How far is Springdale, AR from Melbourne, AR?

The driving distance from Springdale, AR to Melbourne, AR is about 182.8 miles (294.2 km), with a travel time of about 03h 50m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 124.2 miles (199.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 40m 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
182.8 mi
03h 50m
Flight
124.22 mi
199.92 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
124.22 mi
Kilometers
199.92 km
Flight Time
00h 14m

Driving Distance

Road route
182.8 mi
Kilometers
294.19 km
Drive Time
03h 50m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 03h 50m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Melbourne
Thu, Apr 23, 10:26 AM CDT
Return by in Springdale
Thu, Apr 23, 2:16 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Springdale
2026-04-23T06:36
Arrive Melbourne
Thu, Apr 23, 10:26 AM CDT
Route Timing
03h 50m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:50 AM to 11:50 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
9:20 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

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

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
91.3 mi
01h 55m
To Melbourne
91.5 mi
01h 55m

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
79°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 Melbourne.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  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

    32.8 mi · 37 min

  11. 11

    Turn right onto South Main Street

    1.5 mi · 2 min · South Main Street

  12. 12

    Continue on State Highway 9

    19.3 mi · 29 min · State Highway 9

  13. 13

    Continue on Dixon Street

    3.9 mi · 6 min · Dixon Street

  14. 14

    Turn right onto Main Street

    134 m · 11 sec · Main Street

  15. 15

    Turn right onto Locus Street

    30 m · 4 sec · Locus Street

  16. 16

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Locus Street

Car Route Details

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

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
16 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
1
0 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
8.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Main Street
86.1 mi · 47%
East Robinson Avenue
56.3 mi · 31%
State Highway 9
19.3 mi · 11%
Dixon Street
3.91 mi · 2%
East Emma Avenue
1.72 mi · 1%
South Main Street
1.46 mi · 1%
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 50m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
07h 40m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+58.6 mi
124.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Pyatt
01h 55m from Springdale
Leave By
9:20 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

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

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 182.8 miles (294.2 km) and usually takes 03h 50m 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 91.3 miles from Springdale and 91.5 miles from Melbourne.

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

The direct path is about 124.2 miles (199.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 58.6 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 9:20 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.43 one way or $48.85 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 57.3 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 Melbourne.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Springdale and Melbourne. Straight-line distance: 124.22 mi (199.92 km).

Springdale

#1 Springdale

The most populous city in Washington County, Arkansas.

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

#2 Melbourne

City in Arkansas, USA

Population1,871
Coordinates36.0595100, -91.9084800
Altitude186
CountryUnited States
Start: Springdale (-94.12881, 36.18674)
End: Melbourne (-91.90848, 36.05951)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 294 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)06h 05m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)04h 34m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 39m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 02m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 36m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 16m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
6.45 gal
24.42 L · about $24.43
Round trip
$48.85
12.9 gal · 48.84 L
Estimated CO2
57.3 kg one way
Round trip: 114.6 kg / 253 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $24.43 $48.85
Mid-grade $4.26 $27.47 $54.94
Premium $4.63 $29.83 $59.66
Diesel $5.42 $34.93 $69.85

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 Melbourne. The current time is 06:36:05.

Distance to Other Cities

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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.