How far is Eureka Springs, AR from Fayetteville, AR?
The driving distance from Eureka Springs, AR to Fayetteville, AR is about 45.2 miles (72.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 03m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 33.1 miles (53.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 07m 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 01h 03m.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Madison County, Arkansas, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Eureka Springs and Fayetteville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eureka Springs and Fayetteville.
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Start on 1st Street
32 m · 13 sec · 1st Street
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Turn left
36 m · 14 sec
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Turn left onto North Main Street
1 km · 1 min · North Main Street
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Keep slight left
20 m · 8 sec
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Turn left onto Kings Highway
17 m · 1 sec · Kings Highway
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Continue on East Van Buren Street
1.1 km · 1 min · East Van Buren Street
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Turn right onto Huntsville Road
1 km · 57 sec · Huntsville Road
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Continue on Van Buren Street
9.5 mi · 14 min · Van Buren Street
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Turn right onto Clifty Highway
6.2 mi · 11 min · Clifty Highway
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Turn left
6.1 mi · 11 min
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Turn right
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Turn left
2.7 mi · 5 min
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Turn right
16.4 mi · 26 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 Eureka Springs and Fayetteville.
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.
Longest stretch
Turn right
16.4 mi · 00h 26m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Eureka Springs and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Fayetteville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Eureka Springs to Fayetteville?
The road trip is about 45.2 miles (72.7 km) and usually takes 01h 03m 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?
Hindsville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.6 miles from Eureka Springs and 22.6 miles from Fayetteville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 33.1 miles (53.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.1 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:22 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.02 one way or $12.04 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Eureka Springs and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Fayetteville.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Eureka Springs and Fayetteville. Straight-line distance: 33.08 mi (53.23 km).
#1 Eureka Springs
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 2,084 |
| Coordinates | 36.4011800, -93.7379700 |
| Altitude | 384 |
| 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: 73 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 33m |
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 | $6.02 | $12.04 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $6.77 | $13.54 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $7.35 | $14.71 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $8.61 | $17.22 |
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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