How far is Springdale, AR from Ola, AR?
The driving distance from Springdale, AR to Ola, AR is about 143.7 miles (231.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 94.6 miles (152.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 14m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 37m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Crawford County, Kansasa.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Springdale and Ola.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springdale and Ola.
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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
64.9 mi · 1 hr 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 64
1557 ft · 43 sec
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Turn left
1.6 mi · 3 min
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Continue on West Main Street
3.1 mi · 5 min · West Main Street
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Turn right onto South Arkansas Avenue
4.9 mi · 6 min · South Arkansas Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North State Highway 7
1313 ft · 30 sec · North State Highway 7
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Continue on AR 7 South
14.4 mi · 17 min · AR 7 South
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Turn left onto East Pennington Street
21 m · 2 sec · East Pennington Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Pennington Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Springdale and Ola.
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
64.9 mi · 01h 05m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Springdale and Partly Sunny near Ola.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Springdale to Ola?
The road trip is about 143.7 miles (231.3 km) and usually takes 02h 37m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Mulberry is a useful midpoint, sitting about 71.8 miles from Springdale and 71.8 miles from Ola.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 94.6 miles (152.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 49.1 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:16 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.20 one way or $38.40 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Springdale and Partly Sunny near Ola.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Springdale and Ola. Straight-line distance: 94.6 mi (152.25 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 Ola
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 1,196 |
| Coordinates | 35.0323100, -93.2232300 |
| Altitude | 110 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ola (-93.22323, 35.03231)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 231 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 47m |
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 | $19.20 | $38.40 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $21.59 | $43.19 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $23.45 | $46.90 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $27.45 | $54.91 |
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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