Piggott to Tennessee is 274.4 miles and takes about 5h 15m via US 412 and I-530, with a fuel budget near $39 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Arkansas, connecting the Southeast region from one point to another. Mostly highway driving means you'll cover ground efficiently. Given the 1 recommended day and manageable duration, this is a straightforward drive perfect for a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without an overnight stay.
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
137.2 miles from Piggott, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 42m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 412
94.7 mi
1h 38m
I 530
43.9 mi
45m
I 57
28.1 mi
29m
West Kings Highway
24.5 mi
29m
Highway 530
22.9 mi
26m
US 49
22.2 mi
33m
US 425
15.7 mi
20m
East Pfeiffer Street
6.2 mi
9m
Longest stretch:
US 412
— 94.7 mi, about 1h 38m
Traffic on I-530
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 8 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~852 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,084
Quietest
2 AM
~63 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
13.5×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 23 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Piggott, AR and Tennessee, AR.
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Start on this road
197 ft·19 sec·this road
2
Turn left onto US 62
0.2 mi·20 sec·West Main Street
3
Turn right onto US 49; AR 1
0.5 mi·45 sec·South Thornton Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
4
Continue on US 49; AR 1
6.2 mi·9 min·East Pfeiffer Street
Use the left / right lanes.
5
Continue on US 49; AR 1
14 mi·21 min·US 49; AR 1
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Enter roundabout onto US 49; AR 1
80 ft·1 sec·East Franklin Street
7
Continue on US 49; AR 1
3.5 mi·5 min·East Franklin Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
8
Continue on US 49; AR 1
3.5 mi·5 min·US 49; AR 1
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
9
Continue on US 49; AR 1
0.3 mi·22 sec·US 49; AR 1
Use the straight / left lanes.
10
Continue on US 49; AR 1
0.9 mi·1 min·US 49; AR 1
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on US 49; AR 1
2.0 mi·2 min·US 49; AR 1
Use the straight / left lanes.
12
Continue on US 49; AR 1
0.9 mi·1 min·US 49; AR 1
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
13
Continue on US 49; AR 1
0.5 mi·44 sec·US 49; AR 1
Use the straight lane.
14
Turn right onto US 49Y
0.4 mi·41 sec·West Court Street
15
Turn right onto US 412B
25 mi·29 min·West Kings Highway
16
Take the exit onto US 412
95 mi·1 hr 38 min·US 412
17
Continue on I 57; US 167
28 mi·29 min·I 57; US 167
18
Merge onto I 40; US 167
0.9 mi·1 min·I 40; US 167
19
Take the exit onto US 167
4.9 mi·6 min·US 167
Toward I 30 West, US 65 South, US 67 South, US 167 South: Little Rock
20
Keep slight left at fork onto I 530; US 65; US 167
44 mi·45 min·I 530; US 65; US 167
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
21
Take the exit
0.7 mi·52 sec
Exit 44Toward AR 530 South: Star City, Monticello
22
Continue on AR 530
23 mi·26 min·Highway 530
23
At end of road, turn left onto AR 11
2.0 mi·2 min·Highway 11
24
Turn right onto US 425
16 mi·20 min·US 425
25
Take the exit
226 ft·6 sec
26
Turn slight right onto US 278
2.6 mi·4 min·West Gaines Avenue
27
Turn left onto Tennessee Spur Road
0.3 mi·1 min·Tennessee Spur Road
28
Arrive at destination
Tennessee Spur Road
Trip Plan
Starting your drive from Piggott in the morning is advisable to make the most of the 5h 15m travel time and arrive in Tennessee with daylight to spare. With a recommended single day for this trip, you have flexibility in your stop schedule, but plan for one stop to break up the drive. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longest stretch of 94.7 miles on US 412, as services can be more spread out in some sections. The estimated fuel cost of $39 is a helpful budget marker for this particular drive.
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 137.2 miles from Piggott, AR, or about 2h 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 94.7 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 60 miles or 1h 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 137.2 miles or 2h 42m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tennessee, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Piggott, 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 Piggott, AR
This is one driving day of about 274.4 miles and 5h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 60 miles from Piggott, 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 US 412 for about 94.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 230 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|US 62 / West Main Street
Turn left onto US 62 / West Main Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|US 49; AR 1 / South Thornton Avenue
Turn right onto US 49; AR 1 / South Thornton Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
5
181.2 mi into trip|~3h 28m in|US 167
Take the exit onto US 167 toward I 30 West, US 65 South, US 67 South, US 167 South: Little Rock
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 30 West, US 65 South, US 67 South, US...
6
186.1 mi into trip|~3h 35m 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.
6
230 mi into trip|~4h 20m in
Take the exit toward AR 530 South: Star City, Monticello
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 44
Toward AR 530 South: Star City, Monticello
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$40.20 one way
$80.40 round trip
$3.72/gal25.4 MPG avg96 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.13
$44.63
$89.26
premium
$4.49
$48.46
$96.93
diesel
$5.60
$60.49
$120.97
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$40
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$65–$90
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 96 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
82.3
1
$28.81
$13.17
Efficient EV
68.6
0
$24.01
$10.98
EV Truck/SUV
109.8
1
$38.42
$17.56
Gas CO2
96 kg
EV CO2
32 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 Sep 1, 2026
Origin
Piggott, AR
Late night
in Piggott on Wednesday
Local time
1:13 AM
CDT
Current temp
94°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Tennessee, AR
Late night
in Tennessee on Wednesday
Local time
1:13 AM
CDT
Current temp
96°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 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
5h 15m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly highway, with 86% of the drive on high-speed roads. You'll experience a long stretch of 94.7 miles on US 412 before transitioning to other highways. Expect a consistent driving experience with fewer interruptions on the main thoroughfares. The highway profile suggests a generally smooth ride with ample opportunities for cruising.
86% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 94.7 mi on US 412.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 412 and I 530. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 62 / West Main Street.
Driving Effort6/10
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 274.4 miles you will encounter 12 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 (US 62 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 49; AR 1 / South Thornton Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 181.2 miles (US 167): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
401 ft205 ft
Total Climb
273 ft
Total Descent
336 ft
Highest Point
401 ft
~39.7 mi in
Elevation Range
196 ft
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 Piggott, AR to Tennessee, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Monticello along the way.
Tennessee is a US state in the South known for its rich history, music, and the Appalachian Mountains along its eastern border. Many visitors come to see Elvis Presley's home, Graceland, or the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 15m. Total distance: 274.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 94.7 miles on US 412. 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.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Tennessee, AR before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 62 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 49; AR 1 / South Thornton Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 181.2 miles (US 167): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.3 hours each way, a round trip means 10.5 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Tennessee, AR before the return drive.
