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
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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 3
3 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
$2.47 one way
$4.95 round trip
$3.90/gal25.4 MPG avg6 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.32
$2.74
$5.47
premium
$4.65
$2.95
$5.89
diesel
$5.35
$3.39
$6.78
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, 2026-06-01.
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.
Forecast as of Jun 2, 2026
Origin
Pocahontas, AR
Evening
in Pocahontas on Wednesday
Local time
8:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Sunny
NE 15 mph1% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued June 2 at 2:45PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued June 2 at 2:22PM CDT until June 2 at 3:15PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
Destination
Middlebrook, AR
Evening
in Middlebrook on Wednesday
Local time
8:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Sunny
NE 10 to 15 mph1% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued June 2 at 2:45PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued June 2 at 2:22PM CDT until June 2 at 3:15PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
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
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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 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 Effort1/10
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.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
489 ft286 ft
Total Climb
437 ft
Total Descent
330 ft
Highest Point
489 ft
~13.8 mi in
Elevation Range
204 ft
Detours Along the Way
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
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.
