How far is Springdale, AR from Prairie Grove, AR?
The driving distance from Springdale, AR to Prairie Grove, AR is about 21.1 miles (34 km), with a travel time of about 00h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 18 miles (28.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 08m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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The most populous city in Washington County, Arkansas.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Springdale and Prairie Grove.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springdale and Prairie Grove.
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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
5.6 mi · 7 min · Fulbright Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 62 West, AR 180, AR 16 East: Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
2941 ft · 1 min
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Turn right
45 m · 5 sec
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Turn right onto West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
1.6 mi · 2 min · West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
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Continue on East Main Street
6.4 mi · 10 min · East Main Street
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Turn right onto East Douglas Street
1.5 km · 2 min · East Douglas Street
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Continue on North Pittman Street
1567 ft · 40 sec · North Pittman Street
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Turn right onto East Parks Street
1118 ft · 36 sec · East Parks Street
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Turn left onto North Mock Street
589 ft · 18 sec · North Mock Street
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Turn right onto West Mock Drive
36 m · 5 sec · West Mock Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Mock Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Springdale and Prairie Grove.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
East Main Street
Continue on East Main Street
6.37 mi · 00h 10m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Springdale and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Prairie Grove.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Springdale to Prairie Grove?
The road trip is about 21.1 miles (34 km) and usually takes 00h 34m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Fayetteville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 10.6 miles from Springdale and 10.6 miles from Prairie Grove.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 18 miles (28.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.1 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:22 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.80 one way or $5.60 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Springdale and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Prairie Grove.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Springdale and Prairie Grove. Straight-line distance: 17.98 mi (28.94 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 Prairie Grove
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 7,049 |
| Coordinates | 35.9759100, -94.3177100 |
| Altitude | 355 |
| Country | United States |
End: Prairie Grove (-94.31771, 35.97591)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 34 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 15m |
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 | $2.80 | $5.60 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $3.15 | $6.30 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $3.42 | $6.85 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $4.01 | $8.01 |
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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