Origin
Wilmot, AR
Afternoon in Wilmot on Sunday
Local time
2:23 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wilmot, AR to Promised Land, AR
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
54m
Distance
32.3 mi
52 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 50m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 57m
3 PM
0h 58m
5 PM
1h 3m
8 PM
0h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wilmot, AR
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Promised Land, AR
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Trip Overview
This 32.3-mile drive from Wilmot to Promised Land, Arkansas, is a quick trip that can easily be completed in about 54 minutes. It's a straightforward, highway-focused journey, with 75% of the route utilizing major roads like US Highway 165, US 82, and AR 160. Given its short distance, this route is perfect for a day trip, allowing you to set your own pace without needing an overnight stop. The estimated fuel cost is a modest $5, making it an economical option for exploring the Southeast Arkansas region. You'll find this drive to be practical and efficient, ideal for getting from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 165 | 12.1 mi | 18m |
| US 82 | 8.7 mi | 9m |
| AR 160 | 3.4 mi | 6m |
| Mount Pleasant Road | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| Mt Pleasant Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Ashley Road 70 | 1.1 mi | 4m |
| East Main | 1 mi | 1m |
| County Road 68 | 0.9 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
US Highway 165
— 12.1 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wilmot, AR and Promised Land, AR.
1
Start on East School Street
104 ft
·
9 sec
·
East School Street
2
Turn left onto South 2nd Street
100 ft
·
6 sec
·
South 2nd Street
3
Turn right onto Jackson
348 ft
·
17 sec
·
Jackson
4
Turn right onto US 165
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main
5
Continue on US 165
12 mi
·
18 min
·
US Highway 165
6
Turn left onto AR 160
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
AR 160
7
Turn right onto AR 160
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Mount Pleasant Road
8
Continue on AR 160
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Mt Pleasant Road
9
Turn right onto AR 160
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
AR 160
10
Turn left onto US 82
8.7 mi
·
9 min
·
US 82
11
Turn slight right onto County Road 68
0.9 mi
·
3 min
·
County Road 68
12
Turn right onto Ashley Road 129
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Ashley Road 129
13
Continue on 129
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
129
14
Turn right onto Ashley Road 70
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Ashley Road 70
15
At end of road, turn right onto Ashley Road 70
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Ashley Road 70
16
Arrive at destination
Ashley Road 70
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.1 miles from Wilmot, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 0 and 14.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
South 2nd Street
Turn left onto South 2nd Street
Navigation decision point
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Jackson
Turn right onto Jackson
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 165 / East Main
Turn right onto US 165 / East Main
Navigation decision point
4
13.2 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
AR 160
Turn left onto AR 160
Navigation decision point
4
14.9 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
AR 160 / Mount Pleasant Road
Turn right onto AR 160 / Mount Pleasant Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.88 one way
$9.76 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $5.35 | $10.71 |
| premium | $4.56 | $5.80 | $11.59 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.13 | $14.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.7 | 0 | $3.39 | $1.55 |
| Efficient EV | 8.1 | 0 | $2.83 | $1.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.9 | 0 | $4.52 | $2.07 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Promised Land, AR
Afternoon in Promised Land on Sunday
Local time
2:23 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
54m 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?
The personality of this drive is predominantly highway-oriented, with a significant 75% of the 32.3 miles on main roads. You'll experience stretches of consistent speed, including a notable 12.1-mile segment on US Highway 165. While primarily a highway experience, expect some transitions as you navigate between US 82 and AR 160. The road offers a direct and functional feel, prioritizing efficient travel over winding scenic byways. This highway focus means you'll likely cover ground quickly and steadily on your 54-minute journey.
75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 12.1 mi on US Highway 165.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 165 and US 82. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South 2nd Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 54m 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: near the start (South 2nd Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (Jackson): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 165 / East Main): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 54m. Total distance: 32.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 12.1 miles on US Highway 165. 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: near the start (South 2nd Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (Jackson): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 165 / East Main): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Promised Land, 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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