How far is Springdale, AR from Highland, AR?

The driving distance from Springdale, AR to Highland, AR is about 180.9 miles (291.2 km), with a travel time of about 03h 42m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 145.3 miles (233.8 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 25m 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
180.92 mi
03h 42m
Flight
145.3 mi
233.84 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
145.3 mi
Kilometers
233.84 km
Flight Time
00h 17m

Driving Distance

Road route
180.92 mi
Kilometers
291.17 km
Drive Time
03h 42m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 42m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Highland
Thu, Apr 23, 7:49 AM CDT
Return by in Springdale
Thu, Apr 23, 11:32 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Springdale
2026-04-23T04:07
Arrive Highland
Thu, Apr 23, 7:49 AM CDT
Route Timing
03h 42m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:43 AM to 11:43 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
9:34 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
Pyatt
AR

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

From Springdale
90.3 mi
01h 51m
To Highland
90.5 mi
01h 51m

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
78°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 Highland.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  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

    31.1 mi · 35 min

  9. 9

    Continue straight

    16.1 mi · 19 min

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right

    49.9 mi · 57 min

  11. 11

    At the end of the road, turn left onto T & C Boulevard

    4.6 mi · 5 min · T & C Boulevard

  12. 12

    Turn left onto Rebel Drive

    702 ft · 31 sec · Rebel Drive

  13. 13

    Keep slight left to continue on Rebel Drive

    75 m · 12 sec · Rebel Drive

  14. 14

    Turn right onto Ridgecrest Drive

    2839 ft · 2 min · Ridgecrest Drive

  15. 15

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Ridgecrest Drive

    1730 ft · 1 min · Ridgecrest Drive

  16. 16

    Turn right onto Timberlane Drive

    127 m · 19 sec · Timberlane Drive

  17. 17

    Turn left onto West Lakeshore Drive

    126 m · 18 sec · West Lakeshore Drive

  18. 18

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · West Lakeshore Drive

Car Route Details

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

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
18 steps
10 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
1
0 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
10 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Main Street
103 mi · 57%
East Robinson Avenue
56.3 mi · 31%
T & C Boulevard
4.6 mi · 3%
East Emma Avenue
1.72 mi · 1%
Butterfield Coach Road
1.33 mi · 1%
Ridgecrest Drive
0.86 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 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 42m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
07h 26m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+35.6 mi
145.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Pyatt
01h 51m from Springdale
Leave By
9:34 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

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

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 180.9 miles (291.2 km) and usually takes 03h 42m 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?

Pyatt is a useful midpoint, sitting about 90.3 miles from Springdale and 90.5 miles from Highland.

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

The direct path is about 145.3 miles (233.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 35.6 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 9:34 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.20 one way or $48.40 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 56.8 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 Highland.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Springdale and Highland. Straight-line distance: 145.3 mi (233.84 km).

Springdale

#1 Springdale

The most populous city in Washington County, Arkansas.

Population81,115
Coordinates36.1867400, -94.1288100
Altitude403
CountryUnited States
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#2 Highland

City in Sharp County, Arkansas, United States

Population1,054
Coordinates36.2759000, -91.5240300
Altitude186
CountryUnited States
Start: Springdale (-94.12881, 36.18674)
End: Highland (-91.52403, 36.2759)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 291 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)06h 01m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)04h 31m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 37m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 00m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 35m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 15m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
6.39 gal
24.17 L · about $24.20
Round trip
$48.40
12.78 gal · 48.34 L
Estimated CO2
56.8 kg one way
Round trip: 113.6 kg / 250 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $24.20 $48.40
Mid-grade $4.26 $27.22 $54.43
Premium $4.63 $29.55 $59.11
Diesel $5.42 $34.60 $69.20

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 Highland. The current time is 04:07:12.

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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.