How far is Searcy, AR from Russellville, AR?
The driving distance from Searcy, AR to Russellville, AR is about 96.4 miles (155.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 78.9 miles (126.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 16m 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 38m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The most populous city in Faulkner County, Arkansas.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Searcy and Russellville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Searcy and Russellville.
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Start on the route
30 m · 13 sec
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Turn sharp left onto East Race Avenue
34 m · 11 sec · East Race Avenue
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Turn left onto North Main Street
3.1 mi · 6 min · North Main Street
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Take the ramp straight
2491 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
13.5 mi · 13 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 64 West, I 57 Business North: Beebe, Conway
2037 ft · 50 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 64 West: Conway
32.6 mi · 42 min
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Take the exit straight
2355 ft · 57 sec
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Merge slight left
42 mi · 42 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AR 331, US 64
1573 ft · 40 sec
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Turn left
2320 ft · 46 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East Main Street
2.3 mi · 4 min · East Main Street
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Turn right onto North Arkansas Avenue
32 m · 3 sec · North Arkansas Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Arkansas Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Searcy and Russellville.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 64 West
Merge slight left
42 mi · 00h 42m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Searcy and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Russellville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Searcy to Russellville?
The road trip is about 96.4 miles (155.2 km) and usually takes 01h 38m 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?
Conway is a useful midpoint, sitting about 47.7 miles from Searcy and 48.7 miles from Russellville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 78.9 miles (126.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.5 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 3:14 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.88 one way or $25.75 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Searcy and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Russellville.
Stop Ideas Near Conway
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 Conway.
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Malvern station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Searcy and Russellville. Straight-line distance: 78.86 mi (126.92 km).
#1 Searcy
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 23,543 |
| Coordinates | 35.2506400, -91.7362500 |
| Altitude | 81 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Russellville
City in Arkansas
| Population | 29,364 |
| Coordinates | 35.2784200, -93.1337900 |
| Altitude | 106 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Arkansas Avenue (-93.133718, 35.278419)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 155 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 12m |
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 | $12.88 | $25.75 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $14.48 | $28.96 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $15.73 | $31.45 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $18.41 | $36.82 |
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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