Origin
Gentry, AR
Late night in Gentry on Sunday
Local time
4:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gentry, 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
48m
Distance
33.8 mi
54 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 45m
★
6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 57m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 51m
3 PM
0h 52m
5 PM
0h 56m
8 PM
0h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gentry, AR
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Trip Overview
Connecting Gentry to Fayetteville is a straightforward 32.5-mile journey that typically takes about 46 minutes to complete. Because of the manageable distance, this trip is perfectly suited as a quick day outing, requiring no overnight stays. You will navigate primarily via South Collins Avenue, South Gentry Boulevard, and AR 59 as you travel through the Southeast region of Arkansas. With a total fuel cost estimated at around $4, it is an incredibly budget-friendly excursion. Whether you are heading into the city for business or leisure, the route offers a convenient link between these two communities.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 412 | 17.8 mi | 23m |
| AR 59 | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| I 49 | 4 mi | 4m |
| North College Avenue | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| South Gentry Boulevard | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| West Drake Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| South Collins Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| North Gregg Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 412
— 17.8 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gentry, AR and Fayetteville, AR.
1
Start on AR 59B
67 ft
·
6 sec
·
East Main Street
2
Turn left onto AR 59B
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Collins Avenue
3
At end of road, turn right onto AR 59
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
South Gentry Boulevard
4
Continue on AR 59
4.3 mi
·
6 min
·
AR 59
5
Continue on AR 59
421 ft
·
14 sec
·
AR 59
Use the straight lane.
6
At end of road, turn left onto US 412
18 mi
·
23 min
·
US 412
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
Use the right lane.
8
Merge onto I 49; US 62; US 71
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
I 49; US 62; US 71
Use the straight lane.
9
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
Exit 67A-B
Toward AR 112, US 71B North: North Fulbright Expressway
10
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Exit 67A
Toward AR 112
Use the slight left lane.
11
Turn right onto AR 112
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
AR 112
Use the straight lane.
12
Turn left onto West Drake Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Drake Street
13
Turn right onto North Gregg Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Gregg Avenue
Use the right lane.
14
Turn left onto West Township Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West Township Street
Use the left lane.
15
Turn right onto North College Avenue
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
North College Avenue
16
Turn left onto East Center Street
147 ft
·
8 sec
·
East Center Street
17
Turn right
79 ft
·
5 sec
18
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 33.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.9 miles from Gentry, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 145 decision points cluster between mile 6.2 and 28.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
6.2 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
US 412
At end of road, turn left onto US 412
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
24 mi into trip
|
~32m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
24.3 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
I 49; US 62; US 71
Merge onto I 49; US 62; US 71
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
28.3 mi into trip
|
~37m 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
28.4 mi into trip
|
~37m 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
$5.10 one way
$10.21 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $5.60 | $11.21 |
| premium | $4.56 | $6.07 | $12.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.46 | $14.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.1 | 0 | $3.55 | $1.62 |
| Efficient EV | 8.5 | 0 | $2.96 | $1.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.5 | 0 | $4.73 | $2.16 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Fayetteville, AR
Late night in Fayetteville on Sunday
Local time
4:59 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
48m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. Since the highway share is 0%, you won't be dealing with high-speed, multi-lane traffic. The route features no long, uninterrupted stretches, as South Collins Avenue requires your full attention throughout its length. You will find that the road surface and flow change frequently as you transition between local roads. It is an ideal path for drivers who prefer navigating local terrain over the repetitive nature of major highways.
79% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 17.8 mi on US 412.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 412 and AR 59. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.2 miles in near US 412.
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 14 decision points packed into just 33.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 48m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6.2 miles (US 412): Lane positioning matters here; at 24 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 24.3 miles (I 49; US 62; US 71): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 48m. Total distance: 33.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 17.8 miles on US 412. 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: at 6.2 miles (US 412): Lane positioning matters here; at 24 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 24.3 miles (I 49; US 62; US 71): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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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