Origin
Dierks, AR
Morning in Dierks on Tuesday
Local time
8:23 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dierks, AR to Springdale, AR
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 10m
Distance
204.7 mi
329 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$31
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 57m
★
6 AM
4h 10m
8 AM
4h 36m
10 AM
4h 19m
12 PM
4h 17m
3 PM
4h 21m
5 PM
4h 35m
8 PM
4h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dierks, AR
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Springdale, AR
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Trip Overview
Dierks, AR to Springdale, AR is 204.7 miles and takes about 4h 10m via US 71 and I 49, with a fuel budget near $31 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This journey stays within Arkansas, taking you from the Southeast region to a different part of the same region. Expect a drive that's predominantly on highways, making it a straightforward trip if you're looking for efficiency. With a recommended one-day duration, you can easily complete this route without needing an overnight stay, leaving you with more time to explore your destination.
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
102.3 miles from Dierks, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 11m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 71 | 86.5 mi | 1h 42m |
| I 49 | 46.4 mi | 47m |
| US 59 | 31.7 mi | 37m |
| US 278 | 28.9 mi | 42m |
| South Thompson Street | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| Main Avenue | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| Fulbright Expressway | 2.2 mi | 2m |
| North College Avenue | 1.3 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US 71
— 86.5 mi, about 1h 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dierks, AR and Springdale, AR.
1
Start on East 3rd Street
102 ft
·
6 sec
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East 3rd Street
2
Turn right onto US 70
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Main Avenue
3
Turn left onto US 278
29 mi
·
42 min
·
US 278
4
Turn right onto US 59; US 71
32 mi
·
37 min
·
US 59; US 71
5
Continue on US 71; US 270
70 mi
·
1 hr 23 min
·
US 71; US 270
6
Take the exit onto US 71
12 mi
·
14 min
·
US 71
Toward 540 North
7
Keep slight right at fork onto US 71
4.6 mi
·
4 min
·
US 71
Toward I 40 East: Little Rock, Memphis
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on I 49
46 mi
·
47 min
·
I 49
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto US 71B
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Fulbright Expressway
Exit 67B
Toward US 71B: Fayetteville Business District
Use the slight right lane.
11
Continue on US 71B
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
North College Avenue
12
Continue on US 71B
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
South Thompson Street
13
Turn right onto West Johnson Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Johnson Avenue
14
At end of road, turn left onto North Commercial Street
119 ft
·
5 sec
·
North Commercial Street
15
Arrive at destination
North Commercial Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable drive of just over 4 hours, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience. Leaving in the morning allows ample time to reach Springdale, AR, with daylight to spare. Consider planning your fuel stops in advance, especially before embarking on the longest stretch of 86.5 miles on US 71, to ensure you don't have to search for a station. With only one recommended stop, you can easily make it a direct trip or add a brief pause for a quick break or to stretch your legs.
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 102.3 miles from Dierks, AR, or about 2h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 86.5 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 45 miles or 1h 3m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 102.3 miles or 2h 11m 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 26m
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 Dierks, 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 Dierks, AR
This is one driving day of about 204.7 miles and 4h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 miles from Dierks, 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 71 for about 86.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
102 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 45 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 102.3 miles from Dierks, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 71 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 86.5 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 197.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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US 70 / Main Avenue
Turn right onto US 70 / Main Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
3.2 mi into trip
|
~4m in
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US 278
Turn left onto US 278
Navigation decision point
8
145.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 3m in
|
US 71
Keep slight right at fork onto US 71 toward I 40 East: Little Rock, Memphis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 40 East: Little Rock, Memphis
6
150.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 8m in
Take the exit toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
8
197.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 56m 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
$30.91 one way
$61.83 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
72 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $33.94 | $67.87 |
| premium | $4.56 | $36.74 | $73.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $45.20 | $90.39 |
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: 71.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 61.4 | 0 | $21.49 | $9.83 |
| Efficient EV | 51.2 | 0 | $17.91 | $8.19 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 81.9 | 1 | $28.66 | $13.10 |
Gas CO2
72 kg
EV CO2
24 kg (67% 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.
Destination
Springdale, AR
Morning in Springdale on Tuesday
Local time
8:23 AM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
78°F
Booneville, AR
102 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
25 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 10m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 96% of the route utilizing major roads like US 71 and I 49. You'll encounter a significant uninterrupted stretch of 86.5 miles on US 71, offering a consistent pace for a good portion of the journey. The character of the drive is largely defined by these well-maintained highways, suggesting a smooth and relatively fast travel experience. While primarily highway, be aware that you'll be navigating these main arteries for almost the entire 204.7 miles.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 86.5 mi on US 71.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 71 and I 49. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 70 / Main Avenue.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 204.7 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start (US 70 / Main Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 3.2 miles (US 278): Navigation decision point; at 145.7 miles (US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Dierks, AR to Springdale, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Memphis along the way.
Memphis
145.7 mi in
|
~3h 3m
|
via US 71
About the Cities
Arriving in Springdale, AR
Full guide →Founded 1838
Springdale is in the Ozarks region of Northwest Arkansas.
Top landmarks
- • Shiloh Museum of Ozark History — history museum in Springdale, Arkansas
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 10m. Total distance: 204.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 86.5 miles on US 71. 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: near the start (US 70 / Main Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 3.2 miles (US 278): Navigation decision point; at 145.7 miles (US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 4.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Springdale, AR, but most travelers stay overnight.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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