How far is Lowell, AR from Texarkana, AR?
The driving distance from Lowell, AR to Texarkana, AR is about 251.3 miles (404.5 km), with a travel time of about 04h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 194.5 miles (313 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 12m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Arkansas, USA
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lowell and Texarkana.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lowell and Texarkana.
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Start on Jackson Street
152 m · 26 sec · Jackson Street
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Turn right onto East Monroe Avenue
1.2 mi · 2 min · East Monroe Avenue
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Take the ramp left
1692 ft · 21 sec
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Merge slight left
57.8 mi · 1 hr
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Keep slight right to continue on I 40 West: Van Buren, Fort Smith
1596 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left
4.3 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 540 South, US 71 South: Fort Smith
12.3 mi · 14 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 71 South: Texarkana
1749 ft · 45 sec
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Turn left
121.2 mi · 2 hr 24 min
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Turn left onto East Collin Raye Drive
8 mi · 11 min · East Collin Raye Drive
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Continue straight
44.5 mi · 1 hr 1 min
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Turn left onto East 24th Street
1500 ft · 32 sec · East 24th Street
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Turn right onto County Avenue
1338 ft · 42 sec · County Avenue
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Turn left onto East 20th Street
55 m · 8 sec · East 20th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 20th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lowell and Texarkana.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Longest stretch
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121 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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Lowell and Sunny near Texarkana.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lowell to Texarkana?
The road trip is about 251.3 miles (404.5 km) and usually takes 04h 36m 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?
Waldron is a useful midpoint, sitting about 125.4 miles from Lowell and 126 miles from Texarkana.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 194.5 miles (313 km), while the road route adds roughly 56.8 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 7:48 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $35.01 one way or $70.02 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 78.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Lowell and Sunny near Texarkana.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lowell and Texarkana. Straight-line distance: 194.47 mi (312.97 km).
#1 Lowell
City in Benton Count, Arkansas, United States
| Population | 9,876 |
| Coordinates | 36.2553500, -94.1307600 |
| Altitude | 409 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Texarkana
City in Miller County, Arkansas, United States
| Population | 29,556 |
| Coordinates | 33.4417900, -94.0376900 |
| Altitude | 110 |
| Country | United States |
End: East 20th Street (-94.037686, 33.441936)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 405 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 08m |
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 | $3.95 | $35.01 | $70.02 |
| Mid-grade | $4.44 | $39.39 | $78.78 |
| Premium | $4.83 | $42.80 | $85.60 |
| Diesel | $5.92 | $52.49 | $104.99 |
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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