How far is Griffithville, AR from Kensett, AR?
The driving distance from Griffithville, AR to Kensett, AR is about 8.8 miles (14.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 7.6 miles (12.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 30m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Halfway Point
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Township in White County, Arkansas
Route Weather Snapshot
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Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Griffithville and Kensett.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Griffithville and Kensett.
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Start on Bailey Street
33 m · 12 sec · Bailey Street
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Turn sharp left onto Main
8 mi · 14 min · Main
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Continue on Northeast 1st Street
1.2 km · 1 min · Northeast 1st Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Northeast 1st Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Griffithville and Kensett.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Main
Turn sharp left onto Main
7.99 mi · 00h 14m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny leaving Griffithville and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Kensett.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Griffithville to Kensett?
The road trip is about 8.8 miles (14.1 km) and usually takes 00h 15m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Higginson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 4.3 miles from Griffithville and 4.4 miles from Kensett.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 7.6 miles (12.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.2 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:00 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.17 one way or $2.35 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny around Griffithville and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Kensett.
Stop Ideas Near Higginson
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 Higginson.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Griffithville and Kensett. Straight-line distance: 7.57 mi (12.19 km).
#1 Griffithville
Human settlement in White County, Arkansas, United States of America
| Population | 224 |
| Coordinates | 35.1237000, -91.6451300 |
| Altitude | 66 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kensett
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 1,615 |
| Coordinates | 35.2317500, -91.6676400 |
| Altitude | 68 |
| Country | United States |
End: Northeast 1st Street (-91.667733, 35.231831)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 14 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 06m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $1.17 | $2.35 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $1.32 | $2.64 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $1.43 | $2.87 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $1.68 | $3.36 |
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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