How far is Fordyce, AR from Kentucky, AR?
The driving distance from Fordyce, AR to Kentucky, AR is about 64.7 miles (104.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 56.7 miles (91.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 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.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 15m.
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 and county seat of Grant County, Arkansas
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fordyce and Kentucky.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fordyce and Kentucky.
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Start on East 4th Street
1076 ft · 26 sec · East 4th Street
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Turn left onto Moro
1.4 km · 1 min · Moro
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Continue straight
29.5 mi · 34 min
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Turn straight onto Sheridan Bypass
6.4 mi · 8 min · Sheridan Bypass
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Turn left
19.4 mi · 32 min
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Turn left onto Edison Avenue
1.1 mi · 2 min · Edison Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South East Street
1.3 km · 1 min · South East Street
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Turn slight left onto East Carpenter Street
1.2 km · 1 min · East Carpenter Street
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Continue on Old Hot Springs Highway
5.5 mi · 10 min · Old Hot Springs Highway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Old Hot Springs Highway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fordyce and Kentucky.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Moro
Continue straight
29.5 mi · 00h 34m
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 Cloudy leaving Fordyce and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Kentucky.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fordyce to Kentucky?
The road trip is about 64.7 miles (104.1 km) and usually takes 01h 15m 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?
Sheridan is a useful midpoint, sitting about 32.3 miles from Fordyce and 32.4 miles from Kentucky.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 56.7 miles (91.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 8 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 4:00 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.63 one way or $17.27 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Fordyce and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Kentucky.
Stop Ideas Near Sheridan
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 Sheridan.
Malvern station
Little Rock Union Station
Arkadelphia station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fordyce and Kentucky. Straight-line distance: 56.71 mi (91.27 km).
#1 Fordyce
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 3,589 |
| Coordinates | 33.8137200, -92.4129300 |
| Altitude | 87 |
| 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: 104 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 48m |
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 | $8.63 | $17.27 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $9.71 | $19.42 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $10.55 | $21.09 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $12.35 | $24.69 |
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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