How far is Murfreesboro, AR from Springdale, AR?
The driving distance from Murfreesboro, AR to Springdale, AR is about 203.6 miles (327.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 148.9 miles (239.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 36m 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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Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 48m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Scott and Sabastian counties in Arkansas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Murfreesboro and Springdale.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Murfreesboro and Springdale.
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Start on Courthouse Square
28 m · 8 sec · Courthouse Square
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Turn sharp right onto Main Street
47 m · 3 sec · Main Street
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Continue on North Washington Avenue
2778 ft · 55 sec · North Washington Avenue
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Continue on East 13th Street
14.4 mi · 25 min · East 13th Street
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Continue straight
8.9 mi · 13 min
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Continue on Elm Street
1574 ft · 32 sec · Elm Street
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Continue on West Broadway Street
110 m · 15 sec · West Broadway Street
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Turn left onto North 1st Street
13 mi · 23 min · North 1st Street
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Turn right
8.5 mi · 15 min
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Turn left
32 mi · 40 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
54.4 mi · 1 hr 6 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 right to continue on Fulbright Expressway
2.2 mi · 3 min · Fulbright Expressway
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Continue on North College Avenue
1.3 mi · 3 min · North College Avenue
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Continue on South Thompson Street
3.3 mi · 6 min · South Thompson Street
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Turn right onto West Johnson Avenue
2927 ft · 2 min · West Johnson Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North Commercial Street
36 m · 5 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 Murfreesboro 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
At the end of the road, turn right
54.4 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 Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Murfreesboro 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 Murfreesboro to Springdale?
The road trip is about 203.6 miles (327.7 km) and usually takes 03h 48m 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?
Mansfield is a useful midpoint, sitting about 101.7 miles from Murfreesboro and 102 miles from Springdale.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 148.9 miles (239.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 54.7 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:24 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $27.23 one way or $54.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 63.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Murfreesboro and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Springdale.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Murfreesboro and Springdale. Straight-line distance: 148.86 mi (239.57 km).
#1 Murfreesboro
City in Arkansas, United States
| Population | 1,574 |
| Coordinates | 34.0623300, -93.6899000 |
| Altitude | 110 |
| 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: 328 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 32m |
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 | $27.23 | $54.46 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $30.62 | $61.24 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $33.25 | $66.51 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $38.93 | $77.87 |
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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