How far is Mena, AR from Texarkana, AR?
The driving distance from Mena, AR to Texarkana, AR is about 99.2 miles (159.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 79.9 miles (128.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 57m 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 01h 58m.
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
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City in Arkansas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mena and Texarkana.
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Start on DeQueen Street
24 m · 6 sec · DeQueen Street
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Turn right onto Church Avenue
105 m · 20 sec · Church Avenue
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Turn left onto 7th Street
1610 ft · 47 sec · 7th Street
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Turn right
10.9 mi · 14 min
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Continue straight
34.5 mi · 39 min
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Turn left onto East Collin Raye Drive
8 mi · 11 min · East Collin Raye Drive
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Continue straight
44.5 mi · 1 hr 1 min
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Turn left onto East 24th Street
1500 ft · 32 sec · East 24th Street
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Turn right onto County Avenue
1338 ft · 42 sec · County Avenue
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Turn left onto East 20th Street
55 m · 8 sec · East 20th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 20th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Mena and Texarkana.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East Collin Raye Drive
Continue straight
44.5 mi · 01h 01m
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.
Sunny leaving Mena and Sunny near Texarkana.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mena to Texarkana?
The road trip is about 99.2 miles (159.6 km) and usually takes 01h 58m 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?
De Queen is a useful midpoint, sitting about 49.4 miles from Mena and 49.7 miles from Texarkana.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 79.9 miles (128.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.3 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 2:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.81 one way or $27.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Mena and Sunny near Texarkana.
Stop Ideas Near De Queen
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 De Queen.
Texarkana
Hope
Arkadelphia station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mena and Texarkana. Straight-line distance: 79.91 mi (128.61 km).
#1 Mena
City in Arkansas
| Population | 5,410 |
| Coordinates | 34.5862200, -94.2396600 |
| Altitude | 357 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Texarkana
City in Miller County, Arkansas, United States
| Population | 29,556 |
| Coordinates | 33.4417900, -94.0376900 |
| Altitude | 110 |
| Country | United States |
End: East 20th Street (-94.037686, 33.441936)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 160 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 14m |
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 | $3.95 | $13.81 | $27.63 |
| Mid-grade | $4.44 | $15.54 | $31.09 |
| Premium | $4.83 | $16.89 | $33.78 |
| Diesel | $5.92 | $20.71 | $41.43 |
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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