How far is Cave Springs, AR from Texarkana, AR?
The driving distance from Cave Springs, AR to Texarkana, AR is about 255.3 miles (410.9 km), with a travel time of about 04h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 195.2 miles (314.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 18m 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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City in Arkansas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cave Springs and Texarkana.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cave Springs and Texarkana.
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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)
1.8 mi · 3 min · South Main Street (Cave Springs)
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Continue on North Main Street Elm Springs
1.5 km · 2 min · North Main Street Elm Springs
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Continue on North Main Street (Elm Springs)
1.6 mi · 3 min · North Main Street (Elm Springs)
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Continue on North Maestri Road
2.3 mi · 4 min · North Maestri Road
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Turn left onto East Henri de Tonti Boulevard
1982 ft · 36 sec · East Henri de Tonti Boulevard
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Continue on West Sunset Avenue
1.4 mi · 2 min · West Sunset Avenue
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Take the exit right
1291 ft · 16 sec
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Merge slight left
51.4 mi · 53 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 40 West: Van Buren, Fort Smith
1596 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left
4.3 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 540 South, US 71 South: Fort Smith
12.3 mi · 14 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 71 South: Texarkana
1749 ft · 45 sec
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Turn left
121.2 mi · 2 hr 24 min
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Turn left onto East Collin Raye Drive
8 mi · 11 min · East Collin Raye Drive
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Continue straight
44.5 mi · 1 hr 1 min
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Turn left onto East 24th Street
1500 ft · 32 sec · East 24th Street
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Turn right onto County Avenue
1338 ft · 42 sec · County Avenue
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Turn left onto East 20th Street
55 m · 8 sec · East 20th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 20th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cave Springs and Texarkana.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Longest stretch
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121 mi · 02h 24m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Cave Springs and Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Texarkana.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cave Springs to Texarkana?
The road trip is about 255.3 miles (410.9 km) and usually takes 04h 39m 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 125.8 miles from Cave Springs and 129.5 miles from Texarkana.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 195.2 miles (314.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 60.1 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:42 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $34.12 one way or $68.24 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 80.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Cave Springs and Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Texarkana.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cave Springs and Texarkana. Straight-line distance: 195.27 mi (314.25 km).
#1 Cave Springs
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 5,737 |
| Coordinates | 36.2634100, -94.2318700 |
| Altitude | 352 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Texarkana
City in Miller County, Arkansas, United States
| Population | 29,556 |
| Coordinates | 33.4417900, -94.0376900 |
| Altitude | 110 |
| Country | United States |
End: East 20th Street (-94.037686, 33.441936)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 411 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 11m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $34.12 | $68.24 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $38.37 | $76.75 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $41.67 | $83.34 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $48.79 | $97.58 |
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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