Origin
Traskwood, AR
Late night in Traskwood on Tuesday
Local time
5:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Traskwood, AR to Kentucky, 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
27m
Distance
16.6 mi
27 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 25m
★
6 AM
0h 28m
8 AM
0h 32m
10 AM
0h 29m
12 PM
0h 29m
3 PM
0h 30m
5 PM
0h 32m
8 PM
0h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Traskwood, AR
Md Jawadur Rahman
Kentucky, AR
Owen.outdoors
Trip Overview
Traskwood, AR to Kentucky, AR is 16.6 miles and takes about 27 minutes via AR 229 and US 67, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Southeast region, entirely within Arkansas. It's a straightforward drive, mostly on highways, making it a practical option for a quick hop between two points. Consider this route if you need to get from point A to point B with minimal fuss and are looking for a very brief road trip experience.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| AR 229 | 6 mi | 10m |
| Old Hot Springs Highway | 5.5 mi | 9m |
| US 67 | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| US Highway 67 | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| West Carpenter Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
AR 229
— 6 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Traskwood, AR and Kentucky, AR.
1
Start on Main Street
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto AR 229
6.0 mi
·
10 min
·
AR 229
3
At end of road, turn right onto US 67
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
US Highway 67
4
Take the ramp onto US 67
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
US 67
Toward I30 East
5
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
Toward AR 5, AR 35: Benton
6
Turn slight right
0.1 mi
·
36 sec
7
At end of road, turn left onto AR 35
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
West Carpenter Street
8
Continue on AR 5
5.5 mi
·
9 min
·
Old Hot Springs Highway
9
Arrive at destination
AR 5
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 55 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 10.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
AR 229
Turn right onto AR 229
Navigation decision point
4
6.1 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
US 67 / US Highway 67
At end of road, turn right onto US 67 / US Highway 67
Navigation decision point
3
7.6 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
US 67
Take the ramp onto US 67 toward I30 East
Navigation decision point
Toward I30 East
5
10.5 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Take the exit toward AR 5, AR 35: Benton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward AR 5, AR 35: Benton
4
10.7 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
AR 35 / West Carpenter Street
At end of road, turn left onto AR 35 / West Carpenter Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.51 one way
$5.01 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $2.75 | $5.50 |
| premium | $4.56 | $2.98 | $5.96 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.67 | $7.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.8 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 | 5 | 0 | $1.74 | $0.80 |
| Efficient EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.45 | $0.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.32 | $1.06 |
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
Kentucky, AR
Late night in Kentucky on Tuesday
Local time
5:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°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
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
27m 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 drive is primarily highway-focused, with 62% of the journey on faster roads. You'll experience stretches of AR 229, including a continuous 6-mile segment, before transitioning to Old Hot Springs Highway and eventually US 67. The character of the road shifts from more local highway segments to quicker highway driving. Expect a smooth, efficient journey without many winding or technically challenging sections, suited for maintaining a consistent speed.
62% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 6 mi on AR 229.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on AR 229 and Old Hot Springs Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near AR 229.
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 27m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (AR 229): Navigation decision point; at 6.1 miles (US 67 / US Highway 67): Navigation decision point; at 7.6 miles (US 67): Navigation decision point.
About the Cities
Arriving in Kentucky, AR
Full guide →“Bluegrass State” · Founded 1792
Kentucky is a Southern state of the United States; its state capital is Frankfort. Attractions include horse racing and beautiful lakes. It is home to famous food (Kentucky Fried Chicken, Hot Brown, and Burgoo), drink (bourbon whiskey) and music (bluegrass) traditions.
Top landmarks
- • United States Bullion Depository — building used for gold storage
- • Creation Museum — museum
- • Black Mountain — mountain in Kentucky, United States
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 27m. Total distance: 16.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (62%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 6 miles on AR 229. 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 0.2 miles (AR 229): Navigation decision point; at 6.1 miles (US 67 / US Highway 67): Navigation decision point; at 7.6 miles (US 67): Navigation decision point.
Yes — Hot Springs National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Kentucky, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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