How far is Russellville, AR from Osceola, AR?
The driving distance from Russellville, AR to Osceola, AR is about 241.7 miles (389 km), with a travel time of about 04h 12m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 180.4 miles (290.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 25m 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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Human settlement in Prairie County, Arkansas, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Russellville and Osceola.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Russellville and Osceola.
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Start on North Arkansas Avenue
32 m · 10 sec · North Arkansas Avenue
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Turn left onto East Main Street
2.3 mi · 4 min · East Main Street
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Turn left onto AR 331
1489 ft · 29 sec · AR 331
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Take the ramp right toward I-40
1387 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
70.3 mi · 1 hr 12 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Memphis
122 mi · 2 hr 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 55 North: Blytheville, Saint Louis
1.2 km · 2 min
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Continue on Blues Highway
40.5 mi · 41 min · Blues Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward AR 140: Osceola
1878 ft · 37 sec
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Turn right onto West Keiser Avenue
4.4 mi · 8 min · West Keiser Avenue
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Turn left onto South Walnut Street
2675 ft · 1 min · South Walnut Street
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Turn right onto West Semmes Avenue
35 m · 11 sec · West Semmes Avenue
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Turn left
14 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 Russellville and Osceola.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Memphis
Keep slight right to continue on Memphis
122 mi · 02h 04m
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 Russellville and Sunny near Osceola.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Russellville to Osceola?
The road trip is about 241.7 miles (389 km) and usually takes 04h 12m 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?
De Valls Bluff is a useful midpoint, sitting about 120.7 miles from Russellville and 121 miles from Osceola.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 180.4 miles (290.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 61.3 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 8:34 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $32.30 one way or $64.61 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 75.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Russellville and Sunny near Osceola.
Stop Ideas Near De Valls Bluff
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 De Valls Bluff.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Russellville and Osceola. Straight-line distance: 180.42 mi (290.36 km).
#1 Russellville
City in Arkansas
| Population | 29,364 |
| Coordinates | 35.2784200, -93.1337900 |
| Altitude | 106 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Osceola
City in Mississippi County, Arkansas, United States
| Population | 6,576 |
| Coordinates | 35.7050800, -89.9695300 |
| Altitude | 75 |
| Country | United States |
End: Osceola (-89.96953, 35.70508)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 389 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 00m |
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 | $32.30 | $64.61 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $36.33 | $72.66 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $39.45 | $78.90 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $46.19 | $92.38 |
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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