How far is Decatur, AR from Springdale, AR?
The driving distance from Decatur, AR to Springdale, AR is about 32.1 miles (51.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 21.2 miles (34.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 36m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 48m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Decatur and Springdale.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Decatur and Springdale.
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Start on North Main Street
15 m · 9 sec · North Main Street
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Turn left onto East Roller Avenue
1.1 mi · 2 min · East Roller Avenue
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Continue on State Highway 102
8 mi · 11 min · State Highway 102
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Continue on West Centerton Boulevard
4.2 mi · 7 min · West Centerton Boulevard
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Continue on Southwest 14th Street
2.3 mi · 4 min · Southwest 14th Street
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Continue on Southeast 14th Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · Southeast 14th Street
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Take the ramp slight right
1203 ft · 15 sec
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Continue straight
7.4 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AR 264: West Monroe Avenue
1733 ft · 43 sec
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Turn left onto West Monroe Avenue
1.4 km · 1 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 Decatur 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.
State Highway 102
Continue on State Highway 102
8.03 mi · 00h 11m
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.
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Decatur and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Springdale.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Decatur to Springdale?
The road trip is about 32.1 miles (51.6 km) and usually takes 00h 48m 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?
Bentonville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.6 miles from Decatur and 16.4 miles from Springdale.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 21.2 miles (34.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.9 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 4:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.28 one way or $8.56 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Decatur and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Springdale.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Decatur and Springdale. Straight-line distance: 21.17 mi (34.07 km).
#1 Decatur
City in Benton County, Arkansas, United States
| Population | 1,790 |
| Coordinates | 36.3359100, -94.4607700 |
| Altitude | 377 |
| 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: 52 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 23m |
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 | $4.28 | $8.56 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $4.81 | $9.63 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $5.23 | $10.45 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $6.12 | $12.24 |
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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