How far is Springdale, AR from Dierks, AR?

The driving distance from Springdale, AR to Dierks, AR is about 204.7 miles (329.5 km), with a travel time of about 04h 09m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 143 miles (230.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 19m 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
204.72 mi
04h 09m
Flight
142.99 mi
230.12 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
142.99 mi
Kilometers
230.12 km
Flight Time
00h 17m

Driving Distance

Road route
204.72 mi
Kilometers
329.46 km
Drive Time
04h 09m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 09m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Dierks
Thu, Apr 16, 12:41 PM CDT
Return by in Springdale
Thu, Apr 16, 4:51 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Springdale
2026-04-16T08:31
Arrive Dierks
Thu, Apr 16, 12:41 PM CDT
Route Timing
04h 09m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
10:10 AM to 12:10 PM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
8:40 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
Waldron
AR

City in Arkansas, USA

From Springdale
102.4 mi
02h 04m
To Dierks
102.3 mi
02h 04m

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
81°F
Thursday

Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  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 right to continue on I 40 West: Van Buren, Fort Smith

    1596 ft · 25 sec

  7. 7

    Merge slight left

    4.3 mi · 4 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward I 540 South, US 71 South: Fort Smith

    12.3 mi · 14 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward US 71 South: Texarkana

    1749 ft · 45 sec

  10. 10

    Turn left

    101.7 mi · 2 hr 2 min

  11. 11

    Turn left onto Baker Springs Road

    28.9 mi · 43 min · Baker Springs Road

  12. 12

    At the end of the road, turn right

    3.2 mi · 5 min

  13. 13

    Turn left onto East 3rd Street

    31 m · 5 sec · East 3rd Street

  14. 14

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · East 3rd Street

Car Route Details

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

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
14 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
6.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Fulbright Expressway
48.3 mi · 24%
Baker Springs Road
28.9 mi · 14%
I 540 South
12.3 mi · 6%
I 40 West
4.58 mi · 2%
North Thompson Street
3.3 mi · 2%
North College Avenue
1.48 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Longest stretch

Turn left

102 mi · 02h 02m

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
04h 09m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
08h 20m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+61.7 mi
143 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Waldron
02h 04m from Springdale
Leave By
8:40 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Springdale and Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Dierks.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 204.7 miles (329.5 km) and usually takes 04h 09m 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 102.4 miles from Springdale and 102.3 miles from Dierks.

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

The direct path is about 143 miles (230.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 61.7 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 8:40 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $27.38 one way or $54.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 64.3 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 then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Dierks.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Springdale and Dierks. Straight-line distance: 142.99 mi (230.12 km).

Springdale

#1 Springdale

The most populous city in Washington County, Arkansas.

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

#2 Dierks

City in Arkansas, USA

Population1,076
Coordinates34.1192800, -94.0165800
Altitude135
CountryUnited States
Start: Springdale (-94.12881, 36.18674)
End: Dierks (-94.01658, 34.11928)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 329 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)06h 49m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)05h 07m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)04h 05m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 24m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 55m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 33m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
7.23 gal
27.35 L · about $27.38
Round trip
$54.76
14.46 gal · 54.7 L
Estimated CO2
64.3 kg one way
Round trip: 128.5 kg / 283 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $27.38 $54.76
Mid-grade $4.26 $30.79 $61.59
Premium $4.63 $33.44 $66.88
Diesel $5.42 $39.15 $78.30

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 Dierks. The current time is 08:31:43.

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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.