Fall Road Trips in Arkansas
Routes
30
Avg Distance
338 mi
Avg Drive
6h 8m
Destinations
17
Fall in Arkansas brings a distinct driving experience, with 30 routes averaging 331 miles and 6 hours of travel time. The state's fall drives feature gently rolling terrain and max elevations reaching up to 1552 feet, offering a pleasant climate for exploring the changing leaves. While EV charging infrastructure is still developing, these routes provide a solid framework for a scenic autumn getaway.
Fuel snapshot for this state
Regular
$3.72/gal
Diesel: $5.60/gal
Typical trip cost
$47–$56
One-way, ~338 mi avg @ 25.4 MPG
CO₂ per trip
~118 kg
ICE vehicle, one-way average
Source: US Energy Information Administration • week of 2026-08-31
Climate through the year: Arkansas
Arkansas peaks at around 92°F in Jul and cools to 51°F / 31°F in Jan. Wettest month is Apr at ~5.6 in of rain. Table highlights Fall months.
| Month | High °F | Low °F | Rain in | Snow in |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 51 | 31 | 3.5 | 1.1 |
| Feb | 55 | 34 | 4 | 1.6 |
| Mar | 64 | 42 | 5 | 0.5 |
| Apr | 73 | 50 | 5.6 | — |
| May | 81 | 59 | 5.1 | — |
| Jun | 88 | 68 | 3.6 | — |
| Jul | 92 | 71 | 3.3 | — |
| Aug | 92 | 70 | 3.2 | — |
| Sep peak | 85 | 63 | 3 | — |
| Oct peak | 74 | 51 | 4.5 | — |
| Nov peak | 62 | 40 | 4.7 | — |
| Dec | 53 | 33 | 5.1 | 0.6 |
Source: NOAA NCEI Monthly Climate Normals, 1991–2020 reference period. Sampled at the major-airport station for AR — microclimates along specific routes can vary significantly.
Planning Tips
- Check the weather forecast for your route, not just your origin and destination.
- Bring layers for shoulder-season travel — mornings and evenings can be much cooler than midday.
- Arkansas routes can vary in condition depending on the time of year. Check for construction zones.
Frequently Asked Questions
Fall Routes
Osceola, AR → Bentonville, AR
Springdale, AR → Luxora, AR
Through: Little Rock → Memphis → Saint Louis
Bentonville, AR → Blytheville, AR
Through: Little Rock
Editor's pick
Osceola, AR → Fayetteville, AR
With a drive score of 8, this 355-mile trip also features gently rolling terrain and a summit of 1407 feet. It's a largely highway path perfect for a focused exploration of Arkansas's autumn landscape.
Editor's pick
New Caledonia, AR → Bella Vista, AR
Through: Fort Smith
Standing out with a drive score of 9, this 351-mile route reaches the highest elevation among the top picks at 1552 feet. The gently rolling terrain makes this mostly highway journey particularly engaging.
Bella Vista, AR → Marion, AR
Through: Little Rock → Memphis
Manila, AR → Bentonville, AR
Through: Conway
New Caledonia, AR → Bentonville, AR
Through: Fort Smith
New Caledonia, AR → Prairie Creek, AR
Through: Fort Smith
West Crossett, AR → Rogers, AR
Through: Fort Smith
Rogers, AR → Crossett, AR
Through: Little Rock → Monticello
Bentonville, AR → North Crossett, AR
Through: Little Rock → Monticello
Lake Village, AR → Bentonville, AR
Through: Fort Smith
Caraway, AR → Bentonville, AR
Through: Conway
Bentonville, AR → Monette, AR
Through: Little Rock
Lake Village, AR → Rogers, AR
Through: Fort Smith
Helena-West Helena, AR → Bella Vista, AR
Magnolia, AR → Bella Vista, AR
Eudora, AR → Fayetteville, AR
Through: Fort Smith
Goshen, AR → New Caledonia, AR
Through: Little Rock → Fordyce → El Dorado +1 more
West Memphis, AR → Rogers, AR
Crossett, AR → Springdale, AR
Through: Fort Smith
Bentonville, AR → Trumann, AR
Through: Little Rock
New Caledonia, AR → Tontitown, AR
Through: Little Rock → Fort Smith
Blytheville, AR → Texarkana, AR
Lincoln, AR → New Caledonia, AR
Through: Little Rock → Fordyce → El Dorado +1 more
Dermott, AR → Rogers, AR
Through: Fort Smith
Springdale, AR → Marion, AR
Through: Little Rock → Memphis
Bentonville, AR → Magnolia, AR
Through: Little Rock
Jonesboro, AR → Bella Vista, AR
Through: Conway