How far is Barling, AR from Russellville, AR?
The driving distance from Barling, AR to Russellville, AR is about 88 miles (141.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 23m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 65.9 miles (106.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 47m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 23m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Franklin County, Arkansas, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Barling and Russellville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Barling and Russellville.
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Start on Fort Street
1.6 mi · 2 min · Fort Street
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Continue on Rogers Avenue
2.7 mi · 4 min · Rogers Avenue
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 540 North, US 71 North
1449 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
7.6 mi · 9 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 40 East: Little Rock, Memphis
70.2 mi · 1 hr 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 64
1557 ft · 43 sec
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Turn left
1.6 mi · 3 min
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Continue on West Main Street
3.1 mi · 5 min · West Main Street
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Turn left onto North Arkansas Avenue
32 m · 3 sec · North Arkansas Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Arkansas Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Barling and Russellville.
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 East
Keep slight right to continue on I 40 East: Little Rock, Memphis
70.2 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 Barling and Sunny near Russellville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Barling to Russellville?
The road trip is about 88 miles (141.7 km) and usually takes 01h 23m 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?
Ozark is a useful midpoint, sitting about 43.7 miles from Barling and 44.4 miles from Russellville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 65.9 miles (106.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.1 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 3:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.78 one way or $23.56 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Barling and Sunny near Russellville.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Barling and Russellville. Straight-line distance: 65.93 mi (106.11 km).
#1 Barling
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 5,064 |
| Coordinates | 35.3256500, -94.3016000 |
| Altitude | 148 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Russellville
City in Arkansas
| Population | 29,364 |
| Coordinates | 35.2784200, -93.1337900 |
| Altitude | 106 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Arkansas Avenue (-93.133718, 35.278419)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 142 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 05m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $11.78 | $23.56 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $13.25 | $26.49 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $14.38 | $28.77 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $16.84 | $33.68 |
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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