How far is Springdale, AR from Decatur, AR?
The driving distance from Springdale, AR to Decatur, AR is about 30.6 miles (49.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 21.2 miles (34.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 32m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 46m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Springdale and Decatur.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springdale and Decatur.
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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
118 m · 15 sec · East Johnson Avenue
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Turn right onto Spring Street
706 ft · 37 sec · Spring Street
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Turn left onto East Huntsville Avenue
2539 ft · 1 min · East Huntsville Avenue
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Turn right onto North Thompson Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · North Thompson Street
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Continue on North Thompson Road
2 mi · 3 min · North Thompson Road
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Continue on South Bloomington Street
1 mi · 2 min · South Bloomington Street
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Turn left onto West Monroe Avenue
3124 ft · 55 sec · West Monroe Avenue
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Take the ramp slight right
1849 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
5.8 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Bentonville, Rogers
821 ft · 18 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Bentonville
747 ft · 18 sec
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Turn straight onto Southeast Walton Boulevard
1.5 mi · 3 min · Southeast Walton Boulevard
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Continue on South Walton Boulevard
1.5 mi · 3 min · South Walton Boulevard
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Turn left onto Southwest 14th Street
2.1 mi · 3 min · Southwest 14th Street
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Continue on East Centerton Boulevard
4.2 mi · 7 min · East Centerton Boulevard
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Turn straight onto State Highway 102
8 mi · 11 min · State Highway 102
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Continue on East Roller Avenue
1.1 mi · 2 min · East Roller Avenue
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Turn right onto North Main Street
15 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Springdale and Decatur.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
State Highway 102
Turn straight onto State Highway 102
8.03 mi · 00h 11m
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.
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Springdale and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Decatur.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Springdale to Decatur?
The road trip is about 30.6 miles (49.3 km) and usually takes 00h 46m 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?
Bentonville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.3 miles from Springdale and 15.3 miles from Decatur.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 21.2 miles (34.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.4 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 4:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.09 one way or $8.18 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Springdale and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Decatur.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Springdale and Decatur. Straight-line distance: 21.17 mi (34.07 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 Decatur
City in Benton County, Arkansas, United States
| Population | 1,790 |
| Coordinates | 36.3359100, -94.4607700 |
| Altitude | 377 |
| Country | United States |
End: Decatur (-94.46077, 36.33591)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 49 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 22m |
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 | $4.09 | $8.18 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $4.60 | $9.20 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $5.00 | $9.99 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $5.85 | $11.70 |
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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