How far is Pine Bluff, AR from Walnut Ridge, AR?
The driving distance from Pine Bluff, AR to Walnut Ridge, AR is about 171.6 miles (276.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 140.2 miles (225.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 09m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Arkansas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pine Bluff and Walnut Ridge.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pine Bluff and Walnut Ridge.
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Start on South Main Street
14 m · 4 sec · South Main Street
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Turn right onto West 2nd Avenue
965 ft · 44 sec · West 2nd Avenue
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Turn right onto South Walnut Street
687 ft · 21 sec · South Walnut Street
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Turn left onto Martha Mitchell Expressway
4.6 mi · 8 min · Martha Mitchell Expressway
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Keep slight left
1.2 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
35 mi · 35 min
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Continue straight
4.2 mi · 5 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 40 East, US 67 North, US 167 North: Jacksonville, Memphis
1.6 mi · 3 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Saint Louis
28.4 mi · 29 min
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Continue straight
94.5 mi · 1 hr 38 min
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Keep slight right to continue on US 412: Paragould, Walnut Ridge
2734 ft · 1 min
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Turn left
1.7 mi · 2 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Pine Bluff and Walnut Ridge.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
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94.5 mi · 01h 38m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Pine Bluff and Mostly Sunny near Walnut Ridge.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pine Bluff to Walnut Ridge?
The road trip is about 171.6 miles (276.1 km) and usually takes 03h 04m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Garner is a useful midpoint, sitting about 85.8 miles from Pine Bluff and 85.7 miles from Walnut Ridge.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 140.2 miles (225.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 31.4 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:50 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.91 one way or $45.82 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 53.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Pine Bluff and Mostly Sunny near Walnut Ridge.
Stop Ideas Near Garner
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 Garner.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pine Bluff and Walnut Ridge. Straight-line distance: 140.22 mi (225.66 km).
#1 Pine Bluff
The largest city in Jefferson County, Arkansas.
| Population | 40,435 |
| Coordinates | 34.2284300, -92.0032000 |
| Altitude | 67 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Walnut Ridge
City in Arkansas
| Population | 4,673 |
| Coordinates | 36.0684000, -90.9559500 |
| Altitude | 82 |
| Country | United States |
End: Walnut Ridge (-90.95595, 36.0684)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 276 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 08m |
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 | $22.91 | $45.82 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $25.77 | $51.53 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $27.98 | $55.96 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $32.76 | $65.52 |
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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