Road Trips from Rogers, AR
Rogers is a great launchpad for quick hops around Arkansas, with a solid mix of shorter, easy drives and longer hauls for when you have more time. You've got options that are barely an hour away, perfect for a day trip, plus some longer routes pushing 3-5 hours that are still manageable without an overnight stay. Several of these routes include parks, making them ideal if you're looking to get outdoors.
Total Routes
10
Shortest
0.6h
Under 2 hours
Fayetteville, AR
35m23 mi one way
This is the quickest option, a mere 23 miles and 36 minutes away. It boasts a high drive score of 8, though it doesn't feature parks directly on the route. It's ideal for a very short trip.
Charleston, AR
1h 58m98.4 mi one way
This 98.4-mile, 2-hour drive offers a highway-focused experience with a solid drive score of 8. It's a good option if you want a longer day trip that stays within Arkansas, and it includes access to parks.
Goshen, AR
43m24.5 mi one way
This 24.5-mile route takes about 42 minutes and offers a local feel with a drive score of 6. It features mostly flat terrain, making it an easy drive if you're looking for something close by.
Berryville, AR
1h 11m46.1 mi one way
A 46.1-mile drive taking 1.2 hours, this route is characterized by its turn-heavy local feel and a drive score of 6. It's a decent choice for a half-day excursion within the state.
Full-day getaway
Salem, AR
3h 31m167.9 mi one way
This 167.9-mile trip will take about 3.5 hours. It's a high-scoring drive (9) with a mix of highway and surface roads, plus it includes park access, making it a good longer day trip candidate.
Hot Springs, AR
3h 52m207.6 mi one way
This is the longest trip at 207.6 miles, requiring nearly 4 hours. It's a highway-focused route with a drive score of 8, perfect if you want to dedicate a full day to exploring further south.
Danville, AR
3h 1m159.5 mi one way
Clocking in at 159.5 miles and 3 hours, this highway-focused drive has a strong score of 8 and includes park access. It's a substantial route for a day trip if you're looking to cover some distance.
Weekend trip
Paragould, AR
5h 34m261.4 mi one way
At 261.4 miles and 5.6 hours, this is the longest route available. It offers a high drive score of 9 with a mixed driving profile, suitable for a very ambitious day trip or the start of a longer journey.
Augusta, AR
4h 39m253.1 mi one way
This 253.1-mile drive takes about 4.7 hours. It's a highway-focused route with a solid drive score of 8, offering a longer excursion into the state.
Brinkley, AR
4h 42m269.9 mi one way
Covering 269.9 miles and taking 4.7 hours, this route is highway-focused with a drive score of 8. It's one of the longest options for a substantial day trip.
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When to Go
Spring
The presence of parks on several routes, like Charleston and Salem, makes spring a good time for outdoor excursions.
Summer
With multiple highway-focused drives under 3 hours, summer offers many opportunities for easy, straightforward trips.
Fall
The mostly flat terrain on the Goshen route and park access on others provide pleasant driving conditions for fall color viewing.
Winter
Shorter, highway-focused drives like the one to Fayetteville are ideal for winter travel when you want to minimize time on the road.
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