1 miles (AR 231): Navigation decision point; at 9.2 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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