How far is Rogers, AR from West Helena, AR?
The driving distance from Rogers, AR to West Helena, AR is about 317.8 miles (511.5 km), with a travel time of about 05h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 231.2 miles (372 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 39m 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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Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rogers and West Helena.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rogers and West Helena.
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Start on West Elm Street
30 m · 9 sec · West Elm Street
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Turn left onto South 3rd Street
119 m · 19 sec · South 3rd Street
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Turn right onto West Poplar Street
1991 ft · 1 min · West Poplar Street
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Turn left onto South 8th Street
3.4 mi · 6 min · South 8th Street
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Continue on North Bloomington Street
2 mi · 3 min · North Bloomington Street
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Turn right onto West Monroe Avenue
1.4 km · 1 min · West Monroe Avenue
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Take the ramp left
1692 ft · 21 sec
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Merge slight left
57.8 mi · 1 hr
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Keep slight left to continue on I 40 East: Alma, Little Rock
3167 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
142 mi · 2 hr 24 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Memphis
60.8 mi · 1 hr 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 49, AR 17: Brinkley, Cotton Plant
1548 ft · 38 sec
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Turn right onto North Main Street
2.3 mi · 5 min · North Main Street
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Turn left onto West Sycamore Street
1803 ft · 38 sec · West Sycamore Street
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Turn right onto South Grand Avenue
1.2 mi · 2 min · South Grand Avenue
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Merge slight right
44.2 mi · 1 hr
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Keep slight left
1.5 km · 2 min
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Turn left onto Anderson Street
1911 ft · 58 sec · Anderson Street
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Turn left
61 m · 4 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 Rogers and West Helena.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 40 East
Merge slight left
142 mi · 02h 24m
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.
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Rogers and Mostly Sunny near West Helena.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rogers to West Helena?
The road trip is about 317.8 miles (511.5 km) and usually takes 05h 49m 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 158.8 miles from Rogers and 159 miles from West Helena.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 231.2 miles (372 km), while the road route adds roughly 86.6 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 5:20 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $42.49 one way or $84.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 99.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Rogers and Mostly Sunny near West Helena.
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 Rogers and West Helena. Straight-line distance: 231.17 mi (372.03 km).
#1 Rogers
The fourth most populous city in Arkansas.
| Population | 70,522 |
| Coordinates | 36.3320200, -94.1185400 |
| Altitude | 417 |
| Country | United States |
#2 West Helena
City in Phillips County, Arkansas, United States of America
| Population | 7,679 |
| Coordinates | 34.5506600, -90.6417700 |
| Altitude | 78 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Helena (-90.64177, 34.55066)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 512 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 57m |
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 | $42.49 | $84.98 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $47.79 | $95.57 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $51.89 | $103.79 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $60.76 | $121.51 |
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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