Crossett, AR to Springdale, AR is 329.2 miles and takes about 5h 56m via US 65 and I 49, with a fuel budget near $50 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip takes you from the Southeast region of Arkansas to its northwestern part, primarily on highways. With an 87% highway share, expect a fairly direct and efficient journey. This route is well-suited for a single-day drive, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. Consider this drive if you're looking for a straightforward way to cover ground within Arkansas.
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
164.6 miles from Crossett, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 3m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 65
141 mi
2h 22m
I 49
46.4 mi
47m
US 425
41.4 mi
49m
Wiley A Branton Sr Highway
26.9 mi
28m
Highway 530
23.4 mi
27m
I 530
16.8 mi
16m
US 82
10.3 mi
12m
Unity Road
7.8 mi
8m
Longest stretch:
US 65
— 141 mi, about 2h 22m
Traffic on I-530
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 4 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~881 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,083
Quietest
2 AM
~65 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
13.6×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 15 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Crossett, AR and Springdale, AR.
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Start on AR 133
0.5 mi·57 sec·Main Street
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At end of road, turn right onto US 82; AR 133
0.5 mi·36 sec·East 1st Avenue
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Continue on US 82
7.8 mi·8 min·Unity Road
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Turn left onto US 82; US 425
10 mi·12 min·US 82; US 425
5
Continue on US 425; AR 8
41 mi·49 min·US 425; AR 8
6
Turn left onto AR 11
1.7 mi·1 min·Highway 11
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Turn right onto AR 530
23 mi·27 min·Highway 530
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·38 sec
Toward I 530 North, US 65 North
9
Merge onto I 530; US 63; US 65; US 79
27 mi·28 min·Wiley A Branton Sr Highway
10
Continue on I 530; US 65
17 mi·16 min·I 530; US 65
11
Continue on I 30; US 65; US 67; US 167
4.2 mi·5 min·I 30; US 65; US 67; US 167
12
Keep slight left at fork onto US 65
0.3 mi·35 sec·US 65
Exit 143AToward I 40 West, US 65 North, AR 107 North: Conway, Fort Smith
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Keep slight left at fork onto US 65
141 mi·2 hr 22 min·US 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi·48 sec
Toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
15
Continue on I 49
46 mi·47 min·I 49
Use the slight right lane.
16
Keep slight right at fork onto US 71B
2.2 mi·2 min·Fulbright Expressway
Exit 67BToward US 71B: Fayetteville Business DistrictUse the slight right lane.
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Continue on US 71B
1.3 mi·2 min·North College Avenue
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Continue on US 71B
3.3 mi·5 min·South Thompson Street
19
Turn right onto West Johnson Avenue
0.6 mi·1 min·West Johnson Avenue
20
At end of road, turn left onto North Commercial Street
119 ft·5 sec·North Commercial Street
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Arrive at destination
North Commercial Street
Trip Plan
For this 5h 56m drive, leaving in the morning is your best bet to ensure you arrive with plenty of daylight. Since it's a single-day trip covering 329.2 miles, you'll want to plan for one stop to stretch your legs and refuel. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 141-mile stretch on US 65, as services might be less frequent. The estimated fuel cost is around $50, so budget accordingly. This route is straightforward enough that you can be quite flexible with your departure time.
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 164.6 miles from Crossett, AR, or about 3h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 141 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 72 miles or 1h 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 164.6 miles or 3h 3m 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 49m
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 Crossett, 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 Crossett, AR
This is one driving day of about 329.2 miles and 5h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 72 miles from Crossett, 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 65 for about 141 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 321.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.5 mi into trip|~0m in|US 82; AR 133 / East 1st Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto US 82; AR 133 / East 1st Avenue
Navigation decision point
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85.6 mi into trip|~1h 41m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 530 North, US 65 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 530 North, US 65 North
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134.1 mi into trip|~2h 32m in|US 65
Keep slight left at fork onto US 65 toward I 40 West, US 65 North, AR 107 North: Conway, Fort Smith
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 143A
Toward I 40 West, US 65 North, AR 107 North: Co...
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134.4 mi into trip|~2h 32m in|US 65
Keep slight left at fork onto US 65
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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321.8 mi into trip|~5h 43m in|US 71B / Fulbright Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 71B / Fulbright Expressway toward US 71B: Fayetteville Business District
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 67B
Toward US 71B: Fayetteville Business District
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$45.70 one way
$91.40 round trip
$3.53/gal25.4 MPG avg115 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$3.95
$51.13
$102.26
premium
$4.29
$55.59
$111.18
diesel
$4.80
$62.16
$124.32
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$46
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$71–$96
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 115.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $35 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
98.8
1
$34.57
$15.80
Efficient EV
82.3
0
$28.81
$13.17
EV Truck/SUV
131.7
1
$46.09
$21.07
Gas CO2
115 kg
EV CO2
39 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 Jul 17, 2026
Origin
Crossett, AR
Evening
in Crossett on Saturday
Local time
8:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
93°F
Mostly Sunny
WSW 0 to 5 mph1% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Springdale, AR
Evening
in Springdale on Saturday
Local time
8:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
89°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 5 to 10 mph19% chanceLive 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 56m 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 route is largely a highway-focused drive, with 87% of it utilizing major roadways like US 65 and I 49. You'll experience long stretches of efficient travel, including one segment of 141 miles on US 65 where you can maintain a steady pace. The overall character is one of moving through the landscape rather than lingering on particular sights. Expect a consistent driving experience that prioritizes getting you from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 141 mi on US 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 65 and I 49. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near US 82; AR 133 / East 1st Avenue.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 329.2 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (US 82; AR 133 / East 1st Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 85.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 134.1 miles (US 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,595 ft168 ft
Total Climb
1,493 ft
Total Descent
336 ft
Highest Point
1,595 ft
~305.7 mi in
Elevation Range
1,428 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Crossett, AR to Springdale, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Smith along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 56m. Total distance: 329.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 141 miles on US 65. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 16 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 Springdale, 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 16 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (US 82; AR 133 / East 1st Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 85.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 134.1 miles (US 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.9 hours each way, a round trip means 11.9 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.
