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Trip from Highland, AR to Springdale, AR

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 43m

Distance

181.2 mi

292 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$27

one way

EV Charging

Sparse

1 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min
4 AM
3h 31m ★
6 AM
3h 44m
8 AM
4h 9m
10 AM
3h 53m
12 PM
3h 50m
3 PM
3h 54m
5 PM
4h 8m
8 PM
3h 36m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Highland, AR, AR

Highland, AR

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city in Washington County, Arkansas, United States

Springdale, AR

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Trip Overview

This 181.2-mile journey from Highland, Arkansas to Springdale, Arkansas is a manageable one-day drive, taking approximately 3 hours and 43 minutes. You'll primarily navigate US 412 and US 62, with a portion on T & C Boulevard, making for a mixed driving experience. With a projected fuel cost of around $27, this route is budget-friendly for a single day trip. The drive stays within the Southeast region of Arkansas, offering a consistent regional feel throughout. It's a straightforward trip that doesn't necessitate an overnight stay, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.

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

90.6 miles from Highland, AR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 46m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 412 56.4 mi 1h 6m
T & C Boulevard 49.9 mi 56m
US 62 46 mi 1h
Shield-Hopper Bypass 19.1 mi 22m
Shied-Hopper Bypass 5.4 mi 6m
East Emma Avenue 1.7 mi 3m
Butterfield Coach Road 1.3 mi 2m
Ridgecrest Drive 0.9 mi 3m
Longest stretch: US 412 — 56.4 mi, about 1h 6m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Highland, AR and Springdale, AR.

1

Start on West Lakeshore Drive

415 ft · 18 sec · West Lakeshore Drive
2

Turn right onto Timberlane Drive

418 ft · 18 sec · Timberlane Drive
3

Turn left onto Ridgecrest Drive

0.3 mi · 1 min · Ridgecrest Drive
4

Continue on Ridgecrest Drive

0.5 mi · 2 min · Ridgecrest Drive
5

At end of road, turn left onto Rebel Drive

0.2 mi · 43 sec · Rebel Drive
6

Turn right onto US 62; US 412

4.6 mi · 5 min · US 62; US 412
7

Continue on US 62; US 412

50 mi · 56 min · T & C Boulevard
8

Turn left onto US 62; US 412

332 ft · 4 sec · Shield-Hopper Highway
9

Continue on US 62; US 412

5.4 mi · 6 min · Shied-Hopper Bypass
10

Continue on US 62; US 412

19 mi · 22 min · Shield-Hopper Bypass
11

Turn right onto US 62; US 412

23 mi · 25 min · US 62; US 412
12

At end of road, turn right onto US 62; US 65; US 412

7.2 mi · 11 min · US 62; US 65; US 412
13

Take the exit onto US 62; US 65; US 412

5.0 mi · 7 min · US 62; US 65; US 412
14

Take the exit onto US 62; US 412

6.1 mi · 8 min · US 62; US 412
15

Continue on US 62; US 412

0.5 mi · 1 min · US 62; US 412
Use the straight / left lanes.
16

Turn left onto US 412

56 mi · 1 hr 6 min · US 412
Use the left lane.
17

Turn right onto Butterfield Coach Road

1.3 mi · 2 min · Butterfield Coach Road
18

Turn left onto East Emma Avenue

1.7 mi · 3 min · East Emma Avenue
19

Turn right onto North Commercial Street

0.1 mi · 28 sec · North Commercial Street
20

Arrive at destination

North Commercial Street

Trip Plan

Given the 3-hour and 43-minute duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day adventure. Leaving in the morning will give you ample time to reach Springdale without feeling rushed, and you'll only need to plan for one stop. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the 56.4-mile stretch on US 412, as services might be less frequent there. The $27 fuel cost is a good estimate, but it's always wise to have a little extra for unexpected detours or increased usage. This drive's manageable length means you have the flexibility to stop whenever you feel the need.

