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Summer Road Trips in Arkansas

Routes

30

Avg Distance

322 mi

Avg Drive

5h 53m

Destinations

13

Arkansas in the summer offers a robust network of 30 drives, averaging 321 miles and 351 minutes. With drive scores reaching up to 9, these routes provide ample opportunity to explore. Summer daylight hours are long, perfect for taking in the state's landscapes.

Planning Tips

Carry extra water — summer heat in the car and at rest stops dehydrates faster than you think.
Start drives early or late to avoid peak afternoon heat, especially through desert or plains stretches.
Check your tire pressure before long summer drives — hot pavement increases blowout risk with underinflated tires.

Frequently Asked Questions

We've identified 30 routes in Arkansas that work well for summer travel, based on drive quality, typical weather conditions, and distance (averaging 322 miles).

Drive times and distances come from actual road network data via OSRM. Fuel costs use current state-level gas prices. Drive scores factor in elevation profile, road variety, and terrain. All data is recalculated regularly.

Yes. Click any route to see its full trip page with turn-by-turn directions, fuel cost estimates, elevation profile, stop suggestions, weather conditions, and more.

Summer Routes

Editor's pick

Blytheville, AR → Bentonville, AR

363.3 mi 6h 44m Score: 8/10

This 363-mile route scores an 8, offering a primarily highway experience. It's a solid choice for covering significant ground across Arkansas.

Editor's pick

New Caledonia, AR → Bella Vista, AR

351.3 mi 6h 32m Score: 9/10

Boasting a high drive score of 9, this 351-mile trip is a top contender. It largely follows highway routes, making for an efficient exploration.

Editor's pick

New Caledonia, AR → Bentonville, AR

342 mi 6h 20m Score: 9/10

Another drive with a perfect score of 9, this 342-mile option is also mostly highway. It presents a compelling way to experience the state.

Bentonville, AR → North Crossett, AR

340.4 mi 6h 9m Score: 8/10

Caraway, AR → Bentonville, AR

338.7 mi 6h 16m Score: 8/10

Bentonville, AR → Monette, AR

335.5 mi 6h 8m Score: 8/10

Magnolia, AR → Bella Vista, AR

331.6 mi 6h 20m Score: 9/10

Eudora, AR → Fayetteville, AR

330.9 mi 6h 4m Score: 8/10

Goshen, AR → New Caledonia, AR

330.3 mi 6h 12m Score: 8/10

Crossett, AR → Springdale, AR

329.2 mi 5h 56m Score: 8/10

Lincoln, AR → New Caledonia, AR

324.3 mi 6h 7m Score: 8/10

Dermott, AR → Rogers, AR

322.3 mi 5h 52m Score: 8/10

Magnolia, AR → Bentonville, AR

322.3 mi 6h 8m Score: 9/10

Jonesboro, AR → Bella Vista, AR

322.2 mi 5h 49m Score: 8/10

Bay, AR → Bentonville, AR

321.9 mi 5h 47m Score: 8/10

Farmington, AR → New Caledonia, AR

320 mi 5h 54m Score: 8/10

Crossett, AR → Fayetteville, AR

319.4 mi 5h 43m Score: 8/10

New Caledonia, AR → Fayetteville, AR

317.2 mi 5h 53m Score: 9/10

Caraway, AR → Fayetteville, AR

313.9 mi 5h 49m Score: 8/10

Bentonville, AR → Jonesboro, AR

312.7 mi 5h 36m Score: 8/10

Bella Vista, AR → Tennessee, AR

312 mi 5h 35m Score: 8/10

Fort Smith, AR → Gosnell, AR

310.4 mi 5h 50m Score: 10/10

Bentonville, AR → Wynne, AR

310.1 mi 5h 26m Score: 8/10

Bella Vista, AR → Forrest City, AR

308.9 mi 5h 21m Score: 8/10

Wynne, AR → Rogers, AR

305.7 mi 5h 23m Score: 8/10

Pea Ridge, AR → Rogers, AR

304.8 mi 5h 32m Score: 8/10

Smackover, AR → Fayetteville, AR

304.3 mi 5h 32m Score: 9/10

Newport, AR → Fayetteville, AR

302 mi 5h 48m Score: 9/10

Dermott, AR → Fayetteville, AR

301.7 mi 5h 27m Score: 8/10

Marianna, AR → Rogers, AR

300.2 mi 5h 29m Score: 8/10

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