How far is Springdale, AR from Gravel Ridge, AR?
The driving distance from Springdale, AR to Gravel Ridge, AR is about 203.4 miles (327.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 142 miles (228.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 17m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Springdale and Gravel Ridge.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springdale and Gravel Ridge.
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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
2927 ft · 2 min · East Johnson Avenue
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Turn left onto North Thompson Street
3.3 mi · 6 min · North Thompson Street
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Continue on North College Avenue
1.5 mi · 3 min · North College Avenue
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Keep slight right to continue on Fulbright Expressway
48.3 mi · 50 min · Fulbright Expressway
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Keep slight left to continue on I 40 East: Alma, Little Rock
3167 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
140 mi · 2 hr 21 min
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Take the exit slight right
683 ft · 17 sec
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Continue on I- 40 Access Road
112 m · 7 sec · I- 40 Access Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto John F Kennedy Boulevard
2254 ft · 49 sec · John F Kennedy Boulevard
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Continue on John F Kennedy Boulevard
8 mi · 14 min · John F Kennedy Boulevard
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Turn right onto Jacksonville Cutoff Road
2042 ft · 56 sec · Jacksonville Cutoff Road
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Turn left onto Cordelia Drive
11 m · 2 sec · Cordelia Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Cordelia Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Springdale and Gravel Ridge.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 40 East
Merge slight left
140 mi · 02h 21m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny leaving Springdale and Mostly Sunny near Gravel Ridge.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Springdale to Gravel Ridge?
The road trip is about 203.4 miles (327.3 km) and usually takes 03h 38m 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?
Clarksville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 101.7 miles from Springdale and 101.7 miles from Gravel Ridge.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 142 miles (228.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 61.4 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:42 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $27.15 one way or $54.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 63.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny around Springdale and Mostly Sunny near Gravel Ridge.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Springdale and Gravel Ridge. Straight-line distance: 142.03 mi (228.57 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 Gravel Ridge
City in Pulaski County, Arkansas, United States of America
| Population | 2,902 |
| Coordinates | 34.8684200, -92.1907000 |
| Altitude | 77 |
| Country | United States |
End: Gravel Ridge (-92.1907, 34.86842)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 327 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 32m |
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 | $27.15 | $54.31 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $30.54 | $61.07 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $33.16 | $66.32 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $38.83 | $77.65 |
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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