How far is Springdale, AR from Alexander, AR?

The driving distance from Springdale, AR to Alexander, AR is about 205.5 miles (330.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 36m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 143.5 miles (231 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 13m 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
205.56 mi
03h 36m
Flight
143.55 mi
231.02 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
143.55 mi
Kilometers
231.02 km
Flight Time
00h 17m

Driving Distance

Road route
205.56 mi
Kilometers
330.82 km
Drive Time
03h 36m

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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 36m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Alexander
Thu, Apr 16, 12:30 PM CDT
Return by in Springdale
Thu, Apr 16, 4:06 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Springdale
2026-04-16T08:53
Arrive Alexander
Thu, Apr 16, 12:30 PM CDT
Route Timing
03h 36m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:37 AM to 11:37 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
9:46 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Springdale
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

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.

Mid-route stop
Lamar
AR

City in Arkansas, USA

From Springdale
102.8 mi
01h 48m
To Alexander
102.8 mi
01h 48m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
81°F
Thursday

Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph S
Destination
82°F
Thursday

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Springdale and Alexander.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Springdale and Alexander.

  1. 1

    Start on North Commercial Street

    36 m · 7 sec · North Commercial Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto East Johnson Avenue

    2927 ft · 2 min · East Johnson Avenue

  3. 3

    Turn left onto North Thompson Street

    3.3 mi · 6 min · North Thompson Street

  4. 4

    Continue on North College Avenue

    1.5 mi · 3 min · North College Avenue

  5. 5

    Keep slight right to continue on Fulbright Expressway

    48.3 mi · 50 min · Fulbright Expressway

  6. 6

    Keep slight left to continue on I 40 East: Alma, Little Rock

    3167 ft · 49 sec

  7. 7

    Merge slight left

    134.4 mi · 2 hr 14 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward I 430: Texarkana

    2643 ft · 41 sec

  9. 9

    Continue straight

    12.3 mi · 14 min

  10. 10

    Keep slight right to continue on I 30 West: Texarkana

    2.4 mi · 3 min

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward AR 111: Alexander

    1185 ft · 29 sec

  12. 12

    Turn straight onto I-30 Frontage Road

    1279 ft · 26 sec · I-30 Frontage Road

  13. 13

    Turn slight right

    656 ft · 36 sec

  14. 14

    Turn sharp left onto North Alexander Road

    1.1 km · 1 min · North Alexander Road

  15. 15

    Continue on North Walnut Street

    789 ft · 16 sec · North Walnut Street

  16. 16

    Continue on Alexander Road

    685 ft · 14 sec · Alexander Road

  17. 17

    Keep slight left to continue on Alexander Street

    25 m · 2 sec · Alexander Street

  18. 18

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Alexander Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Springdale and Alexander.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
18 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
8.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 40 East
135 mi · 66%
Fulbright Expressway
48.3 mi · 24%
I 430
12.8 mi · 6%
North Thompson Street
3.3 mi · 2%
I 30 West
2.43 mi · 1%
North College Avenue
1.48 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

I 40 East

Merge slight left

134 mi · 02h 15m

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 36m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
07h 14m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+62 mi
143.5 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Lamar
01h 48m from Springdale
Leave By
9:46 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Springdale and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Alexander.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Springdale to Alexander?

The road trip is about 205.5 miles (330.8 km) and usually takes 03h 36m 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?

Lamar is a useful midpoint, sitting about 102.8 miles from Springdale and 102.8 miles from Alexander.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 143.5 miles (231 km), while the road route adds roughly 62 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 9:46 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $27.46 one way or $54.91 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 64.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Springdale and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Alexander.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Springdale and Alexander. Straight-line distance: 143.55 mi (231.02 km).

Springdale

#1 Springdale

The most populous city in Washington County, Arkansas.

Population81,115
Coordinates36.1867400, -94.1288100
Altitude403
CountryUnited States
Alexander

#2 Alexander

City in Arkansas

Population3,340
Coordinates34.6295400, -92.4412700
Altitude109
CountryUnited States
Start: Springdale (-94.12881, 36.18674)
End: Alexander (-92.44127, 34.62954)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 331 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)06h 50m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)05h 08m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)04h 06m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 25m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 56m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 33m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
7.25 gal
27.46 L · about $27.46
Round trip
$54.91
14.5 gal · 54.92 L
Estimated CO2
64.4 kg one way
Round trip: 128.9 kg / 284 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $27.46 $54.91
Mid-grade $4.26 $30.88 $61.76
Premium $4.63 $33.53 $67.06
Diesel $5.42 $39.26 $78.52

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 16, 2026

There is no time difference between Springdale and Alexander. The current time is 08:53:20.

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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.