How far is Cave Springs, AR from Springdale, AR?
The driving distance from Cave Springs, AR to Springdale, AR is about 11 miles (17.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 7.8 miles (12.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 41m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Halfway Point
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City in Benton Count, Arkansas, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cave Springs and Springdale.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cave Springs and Springdale.
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Start on the route
13 m · 6 sec
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Turn right onto Midway Avenue
16 m · 8 sec · Midway Avenue
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Turn left onto South Main Street (Cave Springs)
1354 ft · 34 sec · South Main Street (Cave Springs)
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Turn left onto East Lowell Avenue
1.8 mi · 3 min · East Lowell Avenue
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Continue on West Monroe Avenue
3.7 mi · 6 min · West Monroe Avenue
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Turn right onto South Bloomington Street
1 mi · 2 min · South Bloomington Street
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Continue on North Thompson Road
2 mi · 3 min · North Thompson Road
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Continue on North Thompson Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · North Thompson Street
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Turn left onto West Huntsville Avenue
2539 ft · 1 min · West Huntsville Avenue
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Turn right onto Spring Street
706 ft · 37 sec · Spring Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East Johnson Avenue
118 m · 18 sec · East Johnson Avenue
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Turn left onto North Commercial Street
36 m · 5 sec · North Commercial Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Commercial Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cave Springs and Springdale.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
West Monroe Avenue
Continue on West Monroe Avenue
3.71 mi · 00h 06m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Partly Sunny leaving Cave Springs 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 Cave Springs to Springdale?
The road trip is about 11 miles (17.7 km) and usually takes 00h 20m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Lowell is a useful midpoint, sitting about 5.5 miles from Cave Springs and 5.5 miles from Springdale.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 7.8 miles (12.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.2 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.48 one way or $2.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Cave Springs and Mostly Sunny near Springdale.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cave Springs and Springdale. Straight-line distance: 7.82 mi (12.58 km).
#1 Cave Springs
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 5,737 |
| Coordinates | 36.2634100, -94.2318700 |
| Altitude | 352 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Springdale
The most populous city in Washington County, Arkansas.
| Population | 81,115 |
| Coordinates | 36.1867400, -94.1288100 |
| Altitude | 403 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-94.128809, 36.186791)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 18 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 08m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $1.48 | $2.95 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $1.66 | $3.32 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $1.80 | $3.61 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $2.11 | $4.22 |
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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