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

The driving distance from Springdale, AR to Heber Springs, AR is about 208.2 miles (335.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 56m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 126.9 miles (204.3 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 52m 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
208.22 mi
03h 56m
Flight
126.93 mi
204.27 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
126.93 mi
Kilometers
204.27 km
Flight Time
00h 15m

Driving Distance

Road route
208.22 mi
Kilometers
335.1 km
Drive Time
03h 56m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 56m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Heber Springs
Sat, May 30, 2:05 PM CDT
Return by in Springdale
Sat, May 30, 6:02 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Springdale
2026-05-30T10:09
Arrive Heber Springs
Sat, May 30, 2:05 PM CDT
Route Timing
03h 56m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:56 AM to 11:56 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
9:08 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
Lamar
AR

City in Arkansas, USA

From Springdale
104.1 mi
01h 58m
To Heber Springs
104.1 mi
01h 58m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
81°F
Saturday

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Starts
Sat, May 30 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph S
Destination
85°F
Saturday

Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Sat, May 30 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 mph

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  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 left to continue on I 40 East: Alma, Little Rock

    3167 ft · 49 sec

  7. 7

    Merge slight left

    112.1 mi · 1 hr 52 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward US 65 North, US 65B South

    865 ft · 21 sec

  9. 9

    Keep slight left

    782 ft · 19 sec

  10. 10

    Turn left onto Skyline Drive

    1.5 mi · 2 min · Skyline Drive

  11. 11

    Continue on US Highway 65

    3.2 mi · 4 min · US Highway 65

  12. 12

    Continue on South Broadview Street

    7.3 mi · 11 min · South Broadview Street

  13. 13

    Continue straight

    26.5 mi · 39 min

  14. 14

    Keep slight left to continue on Heber Spring Road

    1.2 mi · 2 min · Heber Spring Road

  15. 15

    Continue on Heber Spring Road

    1.2 km · 1 min · Heber Spring Road

  16. 16

    Continue on South 7th Street

    1.4 km · 2 min · South 7th Street

  17. 17

    At the end of the road, turn right onto West Main Street

    1499 ft · 30 sec · West Main Street

  18. 18

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · West Main Street

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
18 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
1 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
8.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 40 East
113 mi · 54%
Fulbright Expressway
48.3 mi · 23%
South Broadview Street
33.8 mi · 16%
North Thompson Street
3.3 mi · 2%
US Highway 65
3.17 mi · 2%
Heber Spring Road
1.95 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

I 40 East

Merge slight left

112 mi · 01h 52m

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 56m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
07h 52m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+81.3 mi
126.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Lamar
01h 58m from Springdale
Leave By
9:08 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Springdale and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Heber Springs.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 208.2 miles (335.1 km) and usually takes 03h 56m 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?

Lamar is a useful midpoint, sitting about 104.1 miles from Springdale and 104.1 miles from Heber Springs.

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

The direct path is about 126.9 miles (204.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 81.3 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 9:08 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $27.83 one way or $55.67 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 65.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Springdale and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Heber Springs.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Springdale and Heber Springs. Straight-line distance: 126.93 mi (204.27 km).

Springdale

#1 Springdale

The most populous city in Washington County, Arkansas.

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

#2 Heber Springs

City in Arkansas

Population6,906
Coordinates35.4914700, -92.0312600
Altitude104
CountryUnited States
Start: Springdale (-94.12881, 36.18674)
End: Heber Springs (-92.03126, 35.49147)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 335 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)06h 56m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)05h 12m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)04h 09m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 28m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 58m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 35m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
7.35 gal
27.81 L · about $27.83
Round trip
$55.67
14.7 gal · 55.62 L
Estimated CO2
65.3 kg one way
Round trip: 130.6 kg / 288 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $27.83 $55.67
Mid-grade $4.26 $31.30 $62.61
Premium $4.63 $33.99 $67.99
Diesel $5.42 $39.80 $79.60

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 30, 2026

There is no time difference between Springdale and Heber Springs. The current time is 10:09:10.

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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.