How far is Bay, AR from Caraway, AR?
The driving distance from Bay, AR to Caraway, AR is about 24.9 miles (40 km), with a travel time of about 00h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 13.5 miles (21.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 58m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Halfway Point
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City in Arkansas, USA
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 Bay and Caraway.
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Start on North Main Street
113 m · 8 sec · North Main Street
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Turn left onto Lunsford Avenue
5.4 mi · 9 min · Lunsford Avenue
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Continue on Lunsford Highway
4.6 mi · 8 min · Lunsford Highway
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Turn right
6.9 mi · 9 min
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Turn right onto West Rogers
601 ft · 14 sec · West Rogers
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Turn right onto North Main Street
7.9 mi · 14 min · North Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East State Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bay and Caraway.
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.
North Main Street
Turn right onto North Main Street
7.91 mi · 00h 14m
Route Summary
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A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Bay and Mostly Sunny near Caraway.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bay to Caraway?
The road trip is about 24.9 miles (40 km) and usually takes 00h 29m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Lake City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 12.5 miles from Bay and 12.4 miles from Caraway.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 13.5 miles (21.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.4 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.33 one way or $6.67 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Bay and Mostly Sunny near Caraway.
Stop Ideas Near Lake City
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 Lake City.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bay and Caraway. Straight-line distance: 13.5 mi (21.73 km).
#1 Bay
City in Craighead County, Arkansas, United States
| Population | 1,816 |
| Coordinates | 35.7423000, -90.5623300 |
| Altitude | 70 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Caraway
City in Craighead County, Arkansas, United States of America
| Population | 1,288 |
| Coordinates | 35.7581300, -90.3223200 |
| Altitude | 69 |
| Country | United States |
End: East State Street (-90.32232, 35.758133)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 40 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 18m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $3.33 | $6.67 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $3.75 | $7.50 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $4.07 | $8.14 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $4.77 | $9.53 |
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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