How far is Highland, AR from Springdale, AR?
The driving distance from Highland, AR to Springdale, AR is about 181.3 miles (291.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 145.3 miles (233.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 59m 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 03h 29m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Marion County, Arkansas, United States of America
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 Highland and Springdale.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Highland and Springdale.
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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
56.4 mi · 1 hr 6 min
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Turn right onto Butterfield Coach Road
1.3 mi · 3 min · Butterfield Coach Road
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Turn left onto East Emma Avenue
1.7 mi · 4 min · East Emma Avenue
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Turn right onto North Commercial Street
636 ft · 28 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 Highland 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.
Longest stretch
Turn left
56.4 mi · 01h 06m
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 Highland and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Springdale.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Highland to Springdale?
The road trip is about 181.3 miles (291.7 km) and usually takes 03h 29m 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 90.5 miles from Highland and 90.7 miles from Springdale.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 145.3 miles (233.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 36 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 10:00 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.24 one way or $48.47 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 56.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Highland and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Springdale.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Highland and Springdale. Straight-line distance: 145.3 mi (233.84 km).
#1 Highland
City in Sharp County, Arkansas, United States
| Population | 1,054 |
| Coordinates | 36.2759000, -91.5240300 |
| Altitude | 186 |
| 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: 292 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 15m |
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 | $24.24 | $48.47 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $27.26 | $54.52 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $29.60 | $59.20 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $34.66 | $69.31 |
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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