How far is Fayetteville, AR from Horseshoe Bend, AR?
The driving distance from Fayetteville, AR to Horseshoe Bend, AR is about 171.9 miles (276.6 km), with a travel time of about 03h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 134 miles (215.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 17m 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 Horseshoe Bend.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fayetteville and Horseshoe Bend.
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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
16.1 mi · 19 min
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Take the exit slight right
40.4 mi · 46 min
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Turn right
3.9 mi · 7 min
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Turn left onto Pinto Lane
1.1 mi · 3 min · Pinto Lane
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Club Road
866 ft · 24 sec · Club Road
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Keep slight right to continue on Club Road
43 m · 4 sec · Club Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Club Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fayetteville and Horseshoe Bend.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Main Street
Take the exit slight right
40.4 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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Fayetteville and Showers And Thunderstorms near Horseshoe Bend.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fayetteville to Horseshoe Bend?
The road trip is about 171.9 miles (276.6 km) and usually takes 03h 38m 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?
Everton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 85.8 miles from Fayetteville and 86 miles from Horseshoe Bend.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 134 miles (215.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 37.9 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:42 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.95 one way or $45.90 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 53.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Fayetteville and Showers And Thunderstorms near Horseshoe Bend.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fayetteville and Horseshoe Bend. Straight-line distance: 134.01 mi (215.67 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 Horseshoe Bend
City in Boise County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 2,108 |
| Coordinates | 36.2292300, -91.7643100 |
| Altitude | 265 |
| Country | United States |
End: Horseshoe Bend (-91.76431, 36.22923)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 277 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 08m |
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 | $22.95 | $45.90 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $25.81 | $51.62 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $28.03 | $56.06 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $32.81 | $65.63 |
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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