How far is Ward, AR from Russellville, AR?
The driving distance from Ward, AR to Russellville, AR is about 75.1 miles (120.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 23m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 69 miles (111.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 47m 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 23m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Human settlement in Conway County, Arkansas, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ward and Russellville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ward and Russellville.
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Start on 2nd Street
13 m · 3 sec · 2nd Street
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Turn right onto Moore Street
1002 ft · 20 sec · Moore Street
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Continue on North Street
14.8 mi · 26 min · North Street
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Turn right onto State Highway 107
1142 ft · 25 sec · State Highway 107
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Turn left onto Vilonia Bypass
6.5 mi · 8 min · Vilonia Bypass
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Continue on State Highway 64
5.4 mi · 7 min · State Highway 64
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Continue on East Oak Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · East Oak Street
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Take the exit straight
2355 ft · 57 sec
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Merge slight left
42 mi · 42 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AR 331, US 64
1573 ft · 40 sec
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Turn left
2320 ft · 46 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East Main Street
2.3 mi · 4 min · East Main Street
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Turn right onto North Arkansas Avenue
32 m · 3 sec · North Arkansas Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Arkansas Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ward and Russellville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East Oak Street
Merge slight left
42 mi · 00h 42m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Ward and Mostly Sunny near Russellville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ward to Russellville?
The road trip is about 75.1 miles (120.8 km) and usually takes 01h 23m 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?
Menifee is a useful midpoint, sitting about 37 miles from Ward and 38 miles from Russellville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 69 miles (111.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.1 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.44 one way or $20.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Ward and Mostly Sunny near Russellville.
Stop Ideas Near Menifee
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Menifee.
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Malvern station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ward and Russellville. Straight-line distance: 69.01 mi (111.06 km).
#1 Ward
Township in Lonoke County, Arkansas
| Population | 5,486 |
| Coordinates | 35.0303600, -91.9504200 |
| Altitude | 74 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Russellville
City in Arkansas
| Population | 29,364 |
| Coordinates | 35.2784200, -93.1337900 |
| Altitude | 106 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Arkansas Avenue (-93.133718, 35.278419)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 121 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 56m |
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 | $3.94 | $10.44 | $20.87 |
| Mid-grade | $4.44 | $11.76 | $23.51 |
| Premium | $4.81 | $12.75 | $25.50 |
| Diesel | $5.92 | $15.70 | $31.40 |
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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