How far is Forrest City, AR from Russellville, AR?
The driving distance from Forrest City, AR to Russellville, AR is about 161.6 miles (260 km), with a travel time of about 02h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 133.7 miles (215.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 58m 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.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 29m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Census-designated place in Pulaski County, Arkansas
Route Weather Snapshot
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Patchy Fog then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Forrest City and Russellville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Forrest City and Russellville.
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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
156.4 mi · 2 hr 39 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AR 331, US 64
1573 ft · 40 sec
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Turn left
2320 ft · 46 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East Main Street
2.3 mi · 4 min · East Main Street
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Turn right onto North Arkansas Avenue
32 m · 3 sec · North Arkansas Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Arkansas Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Forrest City and Russellville.
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
156 mi · 02h 39m
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.
Patchy Fog then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Forrest City and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Russellville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Forrest City to Russellville?
The road trip is about 161.6 miles (260 km) and usually takes 02h 29m 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?
McAlmont is a useful midpoint, sitting about 80.8 miles from Forrest City and 80.7 miles from Russellville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 133.7 miles (215.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.9 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.59 one way or $43.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Forrest City and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Russellville.
Stop Ideas Near McAlmont
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 McAlmont.
Little Rock Union Station
Malvern station
Arkadelphia station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Forrest City and Russellville. Straight-line distance: 133.74 mi (215.23 km).
#1 Forrest City
City in St.
| Population | 13,820 |
| Coordinates | 35.0081500, -90.7898300 |
| Altitude | 77 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Russellville
City in Arkansas
| Population | 29,364 |
| Coordinates | 35.2784200, -93.1337900 |
| Altitude | 106 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Arkansas Avenue (-93.133718, 35.278419)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 260 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 00m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $21.59 | $43.17 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $24.28 | $48.55 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $26.36 | $52.73 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $30.87 | $61.73 |
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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