How far is Pea Ridge, AR from Springdale, AR?
The driving distance from Pea Ridge, AR to Springdale, AR is about 296.6 miles (477.4 km), with a travel time of about 04h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 222.4 miles (357.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 52m 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
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pea Ridge and Springdale.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pea Ridge and Springdale.
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Start on the route
3.6 mi · 6 min
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Continue straight
7 mi · 10 min
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Turn right
88.3 mi · 1 hr 40 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 40 West, US 65 North, AR 107 North: Conway, Fort Smith
1461 ft · 36 sec
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Keep slight left
140.7 mi · 2 hr 22 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
1977 ft · 48 sec
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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 Pea Ridge and Springdale.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 40 West
Keep slight left
141 mi · 02h 22m
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 Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny leaving Pea Ridge and Sunny near Springdale.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pea Ridge to Springdale?
The road trip is about 296.6 miles (477.4 km) and usually takes 04h 26m 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?
Morrilton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 147 miles from Pea Ridge and 149.6 miles from Springdale.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 222.4 miles (357.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 74.2 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 8:08 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $39.65 one way or $79.30 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 93 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny around Pea Ridge and Sunny near Springdale.
Stop Ideas Near Morrilton
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Morrilton.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pea Ridge and Springdale. Straight-line distance: 222.36 mi (357.85 km).
#1 Pea Ridge
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 6,452 |
| Coordinates | 33.9206600, -91.3367900 |
| Altitude | 47 |
| 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: 477 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 42m |
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 | $39.65 | $79.30 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $44.59 | $89.18 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $48.42 | $96.85 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $56.70 | $113.39 |
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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