Connecting Harrison to Russellville is a manageable 85.4-mile journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 9 minutes. Because this is a straightforward trip, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $12 on fuel to navigate the route, which remains entirely within the Southeast region of Arkansas. You will primarily navigate via Stone Street, Wilson Avenue, and North Arkansas Avenue. This drive is best suited for travelers who prefer local roads over high-speed interstates, offering a practical way to transition between these two Arkansas towns.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
42.7 miles from Harrison, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 4m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Stone Street
56.2 mi
1h 23m
Wilson Avenue
18.2 mi
27m
North Arkansas Avenue
5 mi
8m
Market Street
4.2 mi
6m
Camp Street
0.8 mi
1m
South Pine Street
0.6 mi
<1m
West Central Avenue
0.2 mi
<1m
South Main Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Stone Street
— 56.2 mi, about 1h 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Harrison, AR and Russellville, AR.
1
Start on West Stephenson Avenue
78 ft·7 sec·West Stephenson Avenue
2
Turn right onto South Main Street
303 ft·11 sec·South Main Street
3
Turn right onto AR 7
0.2 mi·26 sec·West Central Avenue
4
Turn left onto AR 7
0.6 mi·57 sec·South Pine Street
5
Continue on AR 7
18 mi·27 min·Wilson Avenue
6
Turn left onto AR 7
56 mi·1 hr 23 min·Stone Street
7
Continue on AR 7
0.8 mi·1 min·Camp Street
8
Turn right onto AR 7
4.2 mi·6 min·Market Street
9
Continue on AR 7
5.0 mi·8 min·North Arkansas Avenue
10
Arrive at destination
AR 7
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive of just over two hours, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time. Given that there are no scheduled stops on this 85.4-mile route, make sure to handle all fueling and comfort breaks before you head out. Keep an eye on your navigation as you transition between Stone Street, Wilson Avenue, and North Arkansas Avenue to stay on track. Since the drive is entirely composed of local roads, account for potential traffic patterns that might differ from standard highway travel. Planning your departure to avoid peak local traffic hours will ensure you keep your travel time close to the 2-hour and 9-minute mark.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 42.7 miles from Harrison, AR, or about 1h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56.2 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 19 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.7 miles or 1h 4m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Russellville, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Harrison, 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 Harrison, AR
This is one driving day of about 85.4 miles and 2h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Harrison, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Stone Street for about 56.2 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 5
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 76.2 — 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|South Main Street
Turn right onto South Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|AR 7 / West Central Avenue
Turn right onto AR 7 / West Central Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.3 mi into trip|~0m in|AR 7 / South Pine Street
Turn left onto AR 7 / South Pine Street
Navigation decision point
4
19.2 mi into trip|~29m in|AR 7 / Stone Street
Turn left onto AR 7 / Stone Street
Navigation decision point
3
76.2 mi into trip|~1h 53m in|AR 7 / Market Street
Turn right onto AR 7 / Market Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.90 one way
$25.79 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg30 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$14.16
$28.32
premium
$4.56
$15.33
$30.66
diesel
$5.61
$18.86
$37.71
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
25.6
0
$8.97
$4.10
Efficient EV
21.4
0
$7.47
$3.42
EV Truck/SUV
34.2
0
$11.96
$5.47
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 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
Harrison, AR
Late night
in Harrison on Sunday
Local time
2:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Russellville, AR
Late night
in Russellville on Sunday
Local time
2:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
47°F
Lamar, AR
43 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 9m 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?
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that favors navigation over speed. With a 0% highway share, you won't be dealing with the monotony of interstate travel; instead, you will focus on maneuvering through local thoroughfares. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is 56.2 miles along Stone Street, which serves as the backbone of your journey. Because the route relies exclusively on local roads, the pace remains steady and requires your full attention behind the wheel. Expect the road character to remain consistent as you transition between the various segments of the trip.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 56.2 mi on Stone Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South Main Street.
Driving Effort1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Harrison, AR to Russellville, AR is easy. At 2h 9m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (AR 7 / West Central Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (AR 7 / South Pine Street): Navigation decision point.
The longest stretch is about 56.2 miles on Stone Street. 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: near the start (South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (AR 7 / West Central Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (AR 7 / South Pine Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Russellville, AR before heading back.
