Austin, AR to Rogers, AR is 211.5 miles and takes about 3h 55m via I 40 and I 49, with a fuel budget near $32 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This highway-focused drive stays within Arkansas, transitioning from the Southeast region to a slightly different part of the same region. It's a straightforward trip, mostly on interstates, making it a good option if you want to get from point A to point B efficiently without much fuss. Plan for a single day of travel, as the duration is well within typical driving limits for one person.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
105.8 miles from Austin, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 1m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 40
113.9 mi
1h 53m
I 49
57.7 mi
59m
State Highway 107
7.9 mi
12m
Vilonia Bypass
6.5 mi
7m
State Highway 64
5.4 mi
6m
State Highway 89
4.1 mi
7m
South 8th Street
3.4 mi
6m
I 57
3 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 113.9 mi, about 1h 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Austin, AR and Rogers, AR.
1
Start on this road
219 ft·17 sec·this road
2
At end of road, turn right onto AR 367
82 ft·1 sec·AR 367
3
Turn left onto AR 305
0.7 mi·1 min·AR 305
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·51 sec
5
Merge onto I 57; US 167
3.0 mi·2 min·I 57; US 167
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Toward AR 89: Cabot
7
Keep slight left at fork
201 ft·10 sec
8
Turn left onto AR 89
2.1 mi·3 min·West Main Street
9
Continue on AR 89
4.1 mi·7 min·State Highway 89
10
Continue on AR 89
0.2 mi·26 sec·Tates Mill Road
11
Turn right onto AR 107
7.9 mi·12 min·State Highway 107
12
Turn left onto US 64
6.5 mi·7 min·Vilonia Bypass
13
Continue on US 64
5.4 mi·6 min·State Highway 64
14
Continue on US 64
1.6 mi·3 min·East Oak Street
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi·57 sec
16
Merge onto I 40; US 65
114 mi·1 hr 53 min·I 40; US 65
17
Take the exit
0.4 mi·48 sec
Toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
18
Continue on I 49
46 mi·47 min·I 49
Use the slight right lane.
19
Keep slight left at fork onto I 49; US 62; US 71
11 mi·12 min·I 49; US 62; US 71
Use the straight lane.
20
Take the exit
0.3 mi·34 sec
21
Keep slight right at fork
185 ft·6 sec
22
Turn right onto AR 264
0.6 mi·1 min·West Monroe Avenue
23
Turn left onto US 71B
2.0 mi·3 min·North Bloomington Street
24
Continue on US 71B
3.4 mi·6 min·South 8th Street
25
Turn right onto West Poplar Street
0.4 mi·1 min·West Poplar Street
26
Turn left onto South 3rd Street
390 ft·18 sec·South 3rd Street
27
Turn right onto West Elm Street
99 ft·3 sec·West Elm Street
28
Arrive at destination
West Elm Street
Trip Plan
Given the manageable 3h 55m duration, this trip is easily completed in a single day. Aim to depart in the morning to give yourself plenty of time and avoid any potential evening travel concerns. With a fuel cost estimated around $32, it's wise to fill up before leaving Austin, AR, as the longest stretch without a major town is 113.9 miles on I 40. While there's only one recommended stop, consider taking breaks as needed to stay alert, especially during the longer highway segments.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 105.8 miles from Austin, AR, or about 2h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 113.9 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 47 miles or 1h 3m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 105.8 miles or 2h 1m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Rogers, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Austin, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Austin, AR
This is one driving day of about 211.5 miles and 3h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 47 miles from Austin, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 113.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 211.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|AR 367
At end of road, turn right onto AR 367
Navigation decision point
5
4.3 mi into trip|~5m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
6
193.3 mi into trip|~3h 30m in|I 49; US 62; US 71
Keep slight left at fork onto I 49; US 62; US 71
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
205 mi into trip|~3h 43m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
211.5 mi into trip|~3h 55m in|West Elm Street
Turn right onto West Elm Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$30.98 one way
$61.97 round trip
$3.72/gal25.4 MPG avg74 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.13
$34.40
$68.80
premium
$4.49
$37.35
$74.71
diesel
$5.60
$46.62
$93.24
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 74 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
63.5
0
$22.21
$10.15
Efficient EV
52.9
0
$18.51
$8.46
EV Truck/SUV
84.6
1
$29.61
$13.54
Gas CO2
74 kg
EV CO2
25 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Aug 27, 2026
Origin
Austin, AR
Morning
in Austin on Friday
Local time
6:28 AM
CDT
Current temp
96°F
Mostly Sunny then Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
NNE 5 mph18% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Rogers, AR
Morning
in Rogers on Friday
Local time
6:28 AM
CDT
Current temp
92°F
Mostly Sunny
N 0 to 5 mph6% chanceLive forecast
98°F
Delaware, AR
106 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
4 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 55m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 91% of the journey on major roads like I 40 and I 49. You'll experience long stretches of consistent driving, including one segment of 113.9 miles primarily on I 40. Expect a fairly uninterrupted pace for most of the trip, allowing for steady progress. The primary roads provide a smooth and direct path, minimizing deviations and keeping you on a predictable course.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 113.9 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and I 49. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near AR 367.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 211.5 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (AR 367): Navigation decision point; at 4.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 193.3 miles (I 49; US 62; US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 55m. Total distance: 211.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 113.9 miles on I 40. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 15 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Rogers, AR before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 15 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (AR 367): Navigation decision point; at 4.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 193.3 miles (I 49; US 62; US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 3.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Rogers, AR, but most travelers stay overnight.
