How far is Midway, AR from Fayetteville, AR?

The driving distance from Midway, AR to Fayetteville, AR is about 122.8 miles (197.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 26m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 97.1 miles (156.3 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 53m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
122.8 mi
02h 26m
Flight
97.1 mi
156.27 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
97.1 mi
Kilometers
156.27 km
Flight Time
00h 11m

Driving Distance

Road route
122.8 mi
Kilometers
197.63 km
Drive Time
02h 26m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 02h 26m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Fayetteville
Fri, Oct 16, 3:03 AM CDT
Return by in Midway
Fri, Oct 16, 5:30 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Midway
2026-10-16T00:36
Arrive Fayetteville
Fri, Oct 16, 3:03 AM CDT
Route Timing
02h 26m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:27 AM to 12:27 PM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
1:36 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Midway
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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
Alpena
AR

Town in Arkansas, USA

From Midway
61.3 mi
01h 13m
To Fayetteville
61.5 mi
01h 13m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
61°F
Friday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Fri, Oct 16 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
15 to 20 mph NNW
Destination
57°F
Friday

Partly Sunny

Starts
Fri, Oct 16 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
20 mph N

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    16 m · 3 sec

  2. 2

    Turn right

    1014 ft · 22 sec

  3. 3

    Turn right

    7 mi · 12 min

  4. 4

    Turn right onto East Main Street

    13.7 mi · 16 min · East Main Street

  5. 5

    Turn right

    22.6 mi · 26 min

  6. 6

    At the end of the road, turn right

    7.2 mi · 12 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right

    5 mi · 8 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right

    6.1 mi · 9 min

  9. 9

    Continue straight

    2728 ft · 1 min

  10. 10

    Turn left

    40.2 mi · 47 min

  11. 11

    Turn left

    2724 ft · 54 sec

  12. 12

    Turn slight left

    18.9 mi · 30 min

  13. 13

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

    2274 ft · 1 min · East Lafayette Street

  14. 14

    Turn left onto North College Avenue

    2083 ft · 1 min · North College Avenue

  15. 15

    Turn left onto East Center Street

    45 m · 8 sec · East Center Street

  16. 16

    Turn right

    24 m · 6 sec

  17. 17

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Midway 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
17 steps
12 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
0 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
13.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
East Main Street
25.4 mi · 21%
East Lafayette Street
0.43 mi
North College Avenue
0.39 mi
East Center Street
0.03 mi
Longest Stretch

Longest stretch

Turn left

40.2 mi · 00h 47m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 26m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 54m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+25.7 mi
97.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Alpena
01h 13m from Midway
Leave By
1:36 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Midway and Partly Sunny near Fayetteville.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 122.8 miles (197.6 km) and usually takes 02h 26m 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?

Alpena is a useful midpoint, sitting about 61.3 miles from Midway and 61.5 miles from Fayetteville.

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

The direct path is about 97.1 miles (156.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.7 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 1:36 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.09 one way or $34.18 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Midway and Partly Sunny near Fayetteville.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Midway and Fayetteville. Straight-line distance: 97.1 mi (156.27 km).

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#1 Midway

Midway is a place in Arkansas, United States.

Population0
Coordinates36.3853400, -92.4618300
Altitude277
CountryUnited States
Fayetteville

#2 Fayetteville

The most populous city in Washington County, Arkansas.

Population89,576
Coordinates36.0625800, -94.1574300
Altitude427
CountryUnited States
Start: Hwy 178 (-92.461821, 36.385411)
End: County Avenue (-94.157184, 36.062567)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 198 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 05m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 04m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 27m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 02m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 45m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 31m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.33 gal
16.4 L · about $17.09
Round trip
$34.18
8.66 gal · 32.8 L
Estimated CO2
38.5 kg one way
Round trip: 77 kg / 170 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.95 $17.09 $34.18
Mid-grade $4.44 $19.23 $38.46
Premium $4.83 $20.89 $41.78
Diesel $5.92 $25.62 $51.25

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 · Oct 15, 2026

There is no time difference between Midway and Fayetteville. The current time is 00:36:52.

Distance to Other Cities

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