How far is Springdale, AR from Southside, AR?
The driving distance from Springdale, AR to Southside, AR is about 188.5 miles (303.3 km), with a travel time of about 04h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 144.2 miles (232 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 51m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Halfway Point
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City in Searcy County, Arkansas, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Springdale and Southside.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springdale and Southside.
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Start on North Commercial Street
636 ft · 35 sec · North Commercial Street
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Turn left onto East Emma Avenue
1.7 mi · 4 min · East Emma Avenue
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Turn right onto Butterfield Coach Road
1.3 mi · 3 min · Butterfield Coach Road
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Turn left onto East Robinson Avenue
56.3 mi · 1 hr 6 min · East Robinson Avenue
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Continue on Main Street
5.9 mi · 8 min · Main Street
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Keep slight left
774 ft · 23 sec
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Turn right
55.3 mi · 1 hr 21 min
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Turn left
894 ft · 17 sec
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Turn right onto Main Street
107 m · 11 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto Walnut
52.6 mi · 1 hr 18 min · Walnut
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Turn straight onto Mountain View Road
6.1 mi · 9 min · Mountain View Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Heber Springs Road
1857 ft · 37 sec · Heber Springs Road
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Turn right onto Locust Grove Road
6 mi · 10 min · Locust Grove Road
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Continue on Camp Tahkodah Road
2.2 mi · 4 min · Camp Tahkodah Road
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Turn left onto Batesville Boulevard
108 m · 7 sec · Batesville Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Batesville Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Springdale and Southside.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
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.
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.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Springdale and Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Southside.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Springdale to Southside?
The road trip is about 188.5 miles (303.3 km) and usually takes 04h 25m 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?
Pindall is a useful midpoint, sitting about 94.1 miles from Springdale and 94.3 miles from Southside.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 144.2 miles (232 km), while the road route adds roughly 44.3 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 8:08 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.18 one way or $50.37 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 59.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Springdale and Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Southside.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Springdale and Southside. Straight-line distance: 144.15 mi (231.98 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 Southside
Human settlement in Arkansas, United States of America
| Population | 3,990 |
| Coordinates | 35.6984100, -91.6234700 |
| Altitude | 109 |
| Country | United States |
End: Southside (-91.62347, 35.69841)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 303 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 21m |
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 | $25.18 | $50.37 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $28.32 | $56.64 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $30.76 | $61.51 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $36.01 | $72.02 |
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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