How far is Fairfield Bay, AR from Pine Bluff, AR?

The driving distance from Fairfield Bay, AR to Pine Bluff, AR is about 123.7 miles (199 km), with a travel time of about 02h 11m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 95.6 miles (153.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 22m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Trip Tools

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.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
123.67 mi
02h 11m
Flight
95.64 mi
153.92 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

Learn Distance

Choose another destination from Fairfield Bay.

Flight Distance

Direct air line
95.64 mi
Kilometers
153.92 km
Flight Time
00h 11m

Driving Distance

Road route
123.67 mi
Kilometers
199.02 km
Drive Time
02h 11m

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 11m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Pine Bluff
Thu, Apr 23, 3:38 AM CDT
Return by in Fairfield Bay
Thu, Apr 23, 5:50 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Fairfield Bay
2026-04-23T01:27
Arrive Pine Bluff
Thu, Apr 23, 3:38 AM CDT
Route Timing
02h 11m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:11 AM to 12:11 PM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
2:08 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Fairfield Bay
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Mayflower
AR

City in Faulkner County, Arkansas, United States

From Fairfield Bay
64.4 mi
01h 05m
To Pine Bluff
59.2 mi
01h 05m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
80°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 15 mph S
Destination
80°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Fairfield Bay and Pine Bluff.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Fairfield Bay and Pine Bluff.

  1. 1

    Start on Dave Creek Parkway

    3 mi · 7 min · Dave Creek Parkway

  2. 2

    Turn left

    4.6 mi · 8 min

  3. 3

    At the end of the road, turn left

    9.6 mi · 17 min

  4. 4

    At the end of the road, turn left

    38.3 mi · 54 min

  5. 5

    Take the exit left

    28 mi · 29 min

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right

    4.6 mi · 6 min

  7. 7

    Keep slight left

    35 mi · 35 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right

    5.6 mi · 10 min

  9. 9

    Turn right onto North Pine Street

    92 m · 19 sec · North Pine Street

  10. 10

    Turn left onto West Barraque Street

    95 m · 16 sec · West Barraque Street

  11. 11

    Turn right onto South Main Street

    107 m · 15 sec · South Main Street

  12. 12

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · South Main Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Fairfield Bay and Pine Bluff.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
12 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
0 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
9.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Dave Creek Parkway
76.2 mi · 62%
South Main Street
0.07 mi
West Barraque Street
0.06 mi
North Pine Street
0.06 mi
Longest Stretch

Longest stretch

At the end of the road, turn left

38.3 mi · 00h 54m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 11m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 22m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+28.1 mi
95.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Mayflower
01h 05m from Fairfield Bay
Leave By
2:08 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Fairfield Bay and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Pine Bluff.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Fairfield Bay to Pine Bluff?

The road trip is about 123.7 miles (199 km) and usually takes 02h 11m 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?

Mayflower is a useful midpoint, sitting about 64.4 miles from Fairfield Bay and 59.2 miles from Pine Bluff.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 95.6 miles (153.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 28.1 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 2:08 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.51 one way or $33.02 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Fairfield Bay and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Pine Bluff.

Stop Ideas Near Mayflower

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Mayflower, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Mayflower.

RAIL

Little Rock Union Station

26 mi away
1400 West Markham Street
RAIL

Malvern station

75 mi away
200 East First St.
RAIL

Arkadelphia station

110 mi away
798 South 5th St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Fairfield Bay and Pine Bluff. Straight-line distance: 95.64 mi (153.92 km).

Fairfield Bay

#1 Fairfield Bay

City in Arkansas, USA

Population2,014
Coordinates35.5942400, -92.2779300
Altitude265
CountryUnited States
Pine Bluff

#2 Pine Bluff

The largest city in Jefferson County, Arkansas.

Population40,435
Coordinates34.2284300, -92.0032000
Altitude67
CountryUnited States
Start: Dave Creek Parkway (-92.277875, 35.594256)
End: East 2nd Avenue (-92.003205, 34.228302)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 199 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 07m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 05m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 28m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 03m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 46m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 32m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.36 gal
16.52 L · about $16.51
Round trip
$33.02
8.72 gal · 33.04 L
Estimated CO2
38.7 kg one way
Round trip: 77.5 kg / 171 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $16.51 $33.02
Mid-grade $4.26 $18.57 $37.14
Premium $4.63 $20.17 $40.33
Diesel $5.42 $23.61 $47.22

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

There is no time difference between Fairfield Bay and Pine Bluff. The current time is 01:27:44.

Distance to Other Cities

Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.