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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
167.93 mi
03h 31m
Flight
127.78 mi
205.65 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
127.78 mi
Kilometers
205.65 km
Flight Time
00h 15m

Driving Distance

Road route
167.93 mi
Kilometers
270.25 km
Drive Time
03h 31m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 31m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Salem
Sat, Apr 18, 9:34 AM CDT
Return by in Rogers
Sat, Apr 18, 1:05 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Rogers
2026-04-18T06:02
Arrive Salem
Sat, Apr 18, 9:34 AM CDT
Route Timing
03h 31m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:31 AM to 11:31 AM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
9:58 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Rogers
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Harrison
AR

City in Arkansas, USA

From Rogers
83.9 mi
01h 45m
To Salem
84.1 mi
01h 45m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
62°F
Saturday

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
15 mph NW
Destination
69°F
Saturday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph W

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.

  1. 1

    Start on West Elm Street

    659 ft · 24 sec · West Elm Street

  2. 2

    At the end of the road, turn right onto South 1st Street

    759 ft · 38 sec · South 1st Street

  3. 3

    At the end of the road, turn left onto West Cherry Street

    86 m · 14 sec · West Cherry Street

  4. 4

    Turn right onto South Arkansas Street

    1393 ft · 38 sec · South Arkansas Street

  5. 5

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward South 1st Street

    34 m · 3 sec · South 1st Street

  6. 6

    Exit the roundabout onto South 1st Street

    4.3 mi · 8 min · South 1st Street

  7. 7

    Continue on North Old Wire Road

    2.8 mi · 5 min · North Old Wire Road

  8. 8

    Continue on Dick Trammel Highway

    1.6 mi · 3 min · Dick Trammel Highway

  9. 9

    Continue on North Old Missouri Road

    1.1 mi · 2 min · North Old Missouri Road

  10. 10

    Turn left onto East Huntsville Avenue

    1.2 mi · 2 min · East Huntsville Avenue

  11. 11

    Continue on Butterfield Coach Road

    1.3 mi · 3 min · Butterfield Coach Road

  12. 12

    Turn left onto East Robinson Avenue

    56.3 mi · 1 hr 6 min · East Robinson Avenue

  13. 13

    Continue on Main Street

    5.9 mi · 8 min · Main Street

  14. 14

    Keep slight left

    774 ft · 23 sec

  15. 15

    Turn right

    12.4 mi · 20 min

  16. 16

    Continue straight

    31.1 mi · 35 min

  17. 17

    Continue straight

    16.1 mi · 19 min

  18. 18

    Take the exit slight right

    32.8 mi · 37 min

  19. 19

    Turn left onto South Main Street

    1250 ft · 25 sec · South Main Street

  20. 20

    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.

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
20 steps
9 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
0 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
11.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Main Street
86.1 mi · 51%
East Robinson Avenue
56.3 mi · 34%
South 1st Street
4.42 mi · 3%
North Old Wire Road
2.8 mi · 2%
Dick Trammel Highway
1.56 mi · 1%
Butterfield Coach Road
1.33 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

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.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
03h 31m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
07h 02m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+40.2 mi
127.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Harrison
01h 45m from Rogers
Leave By
9:58 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

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).

Rogers

#1 Rogers

The fourth most populous city in Arkansas.

Population70,522
Coordinates36.3320200, -94.1185400
Altitude417
CountryUnited States
Salem

#2 Salem

City in Arkansas, United States

Population1,655
Coordinates36.3711800, -91.8226500
Altitude202
CountryUnited States
Start: Rogers (-94.11854, 36.33202)
End: Salem (-91.82265, 36.37118)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 270 km by road

SpeedTime
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.

One-way fuel
5.93 gal
22.43 L · about $22.46
Round trip
$44.91
11.86 gal · 44.86 L
Estimated CO2
52.7 kg one way
Round trip: 105.4 kg / 232 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
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.

Prices in Arkansas · Apr 18, 2026

There is no time difference between Rogers and Salem. The current time is 06:02:42.

Distance to Other Cities

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