How far is Alpine, AR from Whelen Springs, AR?
The driving distance from Alpine, AR to Whelen Springs, AR is about 35.4 miles (56.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 31.1 miles (50 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 46m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 53m.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Clark County, Arkansas, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alpine and Whelen Springs.
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Start on the route
6.2 mi · 11 min
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Turn right
9.8 mi · 17 min
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Turn right
1.4 km · 2 min
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Turn left
10.7 mi · 19 min
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Turn right onto Elm Street
1.5 km · 1 min · Elm Street
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Turn left onto West Main Street
2376 ft · 48 sec · West Main Street
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Turn straight onto South 6th Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · South 6th Street
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Continue on 53
4.7 mi · 8 min · 53
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Continue on Fir
1731 ft · 40 sec · Fir
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Turn left onto West Main
127 m · 13 sec · West Main
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Turn right onto South Dogwood
18 m · 3 sec · South Dogwood
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Dogwood
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Alpine and Whelen Springs.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Longest stretch
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10.7 mi · 00h 19m
Route Summary
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A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny leaving Alpine and Mostly Sunny near Whelen Springs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Alpine to Whelen Springs?
The road trip is about 35.4 miles (56.9 km) and usually takes 00h 53m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Okolona is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.6 miles from Alpine and 17.7 miles from Whelen Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 31.1 miles (50 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.3 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.73 one way or $9.47 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Alpine and Mostly Sunny near Whelen Springs.
Stop Ideas Near Okolona
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Okolona.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Alpine and Whelen Springs. Straight-line distance: 31.08 mi (50.02 km).
#1 Alpine
Alpine is a place in Arkansas, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 34.2289900, -93.3790700 |
| Altitude | 183 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Whelen Springs
Human settlement in Clark County, Arkansas, United States of America
| Population | 85 |
| Coordinates | 33.8309400, -93.1262800 |
| Altitude | 76 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Dogwood (-93.12646, 33.830914)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 57 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 26m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $4.73 | $9.47 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $5.32 | $10.65 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $5.78 | $11.56 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $6.77 | $13.54 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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