How far is Rogers, AR from Salem, AR?
The driving distance from Rogers, AR to Salem, AR is about 168 miles (270.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 127.8 miles (205.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 02m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 31m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Arkansas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rogers and Salem.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rogers and Salem.
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Start on West Elm Street
659 ft · 24 sec · West Elm Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South 1st Street
759 ft · 38 sec · South 1st Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto West Cherry Street
86 m · 14 sec · West Cherry Street
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Turn right onto South Arkansas Street
1393 ft · 38 sec · South Arkansas Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward South 1st Street
34 m · 3 sec · South 1st Street
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Exit the roundabout onto South 1st Street
4.3 mi · 8 min · South 1st Street
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Continue on North Old Wire Road
2.8 mi · 5 min · North Old Wire Road
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Continue on Dick Trammel Highway
1.6 mi · 3 min · Dick Trammel Highway
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Continue on North Old Missouri Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · North Old Missouri Road
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Turn left onto East Huntsville Avenue
1.2 mi · 2 min · East Huntsville Avenue
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Continue on Butterfield Coach Road
1.3 mi · 3 min · Butterfield Coach Road
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Turn left onto East Robinson Avenue
56.3 mi · 1 hr 6 min · East Robinson Avenue
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Continue on Main Street
5.9 mi · 8 min · Main Street
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Keep slight left
774 ft · 23 sec
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Turn right
12.4 mi · 20 min
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Continue straight
31.1 mi · 35 min
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Continue straight
16.1 mi · 19 min
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Take the exit slight right
32.8 mi · 37 min
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Turn left onto South Main Street
1250 ft · 25 sec · South Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rogers and Salem.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East Robinson Avenue
Turn left onto East Robinson Avenue
56.3 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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Rogers and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Salem.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rogers to Salem?
The road trip is about 168 miles (270.3 km) and usually takes 03h 31m 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?
Harrison is a useful midpoint, sitting about 83.9 miles from Rogers and 84.1 miles from Salem.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 127.8 miles (205.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 40.2 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 9:58 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.46 one way or $44.91 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 52.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Rogers and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Salem.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rogers and Salem. Straight-line distance: 127.78 mi (205.65 km).
#1 Rogers
The fourth most populous city in Arkansas.
| Population | 70,522 |
| Coordinates | 36.3320200, -94.1185400 |
| Altitude | 417 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Salem
City in Arkansas, United States
| Population | 1,655 |
| Coordinates | 36.3711800, -91.8226500 |
| Altitude | 202 |
| Country | United States |
End: Salem (-91.82265, 36.37118)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 270 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 05m |
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 | $22.46 | $44.91 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $25.26 | $50.51 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $27.43 | $54.85 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $32.11 | $64.22 |
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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