How far is Kentucky, AR from Hughes, AR?
The driving distance from Kentucky, AR to Hughes, AR is about 143.3 miles (230.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 126.4 miles (203.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 35m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 47m.
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 Arkansas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kentucky and Hughes.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kentucky and Hughes.
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Start on Old Hot Springs Highway
5.5 mi · 10 min · Old Hot Springs Highway
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Continue straight
2048 ft · 48 sec
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Turn sharp left
596 ft · 26 sec
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Turn straight onto I-30 Frontage Road
1469 ft · 29 sec · I-30 Frontage Road
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Take the ramp slight left
157 m · 13 sec
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Merge slight left
20.3 mi · 23 min
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Keep slight right to continue on East Belt Freeway
10 mi · 12 min · East Belt Freeway
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Take the exit right toward I 40: Memphis, Fort Smith
1161 ft · 28 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 40 East: Memphis
2525 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
87.3 mi · 1 hr 27 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AR 38 East: Widener, Hughes
1438 ft · 35 sec
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Keep slight right
56 m · 5 sec
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Turn straight onto Jefferson Street
2.1 mi · 4 min · Jefferson Street
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Turn left onto East Main Street
4.2 mi · 7 min · East Main Street
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Turn right
11.8 mi · 21 min
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Turn left onto Church Street
532 ft · 25 sec · Church Street
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Turn right onto Jeff Davis Street
15 m · 2 sec · Jeff Davis Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Jeff Davis Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kentucky and Hughes.
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
87.3 mi · 01h 27m
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.
Slight Chance T-storms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Kentucky and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Hughes.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kentucky to Hughes?
The road trip is about 143.3 miles (230.6 km) and usually takes 02h 47m 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?
Hazen is a useful midpoint, sitting about 71.5 miles from Kentucky and 71.8 miles from Hughes.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 126.4 miles (203.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.9 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 12:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.16 one way or $38.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance T-storms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Kentucky and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Hughes.
Stop Ideas Near Hazen
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kentucky and Hughes. Straight-line distance: 126.48 mi (203.55 km).
#1 Kentucky
Kentucky is a place in Arkansas, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 34.6084300, -92.6612700 |
| Altitude | 105 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hughes
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 1,200 |
| Coordinates | 34.9492600, -90.4714900 |
| Altitude | 63 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hughes (-90.47149, 34.94926)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 231 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 47m |
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 | $19.16 | $38.32 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $21.55 | $43.10 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $23.40 | $46.81 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $27.40 | $54.80 |
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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