Origin
Pocahontas, AR
Night in Pocahontas on Saturday
Local time
11:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pocahontas, AR to Middlebrook, AR
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
24m
Distance
16.1 mi
26 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 22m
★
6 AM
0h 24m
8 AM
0h 28m
10 AM
0h 26m
12 PM
0h 25m
3 PM
0h 26m
5 PM
0h 28m
8 PM
0h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pocahontas, AR
Azahel Calzada De La Luz
Middlebrook, AR
Md Jawadur Rahman
Trip Overview
Pocahontas to Middlebrook is 16.1 miles and takes about 24 minutes via Mansker Drive, with a fuel budget near $2 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short hop stays within Arkansas's Southeast region, offering a straightforward local drive. Given its brief distance and duration, this route is perfect for a quick transition between destinations or as part of a larger exploration of the area. Plan for a relaxed pace, as there's no need to rush.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Mansker Drive | 15.1 mi | 22m |
| North Thomasville Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Thomasville Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West Broadway Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| AR 115 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Mansker Drive
— 15.1 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pocahontas, AR and Middlebrook, AR.
1
Start on AR 90
453 ft
·
9 sec
·
West Broadway Street
2
Turn right onto AR 90
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
·
North Thomasville Street
3
Turn right onto AR 90
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
North Thomasville Street
4
Continue on AR 90
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Thomasville Street
5
Turn right onto AR 115
15 mi
·
22 min
·
Mansker Drive
6
Arrive at destination
AR 115
Heads-up: tricky spots
3 of 33 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
AR 90 / North Thomasville Street
Turn right onto AR 90 / North Thomasville Street
Navigation decision point
3
0.6 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
AR 90 / North Thomasville Street
Turn right onto AR 90 / North Thomasville Street
Navigation decision point
3
1 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
AR 115 / Mansker Drive
Turn right onto AR 115 / Mansker Drive
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.43 one way
$4.86 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $2.67 | $5.34 |
| premium | $4.56 | $2.89 | $5.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.55 | $7.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.69 | $0.77 |
| Efficient EV | 4 | 0 | $1.41 | $0.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.4 | 0 | $2.25 | $1.03 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Middlebrook, AR
Night in Middlebrook on Saturday
Local time
11:49 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
24m 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?
This route is characterized by its frequent turns, making it a true local experience rather than a highway cruise, as it features zero highway miles. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 15.1 miles along Mansker Drive. You'll primarily navigate using Mansker Drive, North Thomasville Street, and Thomasville Street. Expect a driving personality that requires attention to navigation but offers a glimpse into the local road network.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
6 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 15.1 mi on Mansker Drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
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 0.1 miles in near AR 90 / North Thomasville Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Pocahontas, AR to Middlebrook, AR is easy. At 24m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (AR 90 / North Thomasville Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (AR 90 / North Thomasville Street): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (AR 115 / Mansker Drive): Navigation decision point.
Discover Along the Route
Interesting stops within a short detour of your drive.
Bluebird Coffee Shop & Tea House
Cafe
Near the start, right off the route
0.1 mi from route
Cuisine: coffee_shop
KFC
Fast_food
Near the start, right off the route
0.5 mi from route
~1 min detour
Pocahontas, AR
Cuisine: chicken
Visit websiteBella Vita
Restaurant
Near the start, right off the route
0.1 mi from route
Cuisine: italian
Sonic
Fast_food
Near the start, short detour
1.5 mi from route
~4 min detour
Pocahontas, AR
Cuisine: burger
Hours: Mo-Sa 06:00-22:00; Su 07:00-22:00
Visit websiteWendy's
Fast_food
Near the start, short detour
1.5 mi from route
~4 min detour
Cuisine: burger
Alexander Park
Park
Near the start, right off the route
0.6 mi from route
~1 min detour
Points of interest from OpenStreetMap contributors. Listings may not reflect current hours or availability.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 24m. Total distance: 16.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
24m 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 15.1 miles on Mansker Drive. 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 0.1 miles (AR 90 / North Thomasville Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (AR 90 / North Thomasville Street): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (AR 115 / Mansker Drive): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Middlebrook, 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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