How far is Gravel Ridge, AR from Springdale, AR?
The driving distance from Gravel Ridge, AR to Springdale, AR is about 197.8 miles (318.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 142 miles (228.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 27m 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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City in Arkansas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gravel Ridge and Springdale.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gravel Ridge and Springdale.
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Start on Cordelia Drive
11 m · 4 sec · Cordelia Drive
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Turn right onto Jacksonville Cutoff Road
2042 ft · 56 sec · Jacksonville Cutoff Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto State Highway 107
1.5 km · 1 min · State Highway 107
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Turn left onto Brockington Road
1.9 mi · 5 min · Brockington Road
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Continue on Brookswood Road
2056 ft · 44 sec · Brookswood Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Warden Road
986 ft · 20 sec · Warden Road
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Take the ramp slight left
639 ft · 16 sec
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Merge slight left
4 mi · 5 min
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Merge slight left
142 mi · 2 hr 24 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 right to continue on Fulbright Expressway
2.2 mi · 3 min · Fulbright Expressway
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Continue on North College Avenue
1.3 mi · 3 min · North College Avenue
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Continue on South Thompson Street
3.3 mi · 6 min · South Thompson Street
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Turn right onto West Johnson Avenue
2927 ft · 2 min · West Johnson Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North Commercial Street
36 m · 5 sec · North Commercial Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Commercial Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gravel Ridge and Springdale.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Warden Road
Merge slight left
142 mi · 02h 24m
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 Gravel Ridge and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Springdale.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gravel Ridge to Springdale?
The road trip is about 197.8 miles (318.3 km) and usually takes 03h 13m 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?
Lamar is a useful midpoint, sitting about 102 miles from Gravel Ridge and 95.8 miles from Springdale.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 142 miles (228.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 55.8 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 10:32 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.43 one way or $52.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 62 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Gravel Ridge and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Springdale.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gravel Ridge and Springdale. Straight-line distance: 142.03 mi (228.57 km).
#1 Gravel Ridge
City in Pulaski County, Arkansas, United States of America
| Population | 2,902 |
| Coordinates | 34.8684200, -92.1907000 |
| Altitude | 77 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Springdale
The most populous city in Washington County, Arkansas.
| Population | 81,115 |
| Coordinates | 36.1867400, -94.1288100 |
| Altitude | 403 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-94.128809, 36.186791)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 318 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 28m |
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 | $26.43 | $52.87 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $29.73 | $59.46 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $32.28 | $64.57 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $37.80 | $75.59 |
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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