How far is Decatur, AR from Pine Bluff, AR?
The driving distance from Decatur, AR to Pine Bluff, AR is about 266.6 miles (429.1 km), with a travel time of about 04h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 201 miles (323.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 17m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 08m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
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City in Arkansas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Decatur and Pine Bluff.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Decatur and Pine Bluff.
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Start on North Main Street
7.3 mi · 11 min · North Main Street
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Continue on AR 59
4.3 mi · 6 min · AR 59
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Continue straight
128 m · 15 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left
17.8 mi · 23 min
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Take the exit right
1291 ft · 16 sec
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Merge slight left
51.4 mi · 53 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 40 East: Alma, Little Rock
3167 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
140.4 mi · 2 hr 21 min
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Take the exit slight right
4.6 mi · 6 min
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Keep slight left
35 mi · 35 min
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Take the exit slight right
5.6 mi · 10 min
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Turn right onto North Pine Street
92 m · 19 sec · North Pine Street
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Turn left onto West Barraque Street
95 m · 16 sec · West Barraque Street
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Turn right onto South Main Street
107 m · 15 sec · South Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Decatur and Pine Bluff.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 40 East
Merge slight left
140 mi · 02h 21m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Partly Sunny leaving Decatur and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Pine Bluff.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Decatur to Pine Bluff?
The road trip is about 266.6 miles (429.1 km) and usually takes 04h 08m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Lamar is a useful midpoint, sitting about 133.8 miles from Decatur and 132.9 miles from Pine Bluff.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 201 miles (323.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 65.6 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:42 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $35.64 one way or $71.27 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 83.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Decatur and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Pine Bluff.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Decatur and Pine Bluff. Straight-line distance: 201.02 mi (323.51 km).
#1 Decatur
City in Benton County, Arkansas, United States
| Population | 1,790 |
| Coordinates | 36.3359100, -94.4607700 |
| Altitude | 377 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Pine Bluff
The largest city in Jefferson County, Arkansas.
| Population | 40,435 |
| Coordinates | 34.2284300, -92.0032000 |
| Altitude | 67 |
| Country | United States |
End: East 2nd Avenue (-92.003205, 34.228302)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 429 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 48m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 19m |
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 | $35.64 | $71.27 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $40.08 | $80.15 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $43.52 | $87.04 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $50.96 | $101.91 |
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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