Traveling from Corning to Springdale covers 247.5 miles across Arkansas, typically taking about 5 hours and 2 minutes of driving time. Because this route fits comfortably into a single day, you won't need to worry about booking overnight accommodations unless you prefer a slower pace. Expect to spend approximately $38 on fuel for the journey, making it a relatively budget-friendly trip. You will primarily navigate via US 412 and US 62, transitioning through the state's southeastern landscape. It is a straightforward drive that works well for those looking to reach their destination efficiently without multiple layovers.
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
123.8 miles from Corning, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 27m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 412
56.4 mi
1h 6m
US 62
53.3 mi
1h 9m
T & C Boulevard
49.9 mi
56m
West Main Street
26.5 mi
30m
West 3rd Street
20.3 mi
29m
Shield-Hopper Bypass
19.1 mi
22m
South Bettis Street
12.8 mi
14m
Shied-Hopper Bypass
5.4 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
US 412
— 56.4 mi, about 1h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Corning, AR and Springdale, AR.
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Start on US 62
0.4 mi·37 sec·West Elm Street
2
Turn right onto US 62
355 ft·13 sec·South Missouri Avenue
3
Turn left onto US 62; US 67
27 mi·30 min·West Main Street
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Continue on US 62
13 mi·14 min·South Bettis Street
5
Continue on US 62; US 63; US 412
20 mi·29 min·West 3rd Street
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Turn right onto US 62; US 412
436 ft·5 sec·US 62; US 412
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Continue on US 62; US 63; US 412
1.4 mi·1 min·US 62; US 63; US 412
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Continue on US 62; US 412
413 ft·13 sec·US 62; US 412
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Continue on US 62; US 412; US 63 Business
0.2 mi·27 sec·US 62; US 412; US 63 Business
10
Take the exit
365 ft·10 sec
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Merge onto US 62; US 412; AR 175
10 mi·11 min·US 62; US 412; AR 175
12
Continue on US 62; US 412
50 mi·56 min·T & C Boulevard
13
Turn left onto US 62; US 412
332 ft·4 sec·Shield-Hopper Highway
14
Continue on US 62; US 412
5.4 mi·6 min·Shied-Hopper Bypass
15
Continue on US 62; US 412
19 mi·22 min·Shield-Hopper Bypass
16
Turn right onto US 62; US 412
23 mi·25 min·US 62; US 412
17
At end of road, turn right onto US 62; US 65; US 412
7.2 mi·11 min·US 62; US 65; US 412
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Take the exit onto US 62; US 65; US 412
5.0 mi·7 min·US 62; US 65; US 412
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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.
21
Turn left onto US 412
56 mi·1 hr 6 min·US 412
Use the left lane.
22
Turn right onto Butterfield Coach Road
1.3 mi·2 min·Butterfield Coach Road
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Turn left onto East Emma Avenue
1.7 mi·3 min·East Emma Avenue
24
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
Since the drive is manageable within one day, aim to depart in the morning to maximize your daylight hours and avoid evening traffic near your destination. You only need to plan for one major stop to refuel and stretch your legs, which helps maintain your 5-hour drive time. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge throughout the 247.5-mile trek, as gas prices can fluctuate along the way. Because US 412 serves as a backbone for this trip, stay alert for changes in speed limits as you pass through smaller towns. Use the flexibility of this single-day itinerary to adjust your stop based on your personal comfort levels.
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 123.8 miles from Corning, AR, or about 2h 27m 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 54 miles or 1h 5m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 123.8 miles or 2h 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 7m
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 Corning, 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 Corning, AR
This is one driving day of about 247.5 miles and 5h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 54 miles from Corning, 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 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 247.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.5 mi into trip|~0m in|US 62; US 67 / West Main Street
Turn left onto US 62; US 67 / West Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
62 mi into trip|~1h 17m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
169.2 mi into trip|~3h 19m in|US 62; US 65; US 412
At end of road, turn right onto US 62; US 65; US 412
Navigation decision point
5
188 mi into trip|~3h 49m in|US 412
Turn left onto US 412
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
247.4 mi into trip|~5h 2m in|North Commercial Street
Turn right onto North Commercial Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$37.38 one way
$74.76 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg87 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$41.03
$82.06
premium
$4.56
$44.42
$88.85
diesel
$5.61
$54.64
$109.29
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$37
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 86.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
74.3
0
$25.99
$11.88
Efficient EV
61.9
0
$21.66
$9.90
EV Truck/SUV
99
1
$34.65
$15.84
Gas CO2
87 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 15, 2026
Origin
Corning, AR
Late night
in Corning on Sunday
Local time
2:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Springdale, AR
Late night
in Springdale on Sunday
Local time
2:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
5h 2m 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?
This trip offers a mixed driving profile, balancing regional highways with local stretches to keep the journey engaging. With 44% of the route spent on highways, you will encounter a blend of steady cruising and slower-paced driving. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 56.4 miles along US 412, allowing you to settle into a rhythm before encountering turnoffs or town centers. As you navigate the transition from US 412 to US 62 and T & C Boulevard, the road environment shifts to reflect the local geography. Prepare for a varied experience behind the wheel rather than a monotonous interstate grind.
44% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
25 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 route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near US 62; US 67 / West Main Street.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 2m drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (US 62; US 67 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 62 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 169.2 miles (US 62; US 65; US 412): 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.
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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (US 62; US 67 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 62 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 169.2 miles (US 62; US 65; US 412): Navigation decision point.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.0 hours each way, a round trip means 10.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Springdale, AR before the return drive.
