How far is Mena, AR from Rogers, AR?
The driving distance from Mena, AR to Rogers, AR is about 158.1 miles (254.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 120.8 miles (194.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 39m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 49m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
The second most populous city in Sebastian County, Arkansas.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mena and Rogers.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mena and Rogers.
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Start on DeQueen Street
24 m · 9 sec · DeQueen Street
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Turn left onto Church Avenue
114 m · 19 sec · Church Avenue
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Turn right onto Mena Street
1581 ft · 41 sec · Mena Street
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Turn left onto Pickering
5.7 mi · 7 min · Pickering
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Continue straight
69.9 mi · 1 hr 24 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 540 North
12 mi · 14 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 40 East: Little Rock, Memphis
4.6 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
1.2 km · 2 min
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Continue straight
46.4 mi · 47 min
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Keep slight left
11.4 mi · 12 min
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Take the exit slight right
1620 ft · 35 sec
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Keep slight right
57 m · 7 sec
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Turn right onto West Monroe Avenue
3238 ft · 1 min · West Monroe Avenue
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Turn left onto North Bloomington Street
2 mi · 3 min · North Bloomington Street
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Continue on South 8th Street
3.4 mi · 7 min · South 8th Street
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Turn right onto West Poplar Street
1991 ft · 1 min · West Poplar Street
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Turn left onto South 3rd Street
119 m · 19 sec · South 3rd Street
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Turn right onto West Elm Street
30 m · 4 sec · West Elm Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Elm Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Mena and Rogers.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Pickering
Continue straight
69.9 mi · 01h 24m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Mena and Mostly Sunny near Rogers.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mena to Rogers?
The road trip is about 158.1 miles (254.5 km) and usually takes 02h 49m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Fort Smith is a useful midpoint, sitting about 79 miles from Mena and 79.2 miles from Rogers.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 120.8 miles (194.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 37.3 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:50 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.13 one way or $42.26 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Mena and Mostly Sunny near Rogers.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mena and Rogers. Straight-line distance: 120.81 mi (194.43 km).
#1 Mena
City in Arkansas
| Population | 5,410 |
| Coordinates | 34.5862200, -94.2396600 |
| Altitude | 357 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Rogers
The fourth most populous city in Arkansas.
| Population | 70,522 |
| Coordinates | 36.3320200, -94.1185400 |
| Altitude | 417 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Elm Street (-94.118519, 36.332176)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 254 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 58m |
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 | $21.13 | $42.26 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $23.77 | $47.53 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $25.81 | $51.62 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $30.22 | $60.43 |
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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