Road Trips from Fayetteville, AR
Fayetteville sets you up for a variety of drives. You've got quick, highway-focused hops to nearby towns, perfect for a short day trip, plus longer hauls that lean into highway cruising. Several options include parks, offering a green escape, and the terrain is generally gently rolling, making for comfortable driving. It's great for exploring the state, whether you want a brief outing or a more substantial drive.
Total Routes
27
Shortest
0.4h
With Parks Nearby
11
Under 2 hours
8 total in this range
Lavaca, AR
1h 23m70.1 mi one way
This 70-mile drive to Lavaca, AR, is a solid highway-focused option with a good drive score of 8. It covers gently rolling terrain, making for a pleasant 1.4-hour trip. It's a good choice if you want a bit more distance than the closest towns without committing to a full day.
Booneville, AR
1h 56m93.3 mi one way
Opt for Booneville, AR, for a 93-mile journey that's mostly highway and scores a 9 for its drive. The terrain is gently rolling, providing a comfortable 1.9-hour cruise. This is a longer day trip than many options, offering a good stretch of road without parks.
Lowell, AR
24m16.9 mi one way
If you need a quick escape, Lowell, AR, is only 16.9 miles and 0.4 hours away. This highway-focused drive has a drive score of 8 and includes parks, making it a convenient option for a short outing. It's significantly closer than most other destinations.
Fort Smith, AR
1h 4m57.2 mi one way
Fort Smith, AR, is a 57.2-mile, 1.1-hour drive with a drive score of 7. This highway-focused route includes parks, offering a destination with some green space. It's a moderate distance, suitable for a day trip.
Decatur, AR
56m39.1 mi one way
Decatur, AR, is a 39.1-mile, 0.9-hour trip with a drive score of 8. This route mixes highway and surface roads, offering a slightly different driving experience. It's a shorter option that avoids parks.
Full-day getaway
11 total in this range
Bull Shoals, AR
2h 38m116.9 mi one way
Head to Bull Shoals, AR, for a longer 116.9-mile drive that takes 2.6 hours. This highway-focused trip scores a 9 and includes parks, making it a great option for a longer day out with potential for outdoor activities. It offers more distance than Russellville.
Marshall, AR
2h 39m114.6 mi one way
Marshall, AR, is 114.6 miles and a 2.7-hour drive, earning a drive score of 9. This mostly highway route is a good option for a longer day trip. It's similar in distance to Russellville but has a higher drive score.
Conway, AR
2h 45m158.9 mi one way
Conway, AR, is a significant 158.9-mile drive, clocking in at 2.8 hours. This highway-focused route has a drive score of 8 and passes through gently rolling terrain, plus it includes parks. It's one of the longer options available.
Russellville, AR
2h 2m114.5 mi one way
Russellville, AR, is 114.5 miles and a 2-hour drive, rated 8 for its drive. This highway-focused route includes parks and covers gently rolling terrain. It’s a solid choice for a longer day trip with potential for park visits.
Hot Springs, AR
3h 28m186.8 mi one way
For the longest drive on this list, Hot Springs, AR, is 186.8 miles and 3.5 hours away, with a drive score of 8. This mostly highway route includes Hot Springs National Park, offering a significant destination with a major park attraction.
Weekend trip
8 total in this range
Paragould, AR
5h 23m252.7 mi one way
Paragould, AR, is the longest drive at 252.7 miles, taking 5.4 hours. This highway-focused route scores a 9 for its drive and includes parks. It's the furthest option, best suited for a dedicated road trip.
Lewisville, AR
5h 21m265.9 mi one way
Batesville, AR
4h 32m190.3 mi one way
Tennessee, AR
4h 56m277.9 mi one way
Brookland, AR
5h 23m297 mi one way
Browse by Mood
Bull Shoals, AR
2h 38m116.9 mi one way
Marshall, AR
2h 39m114.6 mi one way
Lavaca, AR
1h 23m70.1 mi one way
Conway, AR
2h 45m158.9 mi one way
Bull Shoals, AR
2h 38m116.9 mi one way
Fort Smith, AR
1h 4m57.2 mi one way
Bentonville, AR
37m26.5 mi one way
Alma, AR
51m46.1 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
The gently rolling terrain and park-inclusive drives suggest pleasant spring outings, ideal for enjoying the outdoors.
Summer
Highway-focused routes with parks are well-suited for longer summer drives, offering opportunities for breaks in green spaces.
Fall
With gently rolling terrain and park options, fall drives promise comfortable cruising through scenic landscapes.
Winter
Highway-focused drives with parks offer accessible winter travel, though terrain can still be a factor.
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