How far is Bay, AR from Monette, AR?
The driving distance from Bay, AR to Monette, AR is about 21.6 miles (34.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 16 miles (25.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 49m 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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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bay and Monette.
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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
10.7 mi · 14 min
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Turn right
2572 ft · 52 sec
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Continue on West Drew Avenue
2979 ft · 1 min · West Drew Avenue
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Turn left
20 m · 8 sec
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Turn left
10 m · 2 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bay and Monette.
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
Turn right
10.7 mi · 00h 14m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Clear leaving Bay and Sunny near Monette.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bay to Monette?
The road trip is about 21.6 miles (34.8 km) and usually takes 00h 24m 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 10.9 miles from Bay and 10.7 miles from Monette.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 16 miles (25.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.6 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 7:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.88 one way or $5.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Clear around Bay and Sunny near Monette.
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 Monette. Straight-line distance: 15.94 mi (25.66 km).
#1 Bay
City in Craighead County, Arkansas, United States
| Population | 1,816 |
| Coordinates | 35.7423000, -90.5623300 |
| Altitude | 70 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Monette
City in Craighead County, Arkansas, United States
| Population | 1,629 |
| Coordinates | 35.8906300, -90.3442700 |
| Altitude | 72 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Drew Avenue (-90.344277, 35.890487)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 35 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 16m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $2.88 | $5.76 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $3.24 | $6.47 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $3.52 | $7.03 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $4.12 | $8.23 |
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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