How far is Springdale, AR from Flippin, AR?

The driving distance from Springdale, AR to Flippin, AR is about 107.7 miles (173.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 17m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 85.6 miles (137.8 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 34m 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
107.71 mi
02h 17m
Flight
85.6 mi
137.76 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
85.6 mi
Kilometers
137.76 km
Flight Time
00h 10m

Driving Distance

Road route
107.71 mi
Kilometers
173.34 km
Drive Time
02h 17m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 17m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Flippin
Thu, Apr 23, 3:02 AM CDT
Return by in Springdale
Thu, Apr 23, 5:19 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Springdale
2026-04-23T00:45
Arrive Flippin
Thu, Apr 23, 3:02 AM CDT
Route Timing
02h 17m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:17 AM to 12:17 PM CDT

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

Leave by
1:56 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
Alpena
AR

Town in Arkansas, USA

From Springdale
53.8 mi
01h 08m
To Flippin
53.9 mi
01h 08m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
76°F
Thursday

Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
15 to 20 mph S
Destination
80°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 15 mph S

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  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

    12.4 mi · 20 min

  8. 8

    Continue straight

    27.9 mi · 32 min

  9. 9

    Turn left

    1.4 mi · 3 min

  10. 10

    Turn right onto East Main Street

    1122 ft · 28 sec · East Main Street

  11. 11

    Turn left onto North 3rd Street

    135 m · 26 sec · North 3rd Street

  12. 12

    Turn left onto Girard Street

    10 m · 1 sec · Girard Street

  13. 13

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Girard Street

Car Route Details

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

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
13 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
12.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
East Robinson Avenue
56.3 mi · 52%
Main Street
34 mi · 32%
East Emma Avenue
1.72 mi · 2%
Butterfield Coach Road
1.33 mi · 1%
East Main Street
0.21 mi
North Commercial Street
0.12 mi
Longest Stretch

East Robinson Avenue

Turn left onto East Robinson Avenue

56.3 mi · 01h 06m

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
02h 17m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 34m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+22.1 mi
85.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Alpena
01h 08m from Springdale
Leave By
1:56 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Springdale and Mostly Sunny near Flippin.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 107.7 miles (173.3 km) and usually takes 02h 17m 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?

Alpena is a useful midpoint, sitting about 53.8 miles from Springdale and 53.9 miles from Flippin.

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

The direct path is about 85.6 miles (137.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.1 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:56 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.39 one way or $28.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33.8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Springdale and Mostly Sunny near Flippin.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Springdale and Flippin. Straight-line distance: 85.6 mi (137.76 km).

Springdale

#1 Springdale

The most populous city in Washington County, Arkansas.

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

#2 Flippin

City in Arkansas, USA

Population1,316
Coordinates36.2789600, -92.5971100
Altitude198
CountryUnited States
Start: Springdale (-94.12881, 36.18674)
End: Flippin (-92.59711, 36.27896)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 173 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 35m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 41m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 09m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 47m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 32m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 20m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.8 gal
14.39 L · about $14.39
Round trip
$28.78
7.6 gal · 28.78 L
Estimated CO2
33.8 kg one way
Round trip: 67.5 kg / 149 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $14.39 $28.78
Mid-grade $4.26 $16.18 $32.37
Premium $4.63 $17.58 $35.15
Diesel $5.42 $20.58 $41.15

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 Flippin. The current time is 00:45:02.

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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.