How far is Texarkana, AR from Monticello, AR?
The driving distance from Texarkana, AR to Monticello, AR is about 154.5 miles (248.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 23m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 130.1 miles (209.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 46m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 23m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Texarkana and Monticello.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Texarkana and Monticello.
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Start on East 20th Street
148 m · 23 sec · East 20th Street
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Turn right onto Hickory Street
658 ft · 23 sec · Hickory Street
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Turn left onto East 18th Street
1998 ft · 59 sec · East 18th Street
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Turn right onto Jefferson Avenue
1 km · 1 min · Jefferson Avenue
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Turn left onto East 9th Street
30.3 mi · 35 min · East 9th Street
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Continue on US Highway 82
2.6 mi · 3 min · US Highway 82
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Continue on West Antigo Street
18.8 mi · 21 min · West Antigo Street
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Turn right
2.2 mi · 3 min
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Turn left
30.7 mi · 35 min
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Continue on West Hillsboro Street
2.2 mi · 4 min · West Hillsboro Street
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Turn left onto South West Avenue
1614 ft · 33 sec · South West Avenue
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Turn right onto West Main Street
3 mi · 5 min · West Main Street
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Continue on Moro Bay Road
1 mi · 2 min · Moro Bay Road
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Continue on Moro Bay Highway
44.1 mi · 1 hr 6 min · Moro Bay Highway
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Turn right
2.5 mi · 4 min
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Turn slight right
15.5 mi · 23 min
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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 Texarkana and Monticello.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Moro Bay Highway
Continue on Moro Bay Highway
44.1 mi · 01h 06m
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.
Sunny leaving Texarkana and Sunny near Monticello.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Texarkana to Monticello?
The road trip is about 154.5 miles (248.7 km) and usually takes 03h 23m 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?
Damascus is a useful midpoint, sitting about 77.2 miles from Texarkana and 77.4 miles from Monticello.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 130.1 miles (209.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.4 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 10:14 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.55 one way or $43.10 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 48.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Texarkana and Sunny near Monticello.
Stop Ideas Near Damascus
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 Damascus.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Texarkana and Monticello. Straight-line distance: 130.03 mi (209.27 km).
#1 Texarkana
City in Miller County, Arkansas, United States
| Population | 29,556 |
| Coordinates | 33.4417900, -94.0376900 |
| Altitude | 110 |
| 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: 249 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 55m |
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 | $21.55 | $43.10 |
| Mid-grade | $4.44 | $24.25 | $48.50 |
| Premium | $4.83 | $26.34 | $52.69 |
| Diesel | $5.92 | $32.31 | $64.62 |
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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