How far is Russellville, AR from Van Buren, AR?
The driving distance from Russellville, AR to Van Buren, AR is about 77.7 miles (125.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 69.3 miles (111.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 45m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 22m.
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City in Arkansas, USA
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Russellville and Van Buren.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Russellville and Van Buren.
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Start on North Arkansas Avenue
32 m · 7 sec · North Arkansas Avenue
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Turn right onto West Main Street
3.1 mi · 5 min · West Main Street
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Continue on West Main Street
1.5 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
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Turn right onto Mission Road
1316 ft · 22 sec · Mission Road
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Continue on Lakewood Drive
112 m · 10 sec · Lakewood Drive
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Take the ramp left toward I-40
1585 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left
69.6 mi · 1 hr 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 540 South, US 71 South: Fort Smith
1.4 km · 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 64 West: Van Buren
2159 ft · 52 sec
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Turn straight onto Alma Highway
1.6 km · 2 min · Alma Highway
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Continue on Main Street
3207 ft · 58 sec · Main Street
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Continue on East Main Street
60 m · 4 sec · East Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Russellville and Van Buren.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I-40
Merge slight left
69.6 mi · 01h 10m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Russellville and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Van Buren.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Russellville to Van Buren?
The road trip is about 77.7 miles (125.1 km) and usually takes 01h 22m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Wiederkehr Village is a useful midpoint, sitting about 38.8 miles from Russellville and 38.9 miles from Van Buren.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 69.3 miles (111.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.4 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.38 one way or $20.75 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Russellville and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Van Buren.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Russellville and Van Buren. Straight-line distance: 69.3 mi (111.53 km).
#1 Russellville
City in Arkansas
| Population | 29,364 |
| Coordinates | 35.2784200, -93.1337900 |
| Altitude | 106 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Van Buren
8th president of the United States (1782-1862)
| Population | 23,812 |
| Coordinates | 35.4367600, -94.3482700 |
| Altitude | 126 |
| Country | United States |
End: Van Buren (-94.34827, 35.43676)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 125 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 58m |
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 | $10.38 | $20.75 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $11.67 | $23.34 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $12.67 | $25.35 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $14.84 | $29.67 |
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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