How far is Forrest City, AR from Rogers, AR?
The driving distance from Forrest City, AR to Rogers, AR is about 294.6 miles (474.1 km), with a travel time of about 04h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 208 miles (334.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 05m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 32m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Arkansas
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Forrest City and Rogers.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Forrest City and Rogers.
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Start on North Division
9 m · 7 sec · North Division
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Turn left onto West Broadway Avenue
1449 ft · 32 sec · West Broadway Avenue
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Turn left onto North Washington Street
2 mi · 3 min · North Washington Street
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Take the ramp slight right
1265 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
228.2 mi · 3 hr 51 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
1977 ft · 48 sec
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Continue straight
46.4 mi · 47 min
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Keep slight left
11.4 mi · 12 min
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Take the exit slight right
1620 ft · 35 sec
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Keep slight right
57 m · 7 sec
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Turn right onto West Monroe Avenue
3238 ft · 1 min · West Monroe Avenue
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Turn left onto North Bloomington Street
2 mi · 3 min · North Bloomington Street
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Continue on South 8th Street
3.4 mi · 7 min · South 8th Street
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Turn right onto West Poplar Street
1991 ft · 1 min · West Poplar Street
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Turn left onto South 3rd Street
119 m · 19 sec · South 3rd Street
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Turn right onto West Elm Street
30 m · 4 sec · West Elm Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Elm Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Forrest City and Rogers.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
North Washington Street
Merge slight left
228 mi · 03h 51m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Forrest City and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Rogers.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Forrest City to Rogers?
The road trip is about 294.6 miles (474.1 km) and usually takes 04h 32m 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?
Atkins is a useful midpoint, sitting about 147.7 miles from Forrest City and 146.9 miles from Rogers.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 208 miles (334.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 86.6 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 7:54 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $39.38 one way or $78.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 92.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Forrest City and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Rogers.
Stop Ideas Near Atkins
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Atkins.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Forrest City and Rogers. Straight-line distance: 208.02 mi (334.77 km).
#1 Forrest City
City in St.
| Population | 13,820 |
| Coordinates | 35.0081500, -90.7898300 |
| Altitude | 77 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Rogers
The fourth most populous city in Arkansas.
| Population | 70,522 |
| Coordinates | 36.3320200, -94.1185400 |
| Altitude | 417 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Elm Street (-94.118519, 36.332176)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 474 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 40m |
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 | $39.38 | $78.77 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $44.29 | $88.59 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $48.10 | $96.20 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $56.32 | $112.63 |
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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