How far is Texarkana, AR from Cave Springs, AR?
The driving distance from Texarkana, AR to Cave Springs, AR is about 251.5 miles (404.8 km), with a travel time of about 05h 06m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 195.2 miles (314.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 12m 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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City in Arkansas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Texarkana and Cave Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Texarkana and Cave Springs.
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Start on East 20th Street
55 m · 10 sec · East 20th Street
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Turn right onto County Avenue
1338 ft · 42 sec · County Avenue
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Turn left onto East 24th Street
1500 ft · 34 sec · East 24th Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto North State Line Avenue
20.2 mi · 28 min · North State Line Avenue
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Continue on Main Street
24.3 mi · 33 min · Main Street
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Continue straight
8 mi · 11 min
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Turn right onto North Lakeside Drive
51.2 mi · 1 hr · North Lakeside Drive
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Continue straight
69.9 mi · 1 hr 24 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 540 North
12 mi · 14 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 40 East: Little Rock, Memphis
4.6 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
1.2 km · 2 min
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Continue straight
46.4 mi · 47 min
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Keep slight left
4.9 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 412
1473 ft · 31 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 412
59 m · 13 sec
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Turn left onto West Sunset Avenue
1.5 mi · 3 min · West Sunset Avenue
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Continue on East Henri de Tonti Boulevard
1982 ft · 39 sec · East Henri de Tonti Boulevard
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Turn right onto North Maestri Road
2.3 mi · 4 min · North Maestri Road
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Continue on South Elm Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · South Elm Street
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Continue on North Main Street Elm Springs
1.5 km · 2 min · North Main Street Elm Springs
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Continue on South Main Street (Cave Springs)
1.8 mi · 3 min · South Main Street (Cave Springs)
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Turn right onto Midway Avenue
16 m · 7 sec · Midway Avenue
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Turn left
13 m · 3 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Texarkana and Cave Springs.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
North Lakeside Drive
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69.9 mi · 01h 24m
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.
Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Texarkana and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Cave Springs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Texarkana to Cave Springs?
The road trip is about 251.5 miles (404.8 km) and usually takes 05h 06m 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?
Waldron is a useful midpoint, sitting about 125.9 miles from Texarkana and 125.6 miles from Cave Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 195.2 miles (314.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 56.3 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 6:48 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $33.59 one way or $67.18 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 78.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Texarkana and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Cave Springs.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Texarkana and Cave Springs. Straight-line distance: 195.27 mi (314.25 km).
#1 Texarkana
City in Miller County, Arkansas, United States
| Population | 29,556 |
| Coordinates | 33.4417900, -94.0376900 |
| Altitude | 110 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cave Springs
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 5,737 |
| Coordinates | 36.2634100, -94.2318700 |
| Altitude | 352 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cave Springs (-94.23187, 36.26341)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 405 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 08m |
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 | $33.59 | $67.18 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $37.78 | $75.55 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $41.02 | $82.05 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $48.03 | $96.06 |
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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