How far is Russellville, AR from Monticello, AR?
The driving distance from Russellville, AR to Monticello, AR is about 162.1 miles (260.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 137.3 miles (220.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 53m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 56m.
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 Pulaski County, Arkansas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Russellville and Monticello.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Russellville and Monticello.
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Start on North Arkansas Avenue
32 m · 10 sec · North Arkansas Avenue
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Turn left onto East Main Street
2.3 mi · 4 min · East Main Street
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Turn left onto AR 331
1489 ft · 29 sec · AR 331
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Take the ramp right toward I-40
1387 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
68.7 mi · 1 hr 10 min
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Take the exit slight right
4.6 mi · 6 min
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Keep slight left
43.9 mi · 45 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AR 530 South: Star City, Monticello
1.2 km · 52 sec
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Continue on Highway 530
22.9 mi · 27 min · Highway 530
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Highway 11
2 mi · 2 min · Highway 11
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Turn right
15.8 mi · 20 min
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Turn left onto West Gaines Avenue
1 km · 58 sec · West Gaines Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Gaines Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Russellville and Monticello.
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
Merge slight left
68.7 mi · 01h 10m
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 Russellville and Sunny near Monticello.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Russellville to Monticello?
The road trip is about 162.1 miles (260.9 km) and usually takes 02h 56m 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?
Wrightsville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 81.1 miles from Russellville and 81 miles from Monticello.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 137.3 miles (220.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.8 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 12:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.58 one way or $45.15 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Russellville and Sunny near Monticello.
Stop Ideas Near Wrightsville
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 Wrightsville.
Little Rock Union Station
Malvern station
Arkadelphia station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Russellville and Monticello. Straight-line distance: 137.26 mi (220.9 km).
#1 Russellville
City in Arkansas
| Population | 29,364 |
| Coordinates | 35.2784200, -93.1337900 |
| Altitude | 106 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Monticello
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 9,185 |
| Coordinates | 33.6290000, -91.7909600 |
| Altitude | 89 |
| Country | United States |
End: Monticello (-91.79096, 33.629)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 261 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 01m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.95 | $22.58 | $45.15 |
| Mid-grade | $4.44 | $25.40 | $50.81 |
| Premium | $4.83 | $27.60 | $55.20 |
| Diesel | $5.92 | $33.85 | $67.70 |
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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