How far is Fayetteville, AR from Decatur, AR?
The driving distance from Fayetteville, AR to Decatur, AR is about 39.1 miles (62.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 25.4 miles (40.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 52m 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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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Benton County, Arkansas, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fayetteville and Decatur.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fayetteville and Decatur.
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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
2.3 mi · 5 min · North College Avenue
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Turn left onto East Township Street
2360 ft · 1 min · East Township Street
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Turn right onto North Gregg Avenue
1.2 mi · 3 min · North Gregg Avenue
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Turn right onto North Shiloh Drive
761 ft · 25 sec · North Shiloh Drive
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Take the ramp right
619 ft · 9 sec
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Merge slight left onto Fulbright Expressway
1200 ft · 17 sec · Fulbright Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 49 North, US 62 North, US 71 North: Springdale, Rogers
1 km · 48 sec
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Merge slight left
4 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 412
1473 ft · 31 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 412
59 m · 13 sec
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Turn left onto West Sunset Avenue
1.5 mi · 3 min · West Sunset Avenue
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Continue on East Henri de Tonti Boulevard
16.4 mi · 21 min · East Henri de Tonti Boulevard
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Take the exit right
103 m · 6 sec
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Turn slight right
11.7 mi · 17 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fayetteville and Decatur.
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.
East Henri de Tonti Boulevard
Continue on East Henri de Tonti Boulevard
16.4 mi · 00h 21m
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 leaving Fayetteville and Partly Sunny near Decatur.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fayetteville to Decatur?
The road trip is about 39.1 miles (62.9 km) and usually takes 00h 56m 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?
Highfill is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.5 miles from Fayetteville and 19.5 miles from Decatur.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 25.4 miles (40.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.7 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 4:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.23 one way or $10.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Fayetteville and Partly Sunny near Decatur.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fayetteville and Decatur. Straight-line distance: 25.35 mi (40.8 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 Decatur
City in Benton County, Arkansas, United States
| Population | 1,790 |
| Coordinates | 36.3359100, -94.4607700 |
| Altitude | 377 |
| Country | United States |
End: Decatur (-94.46077, 36.33591)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 63 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 29m |
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 | $5.23 | $10.45 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $5.88 | $11.75 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $6.38 | $12.76 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $7.47 | $14.95 |
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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