How far is Highland, AR from Fayetteville, AR?

The driving distance from Highland, AR to Fayetteville, AR is about 182.1 miles (293.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 34m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 147.6 miles (237.6 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 09m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
182.14 mi
03h 34m
Flight
147.62 mi
237.57 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
147.62 mi
Kilometers
237.57 km
Flight Time
00h 17m

Driving Distance

Road route
182.14 mi
Kilometers
293.13 km
Drive Time
03h 34m

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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 34m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Fayetteville
Sat, May 30, 9:30 AM CDT
Return by in Highland
Sat, May 30, 1:04 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Highland
2026-05-30T05:55
Arrive Fayetteville
Sat, May 30, 9:30 AM CDT
Route Timing
03h 34m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:35 AM to 11:35 AM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
9:50 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Highland
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

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.

Mid-route stop
Pyatt
AR

Human settlement in Marion County, Arkansas, United States of America

From Highland
91 mi
01h 47m
To Fayetteville
91.2 mi
01h 47m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
79°F
Saturday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Sat, May 30 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph NE
Destination
81°F
Saturday

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Starts
Sat, May 30 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Highland and Fayetteville.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Highland and Fayetteville.

  1. 1

    Start on West Lakeshore Drive

    126 m · 18 sec · West Lakeshore Drive

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Timberlane Drive

    127 m · 19 sec · Timberlane Drive

  3. 3

    Turn left onto Ridgecrest Drive

    1730 ft · 1 min · Ridgecrest Drive

  4. 4

    Continue on Ridgecrest Drive

    2839 ft · 2 min · Ridgecrest Drive

  5. 5

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Rebel Drive

    948 ft · 44 sec · Rebel Drive

  6. 6

    Turn right

    4.6 mi · 5 min

  7. 7

    Continue on T & C Boulevard

    49.9 mi · 57 min · T & C Boulevard

  8. 8

    Turn left onto Shield-Hopper Highway

    101 m · 4 sec · Shield-Hopper Highway

  9. 9

    Continue on Shied-Hopper Bypass

    5.4 mi · 6 min · Shied-Hopper Bypass

  10. 10

    Continue on Shield-Hopper Bypass

    19.1 mi · 22 min · Shield-Hopper Bypass

  11. 11

    Turn right

    22.6 mi · 26 min

  12. 12

    At the end of the road, turn right

    7.2 mi · 12 min

  13. 13

    Take the exit slight right

    5 mi · 8 min

  14. 14

    Take the exit slight right

    6.1 mi · 9 min

  15. 15

    Continue straight

    2728 ft · 1 min

  16. 16

    Turn left

    40.2 mi · 47 min

  17. 17

    Turn left

    2724 ft · 54 sec

  18. 18

    Turn slight left

    18.9 mi · 30 min

  19. 19

    At the end of the road, turn right onto East Lafayette Street

    2274 ft · 1 min · East Lafayette Street

  20. 20

    Turn left onto North College Avenue

    2083 ft · 1 min · North College Avenue

  21. 21

    Turn left onto East Center Street

    45 m · 8 sec · East Center Street

  22. 22

    Turn right

    24 m · 6 sec

  23. 23

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Highland and Fayetteville.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
23 steps
14 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
0 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
12.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
T & C Boulevard
49.9 mi · 27%
Shield-Hopper Bypass
30.8 mi · 17%
Shied-Hopper Bypass
5.43 mi · 3%
Ridgecrest Drive
0.86 mi
East Lafayette Street
0.43 mi
North College Avenue
0.39 mi
Longest Stretch

T & C Boulevard

Continue on T & C Boulevard

49.9 mi · 00h 57m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
03h 34m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
07h 10m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+34.5 mi
147.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Pyatt
01h 47m from Highland
Leave By
9:50 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Highland and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Fayetteville.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Highland to Fayetteville?

The road trip is about 182.1 miles (293.1 km) and usually takes 03h 34m 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 miles from Highland and 91.2 miles from Fayetteville.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 147.6 miles (237.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 34.5 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 9:50 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.35 one way or $48.70 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 57.1 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Highland and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Fayetteville.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Highland and Fayetteville. Straight-line distance: 147.62 mi (237.57 km).

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#1 Highland

City in Sharp County, Arkansas, United States

Population1,054
Coordinates36.2759000, -91.5240300
Altitude186
CountryUnited States
Fayetteville

#2 Fayetteville

The most populous city in Washington County, Arkansas.

Population89,576
Coordinates36.0625800, -94.1574300
Altitude427
CountryUnited States
Start: West Lakeshore Drive (-91.523716, 36.275722)
End: County Avenue (-94.157184, 36.062567)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 293 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)06h 04m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)04h 33m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 38m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 02m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 36m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 16m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
6.43 gal
24.33 L · about $24.35
Round trip
$48.70
12.86 gal · 48.66 L
Estimated CO2
57.1 kg one way
Round trip: 114.3 kg / 252 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $24.35 $48.70
Mid-grade $4.26 $27.39 $54.77
Premium $4.63 $29.74 $59.48
Diesel $5.42 $34.82 $69.64

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Arkansas · May 30, 2026

There is no time difference between Highland and Fayetteville. The current time is 05:55:27.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.