How far is Clinton, AR from Fayetteville, AR?
The driving distance from Clinton, AR to Fayetteville, AR is about 142.4 miles (229.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 100.5 miles (161.7 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
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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 Clinton and Fayetteville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clinton and Fayetteville.
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Start on Yellowjacket Lane
715 ft · 25 sec · Yellowjacket Lane
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Turn left
3077 ft · 1 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto US Highway 65
26.8 mi · 37 min · US Highway 65
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Continue straight
35.6 mi · 51 min
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Continue straight
7.1 mi · 12 min
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Take the exit slight right
5 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right
6.1 mi · 9 min
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Continue straight
2728 ft · 1 min
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Turn left
40.2 mi · 47 min
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Turn left
2724 ft · 54 sec
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Turn slight left
18.9 mi · 30 min
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East Lafayette Street
2274 ft · 1 min · East Lafayette Street
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Turn left onto North College Avenue
2083 ft · 1 min · North College Avenue
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Turn left onto East Center Street
45 m · 8 sec · East Center Street
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Turn right
24 m · 6 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Clinton and Fayetteville.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Longest stretch
Turn left
40.2 mi · 00h 47m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Clinton to Fayetteville?
The road trip is about 142.4 miles (229.2 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 71.1 miles from Clinton and 71.3 miles from Fayetteville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 100.5 miles (161.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 41.9 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 $19.01 one way or $38.02 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 44.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Clinton and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Fayetteville.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Clinton and Fayetteville. Straight-line distance: 100.48 mi (161.71 km).
#1 Clinton
City in Arkansas, United States
| Population | 2,506 |
| Coordinates | 35.5914700, -92.4604400 |
| Altitude | 172 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fayetteville
The most populous city in Washington County, Arkansas.
| Population | 89,576 |
| Coordinates | 36.0625800, -94.1574300 |
| Altitude | 427 |
| Country | United States |
End: County Avenue (-94.157184, 36.062567)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 229 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 46m |
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 | $19.01 | $38.02 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $21.38 | $42.76 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $23.22 | $46.43 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $27.18 | $54.37 |
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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