Spanning 160.1 miles across Arkansas, this trip from Greenwood to Sherwood typically takes about 2 hours and 18 minutes. It is a straightforward journey that fits perfectly into a single day, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $22 on fuel for the total distance, making it a budget-friendly option for your schedule. Since both locations are situated within the Southeast region, you will remain in a familiar geographic area for the duration of your travel. This route is an ideal choice if you want to reach your destination efficiently without the complexity of a multi-day itinerary.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
78.7 miles from Greenwood, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 19m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 40
152.5 mi
2h 33m
John F Kennedy Boulevard
3.6 mi
6m
Sherwood Avenue
0.3 mi
<1m
Country Club Road
0.2 mi
<1m
Wildwood Avenue
0.2 mi
<1m
North Hills Boulevard
<0.1 mi
<1m
I- 40 Access Road
<0.1 mi
<1m
Dora Road
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 152.5 mi, about 2h 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Greenwood, AR and Sherwood, AR.
1
Start on Dora Road
300 ft·8 sec·Dora Road
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·27 sec
Toward I 40 East: Fort Smith
3
Merge onto I 40
152 mi·2 hr 33 min·I 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.1 mi·16 sec
Use the right lane.
5
Continue on I- 40 Access Road
368 ft·7 sec·I- 40 Access Road
6
At end of road, turn left onto AR 107
0.4 mi·49 sec·John F Kennedy Boulevard
7
Continue on AR 107
3.2 mi·5 min·John F Kennedy Boulevard
8
Turn right onto North Hills Boulevard
480 ft·17 sec·North Hills Boulevard
9
Turn left onto Country Club Road
0.2 mi·36 sec·Country Club Road
10
Turn right onto Sherwood Avenue
0.3 mi·47 sec·Sherwood Avenue
11
Turn left onto Wildwood Avenue
0.2 mi·30 sec·Wildwood Avenue
12
Turn left onto South Fairway Avenue
181 ft·7 sec·South Fairway Avenue
13
Arrive at destination
South Fairway Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 2 hour and 18 minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time around local traffic patterns. Since there are no designated stops included in the data, it is wise to map out your own rest points if you prefer to break up the drive. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of this route means your travel time could fluctuate depending on how often you pull over. To stay on budget, ensure you have your $22 fuel allowance ready before you head out. A helpful tip for this specific route is to prioritize your GPS navigation settings for local roads, as you will be spending your time on surface streets rather than long, straight interstate corridors.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 78.7 miles from Greenwood, AR, or about 1h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 152.5 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 35 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 78.7 miles or 1h 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sherwood, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Greenwood, 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 Greenwood, AR
This is one driving day of about 157.4 miles and 2h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 35 miles from Greenwood, 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 I 40 for about 152.5 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 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 157.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in
Take the ramp toward I 40 East: Fort Smith
Navigation decision point
Toward I 40 East: Fort Smith
5
0.3 mi into trip|~0m in|I 40
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
152.7 mi into trip|~2h 33m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
156.9 mi into trip|~2h 41m in|Sherwood Avenue
Turn right onto Sherwood Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
157.3 mi into trip|~2h 43m in|South Fairway Avenue
Turn left onto South Fairway Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.77 one way
$47.54 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg55 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$26.09
$52.19
premium
$4.56
$28.25
$56.50
diesel
$5.61
$34.75
$69.50
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 55.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
47.2
0
$16.53
$7.56
Efficient EV
39.4
0
$13.77
$6.30
EV Truck/SUV
63
0
$22.04
$10.07
Gas CO2
55 kg
EV CO2
18 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Greenwood, AR
Late night
in Greenwood on Sunday
Local time
5:36 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Sherwood, AR
Late night
in Sherwood on Sunday
Local time
5:36 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 43m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route emphasizes local navigation over high-speed highway miles. You will navigate through varied road conditions, including stretches of John F. Kennedy Boulevard, which demand more attention than a standard freeway trek. Because the highway share is 0%, your time behind the wheel will be spent managing local traffic patterns and intersections. The longest stretch on I-40 East is 0 miles, confirming that this path prioritizes local connectivity over long, uninterrupted highway segments. Prepare for a more hands-on driving experience that requires focus on the road ahead.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 152.5 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and John F Kennedy Boulevard. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Greenwood, AR to Sherwood, AR is easy. At 2h 43m with 97% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 152.7 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 2h 43m. Total distance: 157.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 152.5 miles on I 40. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: at 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 152.7 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 Sherwood, AR before heading back.
