How far is Ward, AR from Springdale, AR?

The driving distance from Ward, AR to Springdale, AR is about 197.2 miles (317.4 km), with a travel time of about 03h 13m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 146.1 miles (235.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 27m 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
197.22 mi
03h 13m
Flight
146.13 mi
235.18 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
146.13 mi
Kilometers
235.18 km
Flight Time
00h 17m

Driving Distance

Road route
197.22 mi
Kilometers
317.39 km
Drive Time
03h 13m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 03h 13m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Springdale
Thu, Apr 23, 2:43 AM CDT
Return by in Ward
Thu, Apr 23, 5:57 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Ward
2026-04-22T23:29
Arrive Springdale
Thu, Apr 23, 2:43 AM CDT
Route Timing
03h 13m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:14 AM to 11:14 AM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
10:32 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Ward
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
Clarksville
AR

City in Arkansas, USA

From Ward
98.5 mi
01h 36m
To Springdale
98.7 mi
01h 36m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
82°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph S
Destination
74°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 15 mph S

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on 2nd Street

    13 m · 3 sec · 2nd Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Moore Street

    1002 ft · 20 sec · Moore Street

  3. 3

    Continue on North Street

    14.8 mi · 26 min · North Street

  4. 4

    Turn right onto State Highway 107

    1142 ft · 25 sec · State Highway 107

  5. 5

    Turn left onto Vilonia Bypass

    6.5 mi · 8 min · Vilonia Bypass

  6. 6

    Continue on State Highway 64

    5.4 mi · 7 min · State Highway 64

  7. 7

    Continue on East Oak Street

    1.6 mi · 3 min · East Oak Street

  8. 8

    Take the exit straight

    2355 ft · 57 sec

  9. 9

    Merge slight left

    113.9 mi · 1 hr 54 min

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward I 49 North: Fayetteville

    1977 ft · 48 sec

  11. 11

    Continue straight

    46.4 mi · 47 min

  12. 12

    Keep slight right to continue on Fulbright Expressway

    2.2 mi · 3 min · Fulbright Expressway

  13. 13

    Continue on North College Avenue

    1.3 mi · 3 min · North College Avenue

  14. 14

    Continue on South Thompson Street

    3.3 mi · 6 min · South Thompson Street

  15. 15

    Turn right onto West Johnson Avenue

    2927 ft · 2 min · West Johnson Avenue

  16. 16

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

    36 m · 5 sec · North Commercial Street

  17. 17

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · North Commercial Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Ward 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
17 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
8.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
East Oak Street
116 mi · 59%
I 49 North
46.7 mi · 24%
North Street
14.8 mi · 8%
Vilonia Bypass
6.48 mi · 3%
State Highway 64
5.41 mi · 3%
South Thompson Street
3.3 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

East Oak Street

Merge slight left

114 mi · 01h 54m

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
03h 13m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
06h 28m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+51.1 mi
146.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Clarksville
01h 36m from Ward
Leave By
10:32 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Ward and Mostly Sunny near Springdale.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 197.2 miles (317.4 km) and usually takes 03h 13m 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?

Clarksville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 98.5 miles from Ward and 98.7 miles from Springdale.

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

The direct path is about 146.1 miles (235.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 51.1 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:32 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.36 one way or $52.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 61.9 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Ward and Mostly Sunny near Springdale.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Ward and Springdale. Straight-line distance: 146.13 mi (235.18 km).

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#1 Ward

Township in Lonoke County, Arkansas

Population5,486
Coordinates35.0303600, -91.9504200
Altitude74
CountryUnited States
Springdale

#2 Springdale

The most populous city in Washington County, Arkansas.

Population81,115
Coordinates36.1867400, -94.1288100
Altitude403
CountryUnited States
Start: 2nd Street (-91.950428, 35.030369)
End: (-94.128809, 36.186791)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 317 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)06h 34m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)04h 55m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 56m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 17m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 49m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 27m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
6.96 gal
26.34 L · about $26.36
Round trip
$52.72
13.92 gal · 52.68 L
Estimated CO2
61.9 kg one way
Round trip: 123.7 kg / 273 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $26.36 $52.72
Mid-grade $4.26 $29.64 $59.29
Premium $4.63 $32.19 $64.38
Diesel $5.42 $37.69 $75.38

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 · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Ward and Springdale. The current time is 23:29:58.

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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.