How far is Springdale, AR from Austin, AR?
The driving distance from Springdale, AR to Austin, AR is about 174.8 miles (281.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 21m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 103.5 miles (166.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 42m 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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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 Austin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springdale and Austin.
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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 left to continue on I 40 East: Alma, Little Rock
3167 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
95 mi · 1 hr 35 min
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Take the exit slight right
1833 ft · 45 sec
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Keep slight left
45 m · 4 sec
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Turn straight onto State Highway 9
25.1 mi · 44 min · State Highway 9
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Turn sharp left onto Austin Road
37 m · 5 sec · Austin Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Austin Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Springdale and Austin.
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 East
Merge slight left
95 mi · 01h 35m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Springdale to Austin?
The road trip is about 174.8 miles (281.3 km) and usually takes 03h 21m 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?
Coal Hill is a useful midpoint, sitting about 87.4 miles from Springdale and 87.4 miles from Austin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 103.5 miles (166.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 71.3 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 10:18 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.37 one way or $46.73 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 54.8 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 near Austin.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Springdale and Austin. Straight-line distance: 103.47 mi (166.52 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 Austin
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 4,504 |
| Coordinates | 35.4420200, -92.5265500 |
| Altitude | 249 |
| Country | United States |
End: Austin (-92.52655, 35.44202)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 281 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 10m |
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 | $23.37 | $46.73 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $26.28 | $52.56 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $28.54 | $57.07 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $33.41 | $66.82 |
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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