How far is Springdale, AR from Eureka Springs, AR?

The driving distance from Springdale, AR to Eureka Springs, AR is about 41 miles (66 km), with a travel time of about 01h 03m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 26.3 miles (42.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 07m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
41.03 mi
01h 03m
Flight
26.33 mi
42.37 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
26.33 mi
Kilometers
42.37 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
41.03 mi
Kilometers
66.03 km
Drive Time
01h 03m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 03m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Eureka Springs
Sun, May 31, 12:09 AM CDT
Return by in Springdale
Sun, May 31, 1:13 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Springdale
2026-05-30T23:05
Arrive Eureka Springs
Sun, May 31, 12:09 AM CDT
Route Timing
01h 03m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:04 AM to 11:04 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:22 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Springdale
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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
Hindsville
AR

Human settlement in Madison County, Arkansas, United States of America

From Springdale
20.5 mi
00h 31m
To Eureka Springs
20.5 mi
00h 31m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
86°F
This Afternoon

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Sat, May 30 12:00 PM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph S
Destination
84°F
This Afternoon

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Sat, May 30 1:00 PM CDT
Wind
5 mph S

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Springdale and Eureka Springs.

  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

    14.1 mi · 17 min · East Robinson Avenue

  5. 5

    Turn left

    6.1 mi · 11 min

  6. 6

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Clifty Highway

    6.2 mi · 11 min · Clifty Highway

  7. 7

    At the end of the road, turn left

    10.1 mi · 15 min

  8. 8

    At the end of the road, turn left onto East Van Buren Street

    1.1 km · 1 min · East Van Buren Street

  9. 9

    Turn right onto South Main Street

    1 km · 1 min · South Main Street

  10. 10

    Turn right

    36 m · 11 sec

  11. 11

    Turn right onto 1st Street

    32 m · 7 sec · 1st Street

  12. 12

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · 1st Street

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

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.

Directions
12 steps
10 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
29.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
East Robinson Avenue
14.1 mi · 34%
Clifty Highway
6.16 mi · 15%
East Emma Avenue
1.72 mi · 4%
Butterfield Coach Road
1.33 mi · 3%
East Van Buren Street
0.68 mi · 2%
South Main Street
0.65 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

East Robinson Avenue

Turn left onto East Robinson Avenue

14.1 mi · 00h 17m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 03m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 08m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+14.7 mi
26.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Hindsville
00h 31m from Springdale
Leave By
4:22 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Springdale and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Eureka Springs.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Springdale to Eureka Springs?

The road trip is about 41 miles (66 km) and usually takes 01h 03m 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?

Hindsville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.5 miles from Springdale and 20.5 miles from Eureka Springs.

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

The direct path is about 26.3 miles (42.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.7 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:22 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.49 one way or $10.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.9 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Springdale and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Eureka Springs.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Springdale and Eureka Springs. Straight-line distance: 26.33 mi (42.37 km).

Springdale

#1 Springdale

The most populous city in Washington County, Arkansas.

Population81,115
Coordinates36.1867400, -94.1288100
Altitude403
CountryUnited States
Eureka Springs

#2 Eureka Springs

City in Arkansas, USA

Population2,084
Coordinates36.4011800, -93.7379700
Altitude384
CountryUnited States
Start: Springdale (-94.12881, 36.18674)
End: Eureka Springs (-93.73797, 36.40118)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 66 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 22m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 01m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 49m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 41m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 35m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 30m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.45 gal
5.48 L · about $5.49
Round trip
$10.98
2.9 gal · 10.96 L
Estimated CO2
12.9 kg one way
Round trip: 25.8 kg / 57 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $5.49 $10.98
Mid-grade $4.26 $6.18 $12.35
Premium $4.63 $6.71 $13.41
Diesel $5.42 $7.85 $15.70

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 · May 31, 2026

There is no time difference between Springdale and Eureka Springs. The current time is 23:05:55.

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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.