How far is Calico Rock, AR from Springdale, AR?

The driving distance from Calico Rock, AR to Springdale, AR is about 144.6 miles (232.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 49m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 111.3 miles (179.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 38m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
144.61 mi
02h 49m
Flight
111.28 mi
179.08 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
111.28 mi
Kilometers
179.08 km
Flight Time
00h 13m

Driving Distance

Road route
144.61 mi
Kilometers
232.72 km
Drive Time
02h 49m

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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 49m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Springdale
Thu, Apr 23, 12:21 AM CDT
Return by in Calico Rock
Thu, Apr 23, 3:11 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Calico Rock
2026-04-22T21:32
Arrive Springdale
Thu, Apr 23, 12:21 AM CDT
Route Timing
02h 49m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:49 AM to 12:49 PM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
12:52 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Calico Rock
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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
Harrison
AR

City in Arkansas, USA

From Calico Rock
73.3 mi
01h 24m
To Springdale
71.3 mi
01h 24m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
77°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph SSW
Destination
74°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 15 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Calico Rock and Springdale.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Calico Rock and Springdale.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    1995 ft · 40 sec

  2. 2

    Continue straight

    15.6 mi · 23 min

  3. 3

    Keep slight left

    8 mi · 12 min

  4. 4

    Turn left onto Rossi Road

    1.5 km · 2 min · Rossi Road

  5. 5

    Turn right onto Arkanna Road

    54 m · 5 sec · Arkanna Road

  6. 6

    Turn left onto Shied-Hopper Bypass

    1.7 mi · 2 min · Shied-Hopper Bypass

  7. 7

    Continue on Shield-Hopper Bypass

    19.1 mi · 22 min · Shield-Hopper Bypass

  8. 8

    Turn right

    22.6 mi · 26 min

  9. 9

    At the end of the road, turn right

    7.2 mi · 12 min

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right

    5 mi · 8 min

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right

    6.1 mi · 9 min

  12. 12

    Continue straight

    2728 ft · 1 min

  13. 13

    Turn left

    56.4 mi · 1 hr 6 min

  14. 14

    Turn right onto Butterfield Coach Road

    1.3 mi · 3 min · Butterfield Coach Road

  15. 15

    Turn left onto East Emma Avenue

    1.7 mi · 4 min · East Emma Avenue

  16. 16

    Turn right onto North Commercial Street

    636 ft · 28 sec · North Commercial Street

  17. 17

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · North Commercial Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Calico Rock and Springdale.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
17 steps
9 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
0 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
11.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Shield-Hopper Bypass
30.8 mi · 21%
Shied-Hopper Bypass
1.73 mi · 1%
East Emma Avenue
1.72 mi · 1%
Butterfield Coach Road
1.33 mi · 1%
Rossi Road
0.96 mi · 1%
North Commercial Street
0.12 mi
Longest Stretch

Longest stretch

Turn left

56.4 mi · 01h 06m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 49m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 38m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+33.3 mi
111.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Harrison
01h 24m from Calico Rock
Leave By
12:52 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Calico Rock and Mostly Sunny near Springdale.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Calico Rock to Springdale?

The road trip is about 144.6 miles (232.7 km) and usually takes 02h 49m 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?

Harrison is a useful midpoint, sitting about 73.3 miles from Calico Rock and 71.3 miles from Springdale.

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

The direct path is about 111.3 miles (179.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 33.3 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 12:52 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.31 one way or $38.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Calico Rock and Mostly Sunny near Springdale.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Calico Rock and Springdale. Straight-line distance: 111.28 mi (179.08 km).

Calico Rock

#1 Calico Rock

City in Arkansas, USA

Population1,688
Coordinates36.1195100, -92.1359900
Altitude125
CountryUnited States
Springdale

#2 Springdale

The most populous city in Washington County, Arkansas.

Population81,115
Coordinates36.1867400, -94.1288100
Altitude403
CountryUnited States
Start: AR 56 (-92.135999, 36.119529)
End: (-94.128809, 36.186791)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 233 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 49m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 36m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 53m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 24m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 03m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 48m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.1 gal
19.32 L · about $19.31
Round trip
$38.63
10.2 gal · 38.64 L
Estimated CO2
45.3 kg one way
Round trip: 90.6 kg / 200 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $19.31 $38.63
Mid-grade $4.26 $21.72 $43.44
Premium $4.63 $23.59 $47.18
Diesel $5.42 $27.62 $55.23

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 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Calico Rock and Springdale. The current time is 21:32:31.

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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.