Origin
Ravenden Springs, AR
Afternoon in Ravenden Springs on Sunday
Local time
1:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ravenden Springs, AR to Shannon, AR
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
39m
Distance
28.5 mi
46 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 36m
★
6 AM
0h 39m
8 AM
0h 46m
10 AM
0h 41m
12 PM
0h 41m
3 PM
0h 42m
5 PM
0h 45m
8 PM
0h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ravenden Springs, AR
Mohamed B.
Shannon, AR
Md Jawadur Rahman
Trip Overview
Ravenden Springs to Shannon is 28.5 miles and takes about 39 minutes via US 62 and US 67, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short hop stays within Arkansas, moving you from the Southeast region to another part of the same region. The drive is primarily on highways, making it a straightforward and quick connection. It's a good option if you're looking for a simple, direct transit between these two points without needing to plan for overnight stays.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 62 | 18.2 mi | 22m |
| Maple | 6.5 mi | 11m |
| US 67 | 3.7 mi | 4m |
| Pine Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| AR 90 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 62
— 18.2 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ravenden Springs, AR and Shannon, AR.
1
Start on Pine Street
286 ft
·
19 sec
·
Pine Street
2
Turn left onto AR 90
6.5 mi
·
11 min
·
Maple
3
Turn left onto US 62; US 63; US 412
5.3 mi
·
8 min
·
US 62; US 63; US 412
4
Turn left onto US 62
13 mi
·
14 min
·
US 62
5
Turn right onto US 67; AR 90
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
US 67; AR 90
6
Turn left onto AR 90
100 ft
·
1 sec
·
AR 90
7
Arrive at destination
AR 90
Heads-up: tricky spots
4 of 44 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 28.4 — 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 / Maple
Turn left onto AR 90 / Maple
Navigation decision point
3
6.5 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
US 62; US 63; US 412
Turn left onto US 62; US 63; US 412
Navigation decision point
4
11.9 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
US 62
Turn left onto US 62
Navigation decision point
4
28.4 mi into trip
|
~39m in
|
AR 90
Turn left onto AR 90
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.30 one way
$8.61 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $4.72 | $9.45 |
| premium | $4.56 | $5.12 | $10.23 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.29 | $12.58 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 10 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.5 | 0 | $2.99 | $1.37 |
| Efficient EV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.49 | $1.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.4 | 0 | $3.99 | $1.82 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Shannon, AR
Afternoon in Shannon on Sunday
Local time
1:05 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
39m 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 heavily focused on highway driving, with 77% of the journey utilizing major roads like US 62 and US 67. You'll experience a longest stretch of 18.2 miles on US 62, offering a consistent pace. While the majority is highway, you'll also incorporate some local road time on Maple. Expect a driving experience that emphasizes efficiency and forward momentum, rather than winding scenic byways. The road profile suggests a steady, predictable journey for most of its duration.
77% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
7 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.2 mi on US 62.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 62 and Maple. 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 / Maple.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Ravenden Springs, AR to Shannon, AR is easy. At 39m with 77% 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 / Maple): Navigation decision point; at 6.5 miles (US 62; US 63; US 412): Navigation decision point; at 11.9 miles (US 62): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 39m. Total distance: 28.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 18.2 miles on US 62. 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 / Maple): Navigation decision point; at 6.5 miles (US 62; US 63; US 412): Navigation decision point; at 11.9 miles (US 62): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Shannon, 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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