How far is Springdale, AR from Pocahontas, AR?

The driving distance from Springdale, AR to Pocahontas, AR is about 220.2 miles (354.4 km), with a travel time of about 04h 31m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 176.1 miles (283.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 03m 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
220.2 mi
04h 31m
Flight
176.07 mi
283.35 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
176.07 mi
Kilometers
283.35 km
Flight Time
00h 21m

Driving Distance

Road route
220.2 mi
Kilometers
354.37 km
Drive Time
04h 31m

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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 04h 31m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Pocahontas
Thu, Apr 23, 9:08 AM CDT
Return by in Springdale
Thu, Apr 23, 1:39 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Springdale
2026-04-23T04:36
Arrive Pocahontas
Thu, Apr 23, 9:08 AM CDT
Route Timing
04h 31m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
10:32 AM to 12:32 PM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
7:56 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
Cotter
AR

City in Arkansas, USA

From Springdale
110 mi
02h 15m
To Pocahontas
110.2 mi
02h 15m

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
81°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 20 mph S

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  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

    10.1 mi · 12 min · T & C Boulevard

  12. 12

    Turn right

    3 mi · 5 min

  13. 13

    Continue straight

    18.6 mi · 27 min

  14. 14

    Turn left

    12.9 mi · 15 min

  15. 15

    Continue on South Bettis Street

    2079 ft · 32 sec · South Bettis Street

  16. 16

    Turn left onto East Broadway Street

    655 ft · 11 sec · East Broadway Street

  17. 17

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · West Broadway Street

Car Route Details

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

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
17 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
1
0 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
7.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Main Street
103 mi · 47%
East Robinson Avenue
56.3 mi · 26%
T & C Boulevard
28.7 mi · 13%
East Emma Avenue
1.72 mi · 1%
Butterfield Coach Road
1.33 mi · 1%
South Bettis Street
0.39 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
04h 31m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
09h 04m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+44.1 mi
176.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Cotter
02h 15m from Springdale
Leave By
7:56 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

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

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 220.2 miles (354.4 km) and usually takes 04h 31m 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?

Cotter is a useful midpoint, sitting about 110 miles from Springdale and 110.2 miles from Pocahontas.

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

The direct path is about 176.1 miles (283.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 44.1 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:56 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.42 one way or $58.85 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 69.1 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 Pocahontas.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Springdale and Pocahontas. Straight-line distance: 176.07 mi (283.35 km).

Springdale

#1 Springdale

The most populous city in Washington County, Arkansas.

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

#2 Pocahontas

City in Arkansas

Population6,767
Coordinates36.2614600, -90.9712300
Altitude92
CountryUnited States
Start: Springdale (-94.12881, 36.18674)
End: Pocahontas (-90.97123, 36.26146)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 354 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)07h 20m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)05h 30m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)04h 24m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 40m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)03h 08m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 44m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
7.77 gal
29.41 L · about $29.42
Round trip
$58.85
15.54 gal · 58.82 L
Estimated CO2
69.1 kg one way
Round trip: 138.1 kg / 304 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $29.42 $58.85
Mid-grade $4.26 $33.09 $66.18
Premium $4.63 $35.94 $71.87
Diesel $5.42 $42.07 $84.15

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 Pocahontas. The current time is 04:36:47.

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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.