How far is Western Grove, AR from Swain, AR?

The driving distance from Western Grove, AR to Swain, AR is about 44.9 miles (72.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 16m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 27.7 miles (44.6 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 33m 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
44.93 mi
01h 16m
Flight
27.72 mi
44.61 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
27.72 mi
Kilometers
44.61 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
44.93 mi
Kilometers
72.31 km
Drive Time
01h 16m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 16m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Swain
Fri, Oct 16, 2:51 AM CDT
Return by in Western Grove
Fri, Oct 16, 4:08 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Western Grove
2026-10-16T01:34
Arrive Swain
Fri, Oct 16, 2:51 AM CDT
Route Timing
01h 16m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:17 AM to 11:17 AM CDT

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

Leave by
3:56 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Western Grove
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
Jasper
AR

City in Newton County, Arkansas, United States

From Western Grove
22.4 mi
00h 38m
To Swain
22.6 mi
00h 38m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
59°F
Friday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Fri, Oct 16 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
15 mph NNW
Destination
54°F
Friday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Fri, Oct 16 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
15 mph NNW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Western Grove and Swain.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Western Grove and Swain.

  1. 1

    Start on Gladden Street

    35 m · 8 sec · Gladden Street

  2. 2

    Turn right

    2965 ft · 1 min

  3. 3

    Continue straight

    15.4 mi · 27 min

  4. 4

    Turn right

    7.3 mi · 13 min

  5. 5

    At the end of the road, turn left

    10 mi · 15 min

  6. 6

    Turn right

    2.1 mi · 4 min

  7. 7

    Keep slight right

    9.5 mi · 17 min

  8. 8

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Western Grove and Swain.

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
8 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
17.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Gladden Street
25 mi · 56%
Longest Stretch

Gladden Street

Continue straight

15.4 mi · 00h 27m

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
01h 16m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 34m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+17.2 mi
27.7 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Jasper
00h 38m from Western Grove
Leave By
3:56 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Western Grove and Mostly Sunny near Swain.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Western Grove to Swain?

The road trip is about 44.9 miles (72.3 km) and usually takes 01h 16m 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?

Jasper is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.4 miles from Western Grove and 22.6 miles from Swain.

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

The direct path is about 27.7 miles (44.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.2 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 3:56 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.28 one way or $12.55 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.1 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Western Grove and Mostly Sunny near Swain.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Western Grove and Swain. Straight-line distance: 27.72 mi (44.61 km).

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#1 Western Grove

Human settlement in Newton County, Arkansas, United States of America

Population353
Coordinates36.1009100, -92.9537800
Altitude327
CountryUnited States
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#2 Swain

Swain is a place in Arkansas, United States.

Population0
Coordinates35.8492500, -93.3399000
Altitude627
CountryUnited States
Start: Western Grove (-92.95378, 36.10091)
End: Swain (-93.3399, 35.84925)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 72 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 29m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 07m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 53m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 44m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 38m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 33m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.59 gal
6 L · about $6.28
Round trip
$12.55
3.18 gal · 12 L
Estimated CO2
14.1 kg one way
Round trip: 28.3 kg / 62 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.95 $6.28 $12.55
Mid-grade $4.44 $7.06 $14.12
Premium $4.83 $7.67 $15.34
Diesel $5.92 $9.41 $18.82

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 · Oct 15, 2026

There is no time difference between Western Grove and Swain. The current time is 01:34:54.

Distance to Other Cities

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.