Origin
Elm Springs, AR
Morning in Elm Springs on Sunday
Local time
9:40 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Elm Springs, AR to Fayetteville, AR
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
23m
Distance
13.9 mi
22 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 21m
★
6 AM
0h 23m
8 AM
0h 27m
10 AM
0h 24m
12 PM
0h 24m
3 PM
0h 25m
5 PM
0h 27m
8 PM
0h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Elm Springs, AR
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Trip Overview
Elm Springs to Fayetteville is 13.9 miles and takes about 23 minutes via I 49, with a fuel budget near $2 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within Arkansas, moving from the Southeast region to the Southeast region. Expect a mixed drive that's easy to complete in under an hour, making it ideal for a quick transit or a brief excursion. The route is straightforward, connecting two points in the same general area without significant detours or complex navigation.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 49 | 4 mi | 4m |
| North College Avenue | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| North Maestri Road | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| West Sunset Avenue | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| West Drake Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| North Gregg Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| West Township Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| East Henri de Tonti Boulevard | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 49
— 4 mi, about 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elm Springs, AR and Fayetteville, AR.
1
Start on School Street
113 ft
·
10 sec
·
School Street
2
Turn left onto AR 112
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
South Elm Street
3
Continue on AR 112
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
North Maestri Road
4
Turn left onto US 412
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
East Henri de Tonti Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on US 412
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
West Sunset Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
Use the right lane.
7
Merge onto I 49; US 62; US 71
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
I 49; US 62; US 71
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
Exit 67A-B
Toward AR 112, US 71B North: North Fulbright Expressway
9
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Exit 67A
Toward AR 112
Use the slight left lane.
10
Turn right onto AR 112
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
AR 112
Use the straight lane.
11
Turn left onto West Drake Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Drake Street
12
Turn right onto North Gregg Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Gregg Avenue
Use the right lane.
13
Turn left onto West Township Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West Township Street
Use the left lane.
14
Turn right onto North College Avenue
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
North College Avenue
15
Turn left onto East Center Street
147 ft
·
8 sec
·
East Center Street
16
Turn right
79 ft
·
5 sec
17
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 8.6 — 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 112 / South Elm Street
Turn left onto AR 112 / South Elm Street
Navigation decision point
5
2.4 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
US 412 / East Henri de Tonti Boulevard
Turn left onto US 412 / East Henri de Tonti Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
4.2 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
8.4 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the exit toward AR 112, US 71B North: North Fulbright Expressway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 67A-B
Toward AR 112, US 71B North: North Fulbright Ex...
8
8.6 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Keep slight left at fork toward AR 112
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 67A
Toward AR 112
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.10 one way
$4.20 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $2.30 | $4.61 |
| premium | $4.56 | $2.49 | $4.99 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.07 | $6.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.46 | $0.67 |
| Efficient EV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.22 | $0.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.95 | $0.89 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Fayetteville, AR
Morning in Fayetteville on Sunday
Local time
9:40 AM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 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
23m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive features a 31% highway share, meaning you'll spend a good portion of the 13.9 miles on I 49. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 4 miles on I 49, offering a chance for steady cruising. As you transition off the interstate, expect the drive to become more of a mixed experience, incorporating local roads like North College Avenue and North Maestri Road. This blend of highway and surface streets means the feel of the drive will change, requiring you to adjust your speed and attention as you get closer to your destination.
31% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 4 mi on I 49.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. 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 112 / South Elm Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 13.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 23m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (AR 112 / South Elm Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles (US 412 / East Henri de Tonti Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 23m. Total distance: 13.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (31%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 4 miles on I 49. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Fayetteville, AR before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (AR 112 / South Elm Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles (US 412 / East Henri de Tonti Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Fayetteville, AR before heading back.
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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