Origin
Russellville, AR
Late night in Russellville on Tuesday
Local time
5:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Russellville, AR to Pine Bluff, AR
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 6m
Distance
116.9 mi
188 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 57m
★
6 AM
2h 6m
8 AM
2h 24m
10 AM
2h 13m
12 PM
2h 11m
3 PM
2h 14m
5 PM
2h 23m
8 PM
2h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Russellville, AR
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Pine Bluff, AR
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Trip Overview
This 116.9-mile drive from Russellville to Pine Bluff, Arkansas, is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in about 2 hours and 6 minutes. Designed as a highway-focused route, it's perfect for a single-day trip, requiring no overnight stops. You'll be spending approximately 98% of your time on major highways, making for efficient travel. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $18, which is quite budget-friendly. As you travel within the Southeast region and stay within Arkansas, expect a consistent driving experience focused on getting you to your destination smoothly.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
58.4 miles from Russellville, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 1m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 68.7 mi | 1h 9m |
| I 530 | 35 mi | 35m |
| US 65B | 5.6 mi | 9m |
| US 65 | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| East Main Street | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| AR 331 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Barraque Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 68.7 mi, about 1h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Russellville, AR and Pine Bluff, AR.
1
Start on AR 7
106 ft
·
9 sec
·
North Arkansas Avenue
2
Turn left onto US 64
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
East Main Street
3
Turn left onto AR 331
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
AR 331
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 84
Toward I-40
5
Merge onto I 40
69 mi
·
1 hr 9 min
·
I 40
6
Take the exit onto US 65
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
US 65
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 530; US 65; US 167
35 mi
·
35 min
·
I 530; US 65; US 167
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit onto US 65B
5.6 mi
·
9 min
·
US 65B
9
Turn right onto North Pine Street
302 ft
·
18 sec
·
North Pine Street
10
Turn left onto West Barraque Street
312 ft
·
15 sec
·
West Barraque Street
11
Turn right onto South Main Street
349 ft
·
15 sec
·
South Main Street
12
Arrive at destination
South Main Street
Trip Plan
With a total duration of just over two hours, this trip from Russellville to Pine Bluff is best tackled in a single day, offering flexibility in your departure time. You can leave early to maximize your time at your destination or depart mid-morning to avoid rush hour. Given the short distance and highway focus, you may not need many stops, but be aware of the 68.7-mile stretch on I-40 without major exits for services. Keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is wise, especially before entering longer highway segments, to ensure you have enough to reach the next available services. The estimated fuel cost of $18 is a good benchmark for budgeting.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 58.4 miles from Russellville, AR, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 68.7 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 26 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 58.4 miles or 1h 1m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pine Bluff, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Russellville, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Russellville, AR
This is one driving day of about 116.9 miles and 2h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Russellville, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 68.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
58 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 58.4 miles from Russellville, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 68.7 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 2.3 and 116.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
2.3 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
AR 331
Turn left onto AR 331
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
2.6 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the ramp toward I-40
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Exit 84
Toward I-40
6
76.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m 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.
5
116.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 5m in
|
West Barraque Street
Turn left onto West Barraque Street
Navigation decision point
5
116.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 6m in
|
South Main Street
Turn right onto South Main Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.65 one way
$35.31 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
41 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $19.38 | $38.76 |
| premium | $4.56 | $20.98 | $41.96 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $25.81 | $51.62 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 35.1 | 0 | $12.27 | $5.61 |
| Efficient EV | 29.2 | 0 | $10.23 | $4.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 46.8 | 0 | $16.37 | $7.48 |
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (66% 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
Pine Bluff, AR
Late night in Pine Bluff on Tuesday
Local time
5:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°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
2h 6m 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 predominantly highway experience on this route, with 98% of the drive taking place on interstates and major roads like I-40 and I-530. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 68.7 miles on I-40, offering a solid period of uninterrupted driving. This highway-focused profile means you'll likely encounter smooth, consistent conditions, allowing for a steady pace. The roads are designed for efficiency, so while scenic detours aren't the focus, you'll cover ground quickly and predictably.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 68.7 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and I 530. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 2.3 miles in near AR 331.
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 2h 6m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.3 miles (AR 331): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 76.2 miles (I 530; US 65; US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in Pine Bluff, AR
Full guide →Pine Bluff is a historic city in the Timberlands region of Southern Arkansas.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 6m. Total distance: 116.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 68.7 miles on I 40. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.3 miles (AR 331): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 76.2 miles (I 530; US 65; US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Pine Bluff, 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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