How far is Springdale, AR from Waldron, AR?

The driving distance from Springdale, AR to Waldron, AR is about 111.4 miles (179.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 11m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 89 miles (143.3 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 23m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
111.44 mi
02h 11m
Flight
89.04 mi
143.29 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
89.04 mi
Kilometers
143.29 km
Flight Time
00h 10m

Driving Distance

Road route
111.44 mi
Kilometers
179.34 km
Drive Time
02h 11m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 11m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Waldron
Tue, May 5, 4:22 AM CDT
Return by in Springdale
Tue, May 5, 6:34 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Springdale
2026-05-05T02:11
Arrive Waldron
Tue, May 5, 4:22 AM CDT
Route Timing
02h 11m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:12 AM to 12:12 PM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
2:06 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Springdale
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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
Alma
AR

City in Arkansas, USA

From Springdale
55.8 mi
01h 05m
To Waldron
55.7 mi
01h 05m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
78°F
Tuesday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Tue, May 5 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
15 mph SW
Destination
82°F
Tuesday

Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Tue, May 5 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph SSW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on North Commercial Street

    36 m · 7 sec · North Commercial Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto East Johnson Avenue

    2927 ft · 2 min · East Johnson Avenue

  3. 3

    Turn left onto North Thompson Street

    3.3 mi · 6 min · North Thompson Street

  4. 4

    Continue on North College Avenue

    1.5 mi · 3 min · North College Avenue

  5. 5

    Keep slight right to continue on Fulbright Expressway

    48.3 mi · 50 min · Fulbright Expressway

  6. 6

    Keep slight right to continue on I 40 West: Van Buren, Fort Smith

    1596 ft · 25 sec

  7. 7

    Merge slight left

    4.3 mi · 4 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward I 540 South, US 71 South: Fort Smith

    12.3 mi · 14 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward US 71 South: Texarkana

    1749 ft · 45 sec

  10. 10

    Turn left

    38.1 mi · 48 min

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight left

    2.4 mi · 4 min

  12. 12

    Turn left onto Danville Road

    39 m · 6 sec · Danville Road

  13. 13

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Danville Road

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
13 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
1 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
11.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Fulbright Expressway
48.3 mi · 43%
I 540 South
12.3 mi · 11%
I 40 West
4.58 mi · 4%
North Thompson Street
3.3 mi · 3%
US 71 South
2.73 mi · 2%
North College Avenue
1.48 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Fulbright Expressway

Keep slight right to continue on Fulbright Expressway

48.3 mi · 00h 50m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 11m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 24m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+22.4 mi
89 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Alma
01h 05m from Springdale
Leave By
2:06 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Springdale and Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Waldron.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 111.4 miles (179.3 km) and usually takes 02h 11m 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?

Alma is a useful midpoint, sitting about 55.8 miles from Springdale and 55.7 miles from Waldron.

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

The direct path is about 89 miles (143.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.4 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 2:06 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.88 one way or $29.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.9 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Springdale and Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Waldron.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Springdale and Waldron. Straight-line distance: 89.04 mi (143.29 km).

Springdale

#1 Springdale

The most populous city in Washington County, Arkansas.

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

#2 Waldron

City in Arkansas, USA

Population3,335
Coordinates34.8984300, -94.0907600
Altitude201
CountryUnited States
Start: Springdale (-94.12881, 36.18674)
End: Waldron (-94.09076, 34.89843)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 179 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 42m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 47m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 13m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 51m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 35m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 23m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.93 gal
14.89 L · about $14.88
Round trip
$29.77
7.86 gal · 29.78 L
Estimated CO2
34.9 kg one way
Round trip: 69.9 kg / 154 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $14.88 $29.77
Mid-grade $4.26 $16.74 $33.48
Premium $4.63 $18.18 $36.35
Diesel $5.42 $21.28 $42.56

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 · May 05, 2026

There is no time difference between Springdale and Waldron. The current time is 02:11:09.

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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.