Take a short drive along Arkansas Highway 247 from Pottsville to Russellville, passing schools, quiet neighborhoods, Galla Creek, and into the bustling heart of Russellville. A handy local connector with a touch of small-town scenery.
🛑 Bypass
Watch how bypass routes divert around towns, cities, or major interchanges—designed to streamline traffic or reroute throughways.
The 🛑 Bypass tag applies to highway segments that intentionally route traffic around towns, city centers, or congested areas. These alignments are designed to streamline through-traffic, reduce urban congestion, and improve travel times—often resulting in newer, wider, and faster-moving roads located on the outskirts of developed areas.
While efficient, bypass routes may skip scenic or historic locations that were part of the original highway alignment. As a result, travelers looking for charm or cultural context might miss out unless they choose to explore the older path through town.
Routes Tagged: 🛑 Bypass
U.S. Highway 65 Business in Hollister – Missouri (Main Street)
Take a scenic 4-mile drive through Hollister, Missouri along U.S. Highway 65 Business. This former alignment of US-65 winds past Lake Taneycomo, through Hollister’s Tudor-style downtown, and reconnects with Highway 165 west of town.
Arkansas Highway 25: Heber Springs to Drasco
Take a scenic drive along Arkansas Highway 25 from Heber Springs to Drasco, crossing the Greers Ferry Dam and winding through the forests and farmland of north-central Arkansas. Highlights include panoramic lake views, small-town charm, and Ozark mountain scenery.
Interstate 440: Jacksonville to Little Rock – Arkansas
Take a drive along Interstate 440 and AR-440 from Jacksonville to Little Rock, Arkansas. This 14-mile urban bypass connects I-57 and I-30, offering scenic views of the Arkansas River and access to Clinton National Airport.
Interstate 440: Little Rock to Jacksonville – Arkansas
Travel 14 miles around the eastern side of Little Rock via Interstate 440 and Arkansas Highway 440, from the I-30/I-530 interchange in Little Rock to Future I-57 in Jacksonville. This beltway route connects the airport, North Little Rock, and key suburban areas while providing a fast bypass for through traffic.
US Highway 65: Harrison to Conway – Arkansas
Drive 105 miles along US Highway 65 from Harrison to Conway, Arkansas, passing through the scenic Ozarks, historic small towns, and the Buffalo National River. A peaceful and authentic route through rural Arkansas.
Interstate 530: Little Rock to Pine Bluff – Arkansas
Travel 46 miles south on Interstate 530 from Little Rock to Pine Bluff, Arkansas. This former U.S. 65 alignment serves as a key connector and bypass through forests, farmland, and small towns in central Arkansas.
U.S. Route 69: Fort Scott to Franklin – Kansas
Explore a 23-mile drive along U.S. Highway 69 from Fort Scott to Franklin, Kansas. This route through southeast Kansas bypasses Arma and crosses former coal country, blending scenic farmland with rich mining history.
U.S.Route 45 BYP: Jackson – Tennessee
Take a quick but crucial loop around the western side of Jackson, Tennessee, as we follow the 5-mile U.S. Route 45 Bypass—a route engineered to keep through-traffic flowing while offering convenient access to one of West Tennessee’s busiest...
U.S. Route 70: Jackson – Tennessee
Follow U.S. Route 70 for 8 miles through Jackson, Tennessee, as it loops from US-412 on the northeast side of town to US-45 Bypass on the west, connecting key corridors and neighborhoods along the way.
Interstate 220: Jackson – Mississippi
Take a loop around Mississippi’s capital with this 12-mile drive along Interstate 220 in Jackson. This vital bypass connects I-20 and I-55 while skirting the city’s western and northern edges, easing traffic and offering glimpses of Jackson’s industrial and residential landscape.
Missouri Highway 76: Ozark Mountain Highroad – Branson
Cruise Missouri’s Ozark Mountain Highroad (MO-465) on this 8-mile scenic bypass north of Branson. Enjoy panoramic views, forested ridgelines, and a peaceful alternative to the busy strip below.