How far is Elm Springs, AR from Pine Bluff, AR?
The driving distance from Elm Springs, AR to Pine Bluff, AR is about 241.3 miles (388.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 185.9 miles (299.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 19m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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 03h 39m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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 Pope County, Arkansas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny
Slight Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Elm Springs and Pine Bluff.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elm Springs and Pine Bluff.
-
1
Start on School Street
34 m · 10 sec · School Street
-
2
Turn left onto South Elm Street
637 ft · 16 sec · South Elm Street
-
3
Continue on North Maestri Road
2.3 mi · 4 min · North Maestri Road
-
4
Turn left onto East Henri de Tonti Boulevard
1982 ft · 36 sec · East Henri de Tonti Boulevard
-
5
Continue on West Sunset Avenue
1.4 mi · 2 min · West Sunset Avenue
-
6
Take the exit right
1291 ft · 16 sec
-
7
Merge slight left
51.4 mi · 53 min
-
8
Keep slight left to continue on I 40 East: Alma, Little Rock
3167 ft · 49 sec
-
9
Merge slight left
140.4 mi · 2 hr 21 min
-
10
Take the exit slight right
4.6 mi · 6 min
-
11
Keep slight left
35 mi · 35 min
-
12
Take the exit slight right
5.6 mi · 10 min
-
13
Turn right onto North Pine Street
92 m · 19 sec · North Pine Street
-
14
Turn left onto West Barraque Street
95 m · 16 sec · West Barraque Street
-
15
Turn right onto South Main Street
107 m · 15 sec · South Main Street
-
16
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Elm Springs 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 Elm Springs 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 Elm Springs to Pine Bluff?
The road trip is about 241.3 miles (388.3 km) and usually takes 03h 39m 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?
London is a useful midpoint, sitting about 121.1 miles from Elm Springs and 120.2 miles from Pine Bluff.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 185.9 miles (299.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 55.4 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:40 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $32.23 one way or $64.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 75.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Elm Springs and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Pine Bluff.
Stop Ideas Near London
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 London.
Little Rock Union Station
Malvern station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Elm Springs and Pine Bluff. Straight-line distance: 185.82 mi (299.05 km).
#1 Elm Springs
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 2,418 |
| Coordinates | 36.2061900, -94.2343700 |
| Altitude | 361 |
| 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: 388 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 00m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $32.23 | $64.45 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $36.24 | $72.49 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $39.36 | $78.72 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $46.08 | $92.16 |
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 23, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.