How far is Monticello, AR from Rison, AR?
The driving distance from Monticello, AR to Rison, AR is about 43.2 miles (69.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 32.3 miles (52 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 08m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 04m.
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
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Monticello and Rison.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Monticello and Rison.
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Start on West Gaines Avenue
7 m · 6 sec · West Gaines Avenue
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Turn left onto North Main Street
65 m · 10 sec · North Main Street
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Turn left onto West McCloy Avenue
1516 ft · 32 sec · West McCloy Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North Hyatt Street
44 m · 3 sec · North Hyatt Street
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Turn slight right onto West Gaines Avenue
1851 ft · 31 sec · West Gaines Avenue
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Take the ramp slight right
67 m · 6 sec
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Merge slight left
15.7 mi · 20 min
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Turn left onto Highway 11
1.7 mi · 2 min · Highway 11
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Turn right onto Highway 530
5.6 mi · 7 min · Highway 530
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Turn left
8.7 mi · 15 min
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At the end of the road, turn left
36 m · 5 sec
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Turn right
8.4 mi · 15 min
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Turn right
2.3 mi · 4 min
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Turn right onto East Magnolia Street
6 m · 1 sec · East Magnolia Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Magnolia Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Monticello and Rison.
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.
West Gaines Avenue
Merge slight left
15.7 mi · 00h 20m
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 Monticello and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Rison.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Monticello to Rison?
The road trip is about 43.2 miles (69.5 km) and usually takes 01h 04m 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?
Star City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.6 miles from Monticello and 21.6 miles from Rison.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 32.3 miles (52 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.9 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 4:22 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.02 one way or $12.04 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Monticello and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Rison.
Stop Ideas Near Star City
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 Star City.
Little Rock Union Station
Malvern station
Arkadelphia station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Monticello and Rison. Straight-line distance: 32.31 mi (51.99 km).
#1 Monticello
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 9,185 |
| Coordinates | 33.6290000, -91.7909600 |
| Altitude | 89 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Rison
City in Cleveland County, Arkansas, United States
| Population | 1,213 |
| Coordinates | 33.9584300, -92.1901500 |
| Altitude | 82 |
| Country | United States |
End: Rison (-92.19015, 33.95843)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 70 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 32m |
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 | $3.96 | $6.02 | $12.04 |
| Mid-grade | $4.44 | $6.75 | $13.50 |
| Premium | $4.82 | $7.32 | $14.64 |
| Diesel | $5.91 | $8.98 | $17.96 |
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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