How far is Brookland, AR from Kentucky, AR?
The driving distance from Brookland, AR to Kentucky, AR is about 169.9 miles (273.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 147.4 miles (237.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 30m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 45m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in White County, Arkansas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Mostly Cloudy
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Brookland and Kentucky.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brookland and Kentucky.
-
1
Start on West Hinkley Avenue
58 m · 11 sec · West Hinkley Avenue
-
2
Turn right onto South Holman Street
1.1 km · 1 min · South Holman Street
-
3
At the end of the road, turn left
7.7 mi · 12 min
-
4
Turn slight right
66 m · 8 sec
-
5
Turn straight onto East Highland Drive
2 mi · 3 min · East Highland Drive
-
6
Turn left onto Southwest Drive
7.4 mi · 9 min · Southwest Drive
-
7
Continue straight
12.5 mi · 14 min
-
8
Take the exit sharp left
1938 ft · 47 sec
-
9
Merge slight left
102.7 mi · 1 hr 46 min
-
10
Merge slight left
1.5 km · 1 min
-
11
Take the exit slight left toward I 30 West, US 65 South, US 67 South, US 167 South: Little Rock
4.9 mi · 7 min
-
12
Keep slight right to continue on Texarkana
20.8 mi · 23 min
-
13
Take the exit slight right toward AR 5, AR 35: Benton
680 ft · 13 sec
-
14
Turn straight onto I-30 Frontage Road
1962 ft · 37 sec · I-30 Frontage Road
-
15
Turn slight right onto Old Hot Springs Highway
979 ft · 20 sec · Old Hot Springs Highway
-
16
Continue on Old Hot Springs Highway
5.5 mi · 10 min · Old Hot Springs Highway
-
17
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Old Hot Springs Highway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Brookland and Kentucky.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Southwest Drive
Merge slight left
103 mi · 01h 46m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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 Brookland and Mostly Cloudy near Kentucky.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Brookland to Kentucky?
The road trip is about 169.9 miles (273.5 km) and usually takes 02h 45m 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?
Judsonia is a useful midpoint, sitting about 83.1 miles from Brookland and 86.8 miles from Kentucky.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 147.4 miles (237.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.5 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 1:00 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.72 one way or $45.44 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 53.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Brookland and Mostly Cloudy near Kentucky.
Stop Ideas Near Judsonia
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 Judsonia.
Little Rock Union Station
Walnut Ridge
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Brookland and Kentucky. Straight-line distance: 147.4 mi (237.21 km).
#1 Brookland
City in Craighead County, Arkansas, United States of America
| Population | 3,863 |
| Coordinates | 35.9000700, -90.5820500 |
| Altitude | 80 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kentucky
Kentucky is a place in Arkansas, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 34.6084300, -92.6612700 |
| Altitude | 105 |
| Country | United States |
End: Old Hot Springs Highway (-92.661303, 34.608261)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 274 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 07m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $22.72 | $45.44 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $25.55 | $51.11 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $27.75 | $55.50 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $32.49 | $64.98 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Arkansas · Apr 30, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.