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 90.6 miles from Highland, AR, or about 1h 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56.4 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 40 miles or 49m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 90.6 miles or 1h 46m 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 2m

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 Highland, 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 Highland, AR

This is one driving day of about 181.2 miles and 3h 43m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 40 miles from Highland, 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 US 412 for about 56.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Arkansas, USA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Yellville, AR

91 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.

Popular next leg

Yellville, AR to Springdale, AR

101.1 mi · 2h 8m

Pacing Suggestions

Calico Rock, AR

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Yellville, AR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 90.6 miles from Highland, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Fred's Fish House

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Mountain Home, Arkansas

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour Moderately mile 51.8

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18704925441

Visit website

Carol's Lakeview Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Cherokee Village, Arkansas

1.8 mi

Gallegos La Hacienda Mexican Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Huntsville, Arkansas

2 mi

Fred's Fish House

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour Moderately mile 51.8

Mountain Home, Arkansas

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18704925441

Visit website

Carol's Lakeview Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Cherokee Village, Arkansas

Hours: 8 am–7 pm

+18702573595

Gallegos La Hacienda Mexican Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 155.3

Huntsville, Arkansas

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+14797382000

Visit website

Garibaldi Mexican Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 155.3

Huntsville, Arkansas

Hours: 11 am–8:30 pm

+14797381266

Visit website

Sonic Drive-In

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 25.9

Salem, Arkansas

Hours: 6:30 am–10 pm

+18708952226

Visit website

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 51.8

Mountain Home, Arkansas

Hours: 10:30 am–11 pm

+18704924420

Visit website

Fujiyama Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 64.7

Mountain Home, Arkansas

Hours: 11 am–2:30 pm

+18704240105

Visit website

Jamie's Local Flavor

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 116.5

Harrison, Arkansas

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+18703650421

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 64.7

Mountain Home, Arkansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 11

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 121.7 — 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 | Timberlane Drive

Turn right onto Timberlane Drive

Navigation decision point

4
1 mi into trip | ~4m in | Rebel Drive

At end of road, turn left onto Rebel Drive

Navigation decision point

4
1.2 mi into trip | ~4m in | US 62; US 412

Turn right onto US 62; US 412

Navigation decision point

5
102.9 mi into trip | ~2h in | US 62; US 65; US 412

At end of road, turn right onto US 62; US 65; US 412

Navigation decision point

5
121.7 mi into trip | ~2h 30m in | US 412

Turn left onto US 412

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$27.37 one way

$54.73 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 63 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.21 $30.04 $60.08
premium $4.56 $32.52 $65.05
diesel $5.61 $40.01 $80.01

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$27

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$52–$77

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 63.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 54.4 0 $19.03 $8.70
Efficient EV 45.3 0 $15.85 $7.25
EV Truck/SUV 72.5 0 $25.37 $11.60

Gas CO2

63 kg

EV CO2

21 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

Highland, AR

Late night in Highland on Sunday

Local time

2:48 AM

CDT

Current temp

76°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Springdale, AR

Late night in Springdale on Sunday

Local time

2:48 AM

CDT

Current temp

73°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

3 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

3h 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a mixed drive on this route, with 56% of the journey on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 56.4 miles on US 412, offering a good period of steady travel. While not exclusively a highway experience, the significant highway share suggests periods of faster, more direct driving interspersed with stretches on local roads like US 62 and T & C Boulevard. This variation means you'll experience different driving conditions as you progress from Highland to Springdale.

56% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 56.4 mi on US 412.

How Hard Is This Drive?

2/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Timberlane Drive.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Highland, AR to Springdale, AR is easy. At 3h 43m with 56% 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 (Timberlane Drive): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (Rebel Drive): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (US 62; US 412): Navigation decision point.

About the Cities

Arriving in Springdale, AR

Full guide →

Springdale is in the Ozarks region of Northwest Arkansas.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 43m. Total distance: 181.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 43m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (56%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 56.4 miles on US 412. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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 (Timberlane Drive): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (Rebel Drive): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (US 62; US 412): Navigation decision point.

Possible but tiring. At 3.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Springdale, AR, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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