How far is Texarkana, AR from Springdale, AR?

The driving distance from Texarkana, AR to Springdale, AR is about 248 miles (399.1 km), with a travel time of about 04h 36m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 189.7 miles (305.3 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
247.97 mi
04h 36m
Flight
189.73 mi
305.34 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
189.73 mi
Kilometers
305.34 km
Flight Time
00h 22m

Driving Distance

Road route
247.97 mi
Kilometers
399.07 km
Drive Time
04h 36m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 36m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Springdale
Sat, May 30, 4:56 AM CDT
Return by in Texarkana
Sat, May 30, 9:32 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Texarkana
2026-05-30T00:19
Arrive Springdale
Sat, May 30, 4:56 AM CDT
Route Timing
04h 36m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
10:36 AM to 12:36 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
7:48 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Texarkana
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
Waldron
AR

City in Arkansas, USA

From Texarkana
122.7 mi
02h 18m
To Springdale
125.3 mi
02h 18m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
87°F
Saturday

Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Sat, May 30 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph SW
Destination
81°F
Saturday

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Starts
Sat, May 30 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph S

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on East 20th Street

    55 m · 10 sec · East 20th Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto County Avenue

    1338 ft · 42 sec · County Avenue

  3. 3

    Turn left onto East 24th Street

    1500 ft · 34 sec · East 24th Street

  4. 4

    At the end of the road, turn right onto North State Line Avenue

    20.2 mi · 28 min · North State Line Avenue

  5. 5

    Continue on Main Street

    24.3 mi · 33 min · Main Street

  6. 6

    Continue straight

    8 mi · 11 min

  7. 7

    Turn right onto North Lakeside Drive

    51.2 mi · 1 hr · North Lakeside Drive

  8. 8

    Continue straight

    69.9 mi · 1 hr 24 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward 540 North

    12 mi · 14 min

  10. 10

    Keep slight right to continue on I 40 East: Little Rock, Memphis

    4.6 mi · 5 min

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward I 49 North: Fayetteville

    1.2 km · 2 min

  12. 12

    Continue straight

    46.4 mi · 47 min

  13. 13

    Keep slight right to continue on Fulbright Expressway

    2.2 mi · 3 min · Fulbright Expressway

  14. 14

    Continue on North College Avenue

    1.3 mi · 3 min · North College Avenue

  15. 15

    Continue on South Thompson Street

    3.3 mi · 6 min · South Thompson Street

  16. 16

    Turn right onto West Johnson Avenue

    2927 ft · 2 min · West Johnson Avenue

  17. 17

    At the end of the road, turn left onto North Commercial Street

    36 m · 5 sec · North Commercial Street

  18. 18

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · North Commercial Street

Car Route Details

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

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
18 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
0 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
7.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
North Lakeside Drive
121 mi · 49%
I 49 North
47.1 mi · 19%
Main Street
32.3 mi · 13%
North State Line Avenue
20.2 mi · 8%
540 North
12 mi · 5%
I 40 East
4.59 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

North Lakeside Drive

Continue straight

69.9 mi · 01h 24m

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 36m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
09h 12m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+58.3 mi
189.7 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Waldron
02h 18m from Texarkana
Leave By
7:48 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Texarkana and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Springdale.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 248 miles (399.1 km) and usually takes 04h 36m 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 122.7 miles from Texarkana and 125.3 miles from Springdale.

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

The direct path is about 189.7 miles (305.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 58.3 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 7:48 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $33.14 one way or $66.27 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 77.8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Texarkana and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Springdale.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Texarkana and Springdale. Straight-line distance: 189.73 mi (305.34 km).

Texarkana

#1 Texarkana

City in Miller County, Arkansas, United States

Population29,556
Coordinates33.4417900, -94.0376900
Altitude110
CountryUnited States
Springdale

#2 Springdale

The most populous city in Washington County, Arkansas.

Population81,115
Coordinates36.1867400, -94.1288100
Altitude403
CountryUnited States
Start: East 20th Street (-94.037686, 33.441936)
End: (-94.128809, 36.186791)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 399 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)08h 15m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)06h 11m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)04h 57m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)04h 07m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)03h 32m
80 mph (129 km/h)03h 05m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
8.75 gal
33.12 L · about $33.14
Round trip
$66.27
17.5 gal · 66.24 L
Estimated CO2
77.8 kg one way
Round trip: 155.5 kg / 343 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $33.14 $66.27
Mid-grade $4.26 $37.27 $74.53
Premium $4.63 $40.47 $80.94
Diesel $5.42 $47.38 $94.76

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 30, 2026

There is no time difference between Texarkana and Springdale. The current time is 00:19:47.

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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.