Hazen to Springdale is 238.4 miles and takes about 4h 10m via I 40 and I 49, with a fuel budget near $36 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip keeps you within Arkansas, moving from the Southeast region toward the Northwest. It's a straightforward, highway-focused drive that's manageable as a single-day journey. You'll spend most of your time on major interstates, making it a practical option if you need to cover ground efficiently.
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
119.2 miles from Hazen, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 3m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 40
180.4 mi
3h 3m
I 49
46.4 mi
47m
South Thompson Street
3.3 mi
5m
US 63
2.9 mi
4m
Fulbright Expressway
2.2 mi
2m
North College Avenue
1.3 mi
2m
East South Front
0.8 mi
1m
West Johnson Avenue
0.6 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 180.4 mi, about 3h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hazen, AR and Springdale, AR.
1
Start on East North Front
55 ft·7 sec·East North Front
2
Turn left onto North Hazen Avenue
188 ft·10 sec·North Hazen Avenue
3
Turn left onto US 70
0.8 mi·1 min·East South Front
4
Turn left onto US 63
2.9 mi·4 min·US 63
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·34 sec
6
Merge onto I 40
180 mi·3 hr 3 min·I 40
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi·48 sec
Toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
8
Continue on I 49
46 mi·47 min·I 49
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto US 71B
2.2 mi·2 min·Fulbright Expressway
Exit 67BToward US 71B: Fayetteville Business DistrictUse the slight right lane.
10
Continue on US 71B
1.3 mi·2 min·North College Avenue
11
Continue on US 71B
3.3 mi·5 min·South Thompson Street
12
Turn right onto West Johnson Avenue
0.6 mi·1 min·West Johnson Avenue
13
At end of road, turn left onto North Commercial Street
119 ft·5 sec·North Commercial Street
14
Arrive at destination
North Commercial Street
Trip Plan
Given the 4h 10m estimated drive time, you can easily complete this trip in one day. Aim to depart Hazen in the morning to allow ample time for potential traffic or unscheduled stops. With only one recommended stop noted and the majority of the drive on interstates, you won't need to worry excessively about finding fuel, though it's always wise to keep an eye on your gauge, especially during the longest 180.4-mile stretch on I 40. This route is well-suited for a direct journey, so pack some snacks and enjoy the efficiency.
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 119.2 miles from Hazen, AR, or about 2h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 180.4 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 52 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 119.2 miles or 2h 3m 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 21m
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 Hazen, 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 Hazen, AR
This is one driving day of about 238.4 miles and 4h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 52 miles from Hazen, 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 180.4 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 and 231.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|North Hazen Avenue
Turn left onto North Hazen Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.8 mi into trip|~1m in|US 63
Turn left onto US 63
Navigation decision point
4
3.7 mi into trip|~5m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
3.9 mi into trip|~6m in|I 40
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
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231.1 mi into trip|~3h 57m 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
$36.00 one way
$72.01 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg83 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$39.52
$79.05
premium
$4.56
$42.79
$85.58
diesel
$5.61
$52.64
$105.27
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 83.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
71.5
0
$25.03
$11.44
Efficient EV
59.6
0
$20.86
$9.54
EV Truck/SUV
95.4
1
$33.38
$15.26
Gas CO2
83 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 20, 2026
Origin
Hazen, AR
Late night
in Hazen on Tuesday
Local time
5:25 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Springdale, AR
Late night
in Springdale on Tuesday
Local time
5:25 AM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
80°F
Delaware, AR
119 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is primarily a highway-focused drive, with 97% of it utilizing major roadways like I 40 and I 49. Expect long stretches of consistent speed, including one uninterrupted segment of 180.4 miles on I 40. The character of the drive is largely consistent, offering a predictable experience as you navigate between these key interstates. The transition to South Thompson Street marks the final approach into Springdale.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 180.4 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and I 49. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Hazen Avenue.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 10m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Hazen Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (US 63): Navigation decision point; at 3.7 miles: Navigation decision point.
The longest stretch is about 180.4 miles on I 40. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 22 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 (North Hazen Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (US 63): Navigation decision point; at 3.7 miles: Navigation decision point.
Possible but tiring. At 4.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Springdale, AR, but most travelers stay overnight.
