How far is Fayetteville, AR from Melbourne, AR?
The driving distance from Fayetteville, AR to Melbourne, AR is about 183.7 miles (295.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 125.6 miles (202.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 53m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Marion County, Arkansas, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fayetteville and Melbourne.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fayetteville and Melbourne.
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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
32.8 mi · 37 min
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Turn right onto South Main Street
1.5 mi · 2 min · South Main Street
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Continue on State Highway 9
19.3 mi · 29 min · State Highway 9
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Continue on Dixon Street
3.9 mi · 6 min · Dixon Street
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Turn right onto Main Street
134 m · 11 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Locus Street
30 m · 4 sec · Locus Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Locus Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fayetteville and Melbourne.
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Fayetteville and Showers And Thunderstorms near Melbourne.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fayetteville to Melbourne?
The road trip is about 183.7 miles (295.7 km) and usually takes 03h 56m 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?
Pyatt is a useful midpoint, sitting about 91.8 miles from Fayetteville and 92 miles from Melbourne.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 125.6 miles (202.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 58.1 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:06 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.54 one way or $49.08 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 57.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Fayetteville and Showers And Thunderstorms near Melbourne.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fayetteville and Melbourne. Straight-line distance: 125.61 mi (202.15 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 Melbourne
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 1,871 |
| Coordinates | 36.0595100, -91.9084800 |
| Altitude | 186 |
| Country | United States |
End: Melbourne (-91.90848, 36.05951)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 296 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 17m |
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 | $24.54 | $49.08 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $27.60 | $55.20 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $29.97 | $59.94 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $35.09 | $70.18 |
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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