How far is Springdale, AR from Glenwood, AR?

The driving distance from Springdale, AR to Glenwood, AR is about 179.1 miles (288.2 km), with a travel time of about 03h 44m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 132.6 miles (213.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 29m 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
179.05 mi
03h 44m
Flight
132.58 mi
213.37 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
132.58 mi
Kilometers
213.37 km
Flight Time
00h 16m

Driving Distance

Road route
179.05 mi
Kilometers
288.16 km
Drive Time
03h 44m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 44m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Glenwood
Sat, Apr 18, 7:21 AM CDT
Return by in Springdale
Sat, Apr 18, 11:06 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Springdale
2026-04-18T03:37
Arrive Glenwood
Sat, Apr 18, 7:21 AM CDT
Route Timing
03h 44m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:45 AM to 11:45 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
9:30 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
Huntington
AR

City in Sebastian County, Arkansas, United States

From Springdale
89.6 mi
01h 52m
To Glenwood
89.5 mi
01h 52m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
63°F
Saturday

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
15 mph NW
Destination
69°F
Saturday

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 mph W

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  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

    54.6 mi · 1 hr 6 min

  11. 11

    Turn left

    32 mi · 40 min

  12. 12

    Turn right onto Bridge Street

    8.2 mi · 14 min · Bridge Street

  13. 13

    Continue on North Main Street

    1509 ft · 35 sec · North Main Street

  14. 14

    Turn left onto East Main Street

    13 mi · 23 min · East Main Street

  15. 15

    Turn left onto Broadway Street

    95 m · 11 sec · Broadway Street

  16. 16

    Turn left onto North 2nd Street

    28 m · 4 sec · North 2nd Street

  17. 17

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · North 2nd Street

Car Route Details

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

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
17 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
9.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Fulbright Expressway
48.3 mi · 27%
East Main Street
13 mi · 7%
I 540 South
12.3 mi · 7%
Bridge Street
8.17 mi · 5%
I 40 West
4.58 mi · 3%
North Thompson Street
3.3 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

Longest stretch

Turn left

54.6 mi · 01h 06m

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 44m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
07h 30m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+46.5 mi
132.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Huntington
01h 52m from Springdale
Leave By
9:30 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Springdale and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Glenwood.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 179.1 miles (288.2 km) and usually takes 03h 44m 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?

Huntington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 89.6 miles from Springdale and 89.5 miles from Glenwood.

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

The direct path is about 132.6 miles (213.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 46.5 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 9:30 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.93 one way or $47.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 56.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Springdale and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Glenwood.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Springdale and Glenwood. Straight-line distance: 132.58 mi (213.37 km).

Springdale

#1 Springdale

The most populous city in Washington County, Arkansas.

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

#2 Glenwood

City in Montgomery and Pike counties in Arkansas, United States

Population2,057
Coordinates34.3267700, -93.5507400
Altitude171
CountryUnited States
Start: Springdale (-94.12881, 36.18674)
End: Glenwood (-93.55074, 34.32677)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 288 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)05h 57m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)04h 28m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 34m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 59m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 33m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 14m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
6.32 gal
23.92 L · about $23.93
Round trip
$47.87
12.64 gal · 47.84 L
Estimated CO2
56.2 kg one way
Round trip: 112.3 kg / 248 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $23.93 $47.87
Mid-grade $4.26 $26.92 $53.83
Premium $4.63 $29.23 $58.46
Diesel $5.42 $34.22 $68.45

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 18, 2026

There is no time difference between Springdale and Glenwood. The current time is 03:37:07.

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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.