This 186.6-mile journey from Bryant, Arkansas to Springdale, Arkansas is easily manageable as a single-day road trip, taking approximately 4 hours and 21 minutes of pure driving time. The route primarily utilizes US 412 and US 65, with a significant 72% of the drive being on highways, making it a highway-focused experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $28, this trip is quite budget-friendly. You'll be traveling within the Southeast region of Arkansas for the entire duration. This drive is a straightforward option for a quick trip within the state, offering a direct path without requiring an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
93.3 miles from Bryant, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 18m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 412
56.4 mi
1h 6m
US 65
50 mi
1h 12m
East Main Street
36.8 mi
54m
AR 66
15.8 mi
23m
US 62
11.6 mi
17m
Heber Springs Road
6.3 mi
9m
Mountain View Road
6.1 mi
9m
East Emma Avenue
1.7 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
US 412
— 56.4 mi, about 1h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bryant, AR and Springdale, AR.
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Start on Simpson Road
0.1 mi·32 sec·Simpson Road
2
At end of road, turn right onto AR 14; AR 25
6.3 mi·9 min·Heber Springs Road
3
Turn right onto AR 14
6.1 mi·9 min·Mountain View Road
4
Turn straight onto AR 14
37 mi·54 min·East Main Street
5
Continue on AR 66
16 mi·23 min·AR 66
6
Turn right onto AR 66
351 ft·11 sec·Main Street
7
Turn left onto AR 66
0.2 mi·18 sec·Oak Street
8
Turn right onto US 65
50 mi·1 hr 12 min·US 65
9
Take the exit onto US 62; US 65; US 412
5.0 mi·7 min·US 62; US 65; US 412
10
Take the exit onto US 62; US 412
6.1 mi·8 min·US 62; US 412
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Continue on US 62; US 412
0.5 mi·1 min·US 62; US 412
Use the straight / left lanes.
12
Turn left onto US 412
56 mi·1 hr 6 min·US 412
Use the left lane.
13
Turn right onto Butterfield Coach Road
1.3 mi·2 min·Butterfield Coach Road
14
Turn left onto East Emma Avenue
1.7 mi·3 min·East Emma Avenue
15
Turn right onto North Commercial Street
0.1 mi·28 sec·North Commercial Street
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Arrive at destination
North Commercial Street
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour 21-minute drive time, departing from Bryant in the morning allows you to reach Springdale by early afternoon, leaving plenty of time to settle in. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing yourself. The longest stretch without a break is 56.4 miles on US 412, so plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly, perhaps around the halfway point. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you transition between highways like US 412 and US 65, to stay within your estimated $28 fuel budget and ensure a smooth journey.
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 93.3 miles from Bryant, AR, or about 2h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56.4 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 41 miles or 1h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 93.3 miles or 2h 18m 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 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Springdale, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bryant, 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 Bryant, AR
This is one driving day of about 186.6 miles and 4h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 miles from Bryant, 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 US 412 for about 56.4 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 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 127 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|AR 14; AR 25 / Heber Springs Road
At end of road, turn right onto AR 14; AR 25 / Heber Springs Road
Navigation decision point
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65.1 mi into trip|~1h 37m in|AR 66 / Main Street
Turn right onto AR 66 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
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65.2 mi into trip|~1h 37m in|AR 66 / Oak Street
Turn left onto AR 66 / Oak Street
Navigation decision point
4
65.4 mi into trip|~1h 37m in|US 65
Turn right onto US 65
Navigation decision point
5
127 mi into trip|~3h 8m in|US 412
Turn left onto US 412
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.18 one way
$56.36 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg65 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$30.94
$61.87
premium
$4.56
$33.49
$66.98
diesel
$5.61
$41.20
$82.40
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 65.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
56
0
$19.59
$8.96
Efficient EV
46.7
0
$16.33
$7.46
EV Truck/SUV
74.6
0
$26.12
$11.94
Gas CO2
65 kg
EV CO2
22 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 Apr 20, 2026
Origin
Bryant, AR
Late night
in Bryant on Tuesday
Local time
4:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Springdale, AR
Late night
in Springdale on Tuesday
Local time
4:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
73°F
Harrison, AR
93 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
24 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
4h 21m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive for most of this 186.6-mile route, with 72% of the journey on faster roads. You'll spend a good portion of your time on US 412, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 56.4 miles. While the main arteries like US 65 and segments of East Main Street will guide you, the overall character is one of steady progress on well-traveled routes. This isn't a winding scenic byway, but rather an efficient path connecting two points in Arkansas.
72% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 56.4 mi on US 412.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 412 and US 65. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near AR 14; AR 25 / Heber Springs Road.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 21m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (AR 14; AR 25 / Heber Springs Road): Navigation decision point; at 65.1 miles (AR 66 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 65.2 miles (AR 66 / Oak Street): Navigation decision point.
The longest stretch is about 56.4 miles on US 412. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (AR 14; AR 25 / Heber Springs Road): Navigation decision point; at 65.1 miles (AR 66 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 65.2 miles (AR 66 / Oak Street): Navigation decision point.
Possible but tiring. At 4.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Springdale, AR, but most travelers stay overnight.
