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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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 Highland and Fayetteville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Highland and Fayetteville.
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Start on West Lakeshore Drive
126 m · 18 sec · West Lakeshore Drive
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Turn right onto Timberlane Drive
127 m · 19 sec · Timberlane Drive
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Turn left onto Ridgecrest Drive
1730 ft · 1 min · Ridgecrest Drive
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Continue on Ridgecrest Drive
2839 ft · 2 min · Ridgecrest Drive
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Rebel Drive
948 ft · 44 sec · Rebel Drive
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Turn right
4.6 mi · 5 min
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Continue on T & C Boulevard
49.9 mi · 57 min · T & C Boulevard
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Turn left onto Shield-Hopper Highway
101 m · 4 sec · Shield-Hopper Highway
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Continue on Shied-Hopper Bypass
5.4 mi · 6 min · Shied-Hopper Bypass
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Continue on Shield-Hopper Bypass
19.1 mi · 22 min · Shield-Hopper Bypass
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Turn right
22.6 mi · 26 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
7.2 mi · 12 min
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Take the exit slight right
5 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right
6.1 mi · 9 min
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Continue straight
2728 ft · 1 min
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Turn left
40.2 mi · 47 min
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Turn left
2724 ft · 54 sec
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Turn slight left
18.9 mi · 30 min
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East Lafayette Street
2274 ft · 1 min · East Lafayette Street
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Turn left onto North College Avenue
2083 ft · 1 min · North College Avenue
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Turn left onto East Center Street
45 m · 8 sec · East Center Street
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Turn right
24 m · 6 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Highland and Fayetteville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
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.
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.
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).
#1 Highland
City in Sharp County, Arkansas, United States
| Population | 1,054 |
| Coordinates | 36.2759000, -91.5240300 |
| Altitude | 186 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fayetteville
The most populous city in Washington County, Arkansas.
| Population | 89,576 |
| Coordinates | 36.0625800, -94.1574300 |
| Altitude | 427 |
| Country | United States |
End: County Avenue (-94.157184, 36.062567)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 293 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 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.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| 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.
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