How far is Springdale, AR from Ashdown, AR?
The driving distance from Springdale, AR to Ashdown, AR is about 226.7 miles (364.8 km), with a travel time of about 04h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 173.6 miles (279.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 04m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 32m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Arkansas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Springdale and Ashdown.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springdale and Ashdown.
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Start on North Commercial Street
36 m · 7 sec · North Commercial Street
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Turn right onto East Johnson Avenue
2927 ft · 2 min · East Johnson Avenue
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Turn left onto North Thompson Street
3.3 mi · 6 min · North Thompson Street
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Continue on North College Avenue
1.5 mi · 3 min · North College Avenue
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Keep slight right to continue on Fulbright Expressway
48.3 mi · 50 min · Fulbright Expressway
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Keep slight right to continue on I 40 West: Van Buren, Fort Smith
1596 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left
4.3 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 540 South, US 71 South: Fort Smith
12.3 mi · 14 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 71 South: Texarkana
1749 ft · 45 sec
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Turn left
121.2 mi · 2 hr 24 min
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Turn left onto East Collin Raye Drive
8 mi · 11 min · East Collin Raye Drive
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Continue straight
26.6 mi · 37 min
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Turn left onto East Main Street
25 m · 2 sec · East Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
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.
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Springdale and Mostly Sunny near Ashdown.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Springdale to Ashdown?
The road trip is about 226.7 miles (364.8 km) and usually takes 04h 32m 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?
Waldron is a useful midpoint, sitting about 113.5 miles from Springdale and 113.3 miles from Ashdown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 173.6 miles (279.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 53.1 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 7:56 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $30.30 one way or $60.59 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 71.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Springdale and Mostly Sunny near Ashdown.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Springdale and Ashdown. Straight-line distance: 173.59 mi (279.37 km).
#1 Springdale
The most populous city in Washington County, Arkansas.
| Population | 81,115 |
| Coordinates | 36.1867400, -94.1288100 |
| Altitude | 403 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ashdown
City in Arkansas
| Population | 4,359 |
| Coordinates | 33.6742900, -94.1313100 |
| Altitude | 98 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ashdown (-94.13131, 33.67429)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 365 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 49m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $30.30 | $60.59 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $34.07 | $68.14 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $37.00 | $74.00 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $43.32 | $86.64 |
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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