How far is Rector, AR from Fayetteville, AR?
The driving distance from Rector, AR to Fayetteville, AR is about 269.1 miles (433 km), with a travel time of about 05h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 216 miles (347.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 30m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Human settlement in Arkansas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rector and Fayetteville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rector and Fayetteville.
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Start on Front Street
16 m · 4 sec · Front Street
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Turn right onto South Main Street
16.7 mi · 29 min · South Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn right
4.7 mi · 7 min
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Turn straight
4 mi · 6 min
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Turn right onto South Missouri Avenue
108 m · 14 sec · South Missouri Avenue
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Turn left onto West Main Street
26.5 mi · 30 min · West Main Street
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Continue on South Bettis Street
12.8 mi · 15 min · South Bettis Street
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Continue on West 3rd Street
20.3 mi · 29 min · West 3rd Street
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Turn right
133 m · 6 sec
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Continue straight
1.4 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
126 m · 12 sec
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Continue straight
1277 ft · 27 sec
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Take the exit slight right
111 m · 10 sec
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Merge slight left
10.1 mi · 12 min
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Continue on T & C Boulevard
49.9 mi · 57 min · T & C Boulevard
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Turn left onto Shield-Hopper Highway
101 m · 4 sec · Shield-Hopper Highway
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Continue on Shied-Hopper Bypass
5.4 mi · 6 min · Shied-Hopper Bypass
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Continue on Shield-Hopper Bypass
19.1 mi · 22 min · Shield-Hopper Bypass
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Turn right
22.6 mi · 26 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
7.2 mi · 12 min
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Take the exit slight right
5 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right
6.1 mi · 9 min
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Continue straight
2728 ft · 1 min
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Turn left
40.2 mi · 47 min
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Turn left
2724 ft · 54 sec
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Turn slight left
18.9 mi · 30 min
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East Lafayette Street
2274 ft · 1 min · East Lafayette Street
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Turn left onto North College Avenue
2083 ft · 1 min · North College Avenue
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Turn left onto East Center Street
45 m · 8 sec · East Center Street
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Turn right
24 m · 6 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rector and Fayetteville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
T & C Boulevard
Continue on T & C Boulevard
49.9 mi · 00h 57m
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.
Sunny leaving Rector and Sunny near Fayetteville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rector to Fayetteville?
The road trip is about 269.1 miles (433 km) and usually takes 05h 15m 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?
Briarcliff is a useful midpoint, sitting about 136.6 miles from Rector and 132.5 miles from Fayetteville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 216 miles (347.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 53.1 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 6:30 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $35.94 one way or $71.88 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 84.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Rector and Sunny near Fayetteville.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rector and Fayetteville. Straight-line distance: 216.02 mi (347.65 km).
#1 Rector
City in Arkansas, United States
| Population | 1,703 |
| Coordinates | 36.2631200, -90.2926000 |
| Altitude | 87 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fayetteville
The most populous city in Washington County, Arkansas.
| Population | 89,576 |
| Coordinates | 36.0625800, -94.1574300 |
| Altitude | 427 |
| Country | United States |
End: County Avenue (-94.157184, 36.062567)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 433 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 21m |
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 | $35.94 | $71.88 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $40.42 | $80.84 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $43.89 | $87.78 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $51.39 | $102.78 |
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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