How far is Fayetteville, AR from Calico Rock, AR?
The driving distance from Fayetteville, AR to Calico Rock, AR is about 148.1 miles (238.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 112.9 miles (181.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 33m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fayetteville and Calico Rock.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fayetteville and Calico Rock.
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Start on the route
24 m · 11 sec
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Turn left onto East Center Street
45 m · 8 sec · East Center Street
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Turn right onto North College Avenue
2083 ft · 59 sec · North College Avenue
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Turn right onto East Lafayette Street
2274 ft · 1 min · East Lafayette Street
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Turn left onto North Mission Boulevard
6.4 mi · 11 min · North Mission Boulevard
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Continue on West Bowen Boulevard
12.5 mi · 19 min · West Bowen Boulevard
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Turn straight
2638 ft · 53 sec
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Turn right
40.2 mi · 46 min
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Continue on Main Street
5.9 mi · 8 min · Main Street
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Keep slight left
774 ft · 23 sec
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Turn right
12.4 mi · 20 min
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Continue straight
31.1 mi · 35 min
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Continue straight
13 mi · 15 min
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Take the exit slight right
1365 ft · 37 sec
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Keep slight right
28 m · 3 sec
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Turn right
8.6 mi · 13 min
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Turn slight right
15.6 mi · 23 min
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Turn left
2077 ft · 41 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 Fayetteville and Calico Rock.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn right
40.2 mi · 00h 46m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fayetteville to Calico Rock?
The road trip is about 148.1 miles (238.3 km) and usually takes 03h 16m 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?
Harrison is a useful midpoint, sitting about 74 miles from Fayetteville and 74.1 miles from Calico Rock.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 112.9 miles (181.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 35.2 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:26 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.81 one way or $39.61 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 46.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Fayetteville and Chance Rain Showers near Calico Rock.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fayetteville and Calico Rock. Straight-line distance: 112.93 mi (181.74 km).
#1 Fayetteville
The most populous city in Washington County, Arkansas.
| Population | 89,576 |
| Coordinates | 36.0625800, -94.1574300 |
| Altitude | 427 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Calico Rock
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 1,688 |
| Coordinates | 36.1195100, -92.1359900 |
| Altitude | 125 |
| Country | United States |
End: Calico Rock (-92.13599, 36.11951)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 238 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 50m |
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 | $19.81 | $39.61 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $22.27 | $44.55 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $24.19 | $48.38 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $28.32 | $56.64 |
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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