How far is Ashdown, AR from Springdale, AR?

The driving distance from Ashdown, AR to Springdale, AR is about 227.1 miles (365.5 km), with a travel time of about 04h 12m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 173.6 miles (279.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 25m 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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Quick Snapshot
Road
227.12 mi
04h 12m
Flight
173.59 mi
279.37 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
173.59 mi
Kilometers
279.37 km
Flight Time
00h 20m

Driving Distance

Road route
227.12 mi
Kilometers
365.52 km
Drive Time
04h 12m

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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 12m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Springdale
Fri, Apr 10, 2:14 PM CDT
Return by in Ashdown
Fri, Apr 10, 6:27 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Ashdown
2026-04-10T10:02
Arrive Springdale
Fri, Apr 10, 2:14 PM CDT
Route Timing
04h 12m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
10:13 AM to 12:13 PM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
8:34 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Ashdown
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

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
Waldron
AR

City in Arkansas, USA

From Ashdown
86.8 mi
02h 06m
To Springdale
140.3 mi
02h 06m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
82°F
Friday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Fri, Apr 10 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph S
Destination
79°F
Friday

Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Fri, Apr 10 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph S

Driving Route Map

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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Ashdown and Springdale.

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Route Summary

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

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
04h 12m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
08h 26m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+53.5 mi
173.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Waldron
02h 06m from Ashdown
Leave By
8:34 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Ashdown and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Springdale.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Ashdown to Springdale?

The road trip is about 227.1 miles (365.5 km) and usually takes 04h 12m 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?

Waldron is a useful midpoint, sitting about 86.8 miles from Ashdown and 140.3 miles from Springdale.

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

The direct path is about 173.6 miles (279.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 53.5 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 8:34 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $30.33 one way or $60.67 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 71.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Ashdown and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Springdale.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Ashdown and Springdale. Straight-line distance: 173.59 mi (279.37 km).

Ashdown

#1 Ashdown

City in Arkansas

Population4,359
Coordinates33.6742900, -94.1313100
Altitude98
CountryUnited States
Springdale

#2 Springdale

The most populous city in Washington County, Arkansas.

Population81,115
Coordinates36.1867400, -94.1288100
Altitude403
CountryUnited States
Start: East Main Street (-94.131419, 33.674406)
End: (-94.128809, 36.186791)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 366 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)07h 34m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)05h 40m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)04h 32m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 47m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)03h 14m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 50m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
8.01 gal
30.34 L · about $30.33
Round trip
$60.67
16.02 gal · 60.68 L
Estimated CO2
71.2 kg one way
Round trip: 142.4 kg / 314 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $30.33 $60.67
Mid-grade $4.26 $34.11 $68.23
Premium $4.63 $37.05 $74.09
Diesel $5.42 $43.37 $86.75

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 10, 2026

There is no time difference between Ashdown and Springdale. The current time is 10:02:12.

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