How far is Paris, AR from Kentucky, AR?

The driving distance from Paris, AR to Kentucky, AR is about 114.5 miles (184.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 09m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 76.7 miles (123.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 19m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Trip Tools

Reverse, save, or send this route

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
114.55 mi
02h 09m
Flight
76.77 mi
123.55 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

Learn Distance

Choose another destination from Paris.

Flight Distance

Direct air line
76.77 mi
Kilometers
123.55 km
Flight Time
00h 09m

Driving Distance

Road route
114.55 mi
Kilometers
184.35 km
Drive Time
02h 09m

Gas Cost Calculator

Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 02h 09m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Kentucky
Fri, Apr 17, 6:15 AM CDT
Return by in Paris
Fri, Apr 17, 8:25 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Paris
2026-04-17T04:06
Arrive Kentucky
Fri, Apr 17, 6:15 AM CDT
Route Timing
02h 09m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:10 AM to 12:10 PM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
2:10 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Paris
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Ola
AR

City in Arkansas, USA

From Paris
57.2 mi
01h 04m
To Kentucky
57.4 mi
01h 04m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
86°F
Friday

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Fri, Apr 17 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 15 mph S
Destination
87°F
Friday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Fri, Apr 17 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph SSW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Paris and Kentucky.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Paris and Kentucky.

  1. 1

    Start on South Elm Street

    1 mi · 2 min · South Elm Street

  2. 2

    Turn left

    26.8 mi · 38 min

  3. 3

    Turn left onto East Broadway

    2860 ft · 48 sec · East Broadway

  4. 4

    Continue on West State Highway 10

    8.7 mi · 13 min · West State Highway 10

  5. 5

    Turn left onto East 8th Street

    11.1 mi · 17 min · East 8th Street

  6. 6

    Turn right onto South Scenic 7 Drive

    1787 ft · 25 sec · South Scenic 7 Drive

  7. 7

    Turn right

    1185 ft · 18 sec

  8. 8

    Turn left onto South State Highway 7

    44.8 mi · 51 min · South State Highway 7

  9. 9

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Park Avenue

    107 m · 5 sec · Park Avenue

  10. 10

    Exit the roundabout onto Park Avenue

    7.4 mi · 13 min · Park Avenue

  11. 11

    Continue on Old Hot Springs Highway

    5.9 mi · 10 min · Old Hot Springs Highway

  12. 12

    Continue on Hot Springs Highway

    1.2 mi · 2 min · Hot Springs Highway

  13. 13

    Continue on Old Hot Springs Highway

    6.3 mi · 11 min · Old Hot Springs Highway

  14. 14

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Old Hot Springs Highway

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Paris and Kentucky.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
14 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
0 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
12.2 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
South State Highway 7
44.8 mi · 39%
Old Hot Springs Highway
12.3 mi · 11%
East 8th Street
11.1 mi · 10%
West State Highway 10
8.67 mi · 8%
Park Avenue
7.44 mi · 6%
Hot Springs Highway
1.18 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

South State Highway 7

Turn left onto South State Highway 7

44.8 mi · 00h 51m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 09m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 20m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+37.8 mi
76.7 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Ola
01h 04m from Paris
Leave By
2:10 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Paris and Mostly Sunny near Kentucky.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Paris to Kentucky?

The road trip is about 114.5 miles (184.3 km) and usually takes 02h 09m 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?

Ola is a useful midpoint, sitting about 57.2 miles from Paris and 57.4 miles from Kentucky.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 76.7 miles (123.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 37.8 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 2:10 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.30 one way or $30.60 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.9 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Paris and Mostly Sunny near Kentucky.

Stop Ideas Near Ola

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Ola, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Ola.

RAIL

Malvern station

83 mi away
200 East First St.
RAIL

Little Rock Union Station

91 mi away
1400 West Markham Street
RAIL

Arkadelphia station

103 mi away
798 South 5th St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Paris and Kentucky. Straight-line distance: 76.77 mi (123.55 km).

Paris

#1 Paris

City in Arkansas

Population3,370
Coordinates35.2920300, -93.7299200
Altitude123
CountryUnited States
Photo coming soon

#2 Kentucky

Kentucky is a place in Arkansas, United States.

Population0
Coordinates34.6084300, -92.6612700
Altitude105
CountryUnited States
Start: South Elm Street (-93.729952, 35.29203)
End: Old Hot Springs Highway (-92.661303, 34.608261)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 184 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 49m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 51m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 17m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 54m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 38m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 25m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.04 gal
15.3 L · about $15.30
Round trip
$30.60
8.08 gal · 30.6 L
Estimated CO2
35.9 kg one way
Round trip: 71.8 kg / 158 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $15.30 $30.60
Mid-grade $4.26 $17.21 $34.41
Premium $4.63 $18.69 $37.37
Diesel $5.42 $21.88 $43.75

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Arkansas · Apr 17, 2026

There is no time difference between Paris and Kentucky. The current time is 04:06:04.

Distance to Other Cities

Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.