How far is Springdale, AR from Clinton, AR?

The driving distance from Springdale, AR to Clinton, AR is about 141.1 miles (227.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 10m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 102 miles (164.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 21m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
Trip Tools

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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
141.13 mi
03h 10m
Flight
102.04 mi
164.22 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
102.04 mi
Kilometers
164.22 km
Flight Time
00h 12m

Driving Distance

Road route
141.13 mi
Kilometers
227.12 km
Drive Time
03h 10m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 03h 10m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Clinton
Thu, Apr 23, 2:25 AM CDT
Return by in Springdale
Thu, Apr 23, 5:36 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Springdale
2026-04-22T23:14
Arrive Clinton
Thu, Apr 23, 2:25 AM CDT
Route Timing
03h 10m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:11 AM to 11:11 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
10:38 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
Harrison
AR

City in Arkansas, USA

From Springdale
70.5 mi
01h 35m
To Clinton
70.6 mi
01h 35m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
74°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 15 mph S
Destination
79°F
Wednesday

Partly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph SSW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on North Commercial Street

    636 ft · 35 sec · North Commercial Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto East Emma Avenue

    1.7 mi · 4 min · East Emma Avenue

  3. 3

    Turn right onto Butterfield Coach Road

    1.3 mi · 3 min · Butterfield Coach Road

  4. 4

    Turn left onto East Robinson Avenue

    56.3 mi · 1 hr 6 min · East Robinson Avenue

  5. 5

    Continue on Main Street

    5.9 mi · 8 min · Main Street

  6. 6

    Keep slight left

    774 ft · 23 sec

  7. 7

    Turn right

    74.8 mi · 1 hr 48 min

  8. 8

    Turn right

    3077 ft · 1 min

  9. 9

    Turn right onto Main Street

    39 m · 4 sec · Main Street

  10. 10

    Keep slight left to continue on Yellowjacket Lane

    586 ft · 16 sec · Yellowjacket Lane

  11. 11

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Yellowjacket Lane

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
11 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
7.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
East Robinson Avenue
56.3 mi · 40%
Main Street
6.12 mi · 4%
East Emma Avenue
1.72 mi · 1%
Butterfield Coach Road
1.33 mi · 1%
North Commercial Street
0.12 mi
Yellowjacket Lane
0.11 mi
Longest Stretch

Longest stretch

Turn right

74.8 mi · 01h 48m

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 10m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
06h 22m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+39.1 mi
102 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Harrison
01h 35m from Springdale
Leave By
10:38 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Springdale and Partly Sunny near Clinton.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 141.1 miles (227.1 km) and usually takes 03h 10m 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?

Harrison is a useful midpoint, sitting about 70.5 miles from Springdale and 70.6 miles from Clinton.

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

The direct path is about 102 miles (164.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 39.1 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 10:38 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.86 one way or $37.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 44.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Springdale and Partly Sunny near Clinton.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Springdale and Clinton. Straight-line distance: 102.04 mi (164.22 km).

Springdale

#1 Springdale

The most populous city in Washington County, Arkansas.

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

#2 Clinton

City in Arkansas, United States

Population2,506
Coordinates35.5914700, -92.4604400
Altitude172
CountryUnited States
Start: Springdale (-94.12881, 36.18674)
End: Clinton (-92.46044, 35.59147)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 227 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 42m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 31m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 49m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 21m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 00m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 45m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.98 gal
18.85 L · about $18.86
Round trip
$37.72
9.96 gal · 37.7 L
Estimated CO2
44.3 kg one way
Round trip: 88.5 kg / 195 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $18.86 $37.72
Mid-grade $4.26 $21.21 $42.42
Premium $4.63 $23.03 $46.07
Diesel $5.42 $26.97 $53.93

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 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Springdale and Clinton. The current time is 23:14:56.

Distance to Other Cities

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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.