Origin
Johnson, AR
Late night in Johnson on Tuesday
Local time
5:39 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Johnson, AR to Rogers, AR
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 24m
Distance
121.4 mi
195 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 15m
★
6 AM
2h 24m
8 AM
2h 44m
10 AM
2h 31m
12 PM
2h 29m
3 PM
2h 32m
5 PM
2h 43m
8 PM
2h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Johnson, AR
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Rogers, AR
Tima Miroshnichenko
Trip Overview
This 121.4-mile journey from Johnson to Rogers, Arkansas, is a straightforward drive that can easily be completed in a single day, taking approximately 2 hours and 24 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-49 and I-40, the route is heavily highway-focused, making it efficient for covering ground. With an estimated fuel cost of $18, this trip is budget-friendly for a day excursion within the Southeast region of Arkansas. If you're looking for a quick and uncomplicated drive between these two points, this route fits the bill perfectly.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
60.7 miles from Johnson, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 15m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 49 | 57.7 mi | 59m |
| I 40 | 42.1 mi | 42m |
| 5th Street | 6.4 mi | 11m |
| AR 197 | 6 mi | 14m |
| South 8th Street | 3.4 mi | 6m |
| North Bloomington Street | 2 mi | 3m |
| West Main Street | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Sterlin Hurley Highway | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 49
— 57.7 mi, about 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Johnson, AR and Rogers, AR.
1
Start on AR 197
6.0 mi
·
14 min
·
AR 197
2
Turn right onto AR 109
6.4 mi
·
11 min
·
5th Street
3
Continue on AR 109
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Sterlin Hurley Highway
4
Turn right onto US 64
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
6
Merge onto I 40
42 mi
·
42 min
·
I 40
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 left at fork onto I 49; US 62; US 71
11 mi
·
12 min
·
I 49; US 62; US 71
Use the straight lane.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
11
Keep slight right at fork
185 ft
·
6 sec
12
Turn right onto AR 264
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Monroe Avenue
13
Turn left onto US 71B
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
North Bloomington Street
14
Continue on US 71B
3.4 mi
·
6 min
·
South 8th Street
15
Turn right onto West Poplar Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West Poplar Street
16
Turn left onto South 3rd Street
390 ft
·
18 sec
·
South 3rd Street
17
Turn right onto West Elm Street
99 ft
·
3 sec
·
West Elm Street
18
Arrive at destination
West Elm Street
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of 2 hours and 24 minutes, this route offers plenty of flexibility for departure times. You won't need to worry about breaking up the drive, so you can leave when it suits you best. With a total of 121.4 miles, keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 57.7-mile stretch on I-49, to ensure you have enough to reach your destination without unnecessary stops. The estimated fuel cost of $18 makes it easy to budget for this short trip.
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 60.7 miles from Johnson, AR, or about 1h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 57.7 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 27 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 60.7 miles or 1h 15m 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 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Rogers, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Johnson, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Johnson, AR
This is one driving day of about 121.4 miles and 2h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Johnson, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 49 for about 57.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
61 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 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 60.7 miles from Johnson, 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 6 and 121.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
6 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
AR 109 / 5th Street
Turn right onto AR 109 / 5th Street
Navigation decision point
4
13.1 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
US 64 / West Main Street
Turn right onto US 64 / West Main Street
Navigation decision point
6
103.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 59m in
|
I 49; US 62; US 71
Keep slight left at fork onto I 49; US 62; US 71
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
114.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 12m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
121.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 24m in
|
West Elm Street
Turn right onto West Elm Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.33 one way
$36.67 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
43 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $20.13 | $40.25 |
| premium | $4.56 | $21.79 | $43.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.80 | $53.61 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36.4 | 0 | $12.75 | $5.83 |
| Efficient EV | 30.4 | 0 | $10.62 | $4.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 48.6 | 0 | $17.00 | $7.77 |
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Rogers, AR
Late night in Rogers on Tuesday
Local time
5:39 AM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
75°F
Alma, AR
61 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
5 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
2h 24m 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 drive that is predominantly on the interstate, with 87% of the route featuring highway travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 57.7 miles on I-49. This highway-focused profile suggests a consistent pace, allowing you to maintain speed for much of the trip. While primarily interstate, you will navigate sections of 5th Street, indicating a shift in road type as you approach your destination.
87% 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: 57.7 mi on I 49.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 49 and I 40. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 6 miles in near AR 109 / 5th Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 24m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6 miles (AR 109 / 5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 13.1 miles (US 64 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 103.2 miles (I 49; US 62; US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 24m. Total distance: 121.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 57.7 miles on I 49. 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 6 miles (AR 109 / 5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 13.1 miles (US 64 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 103.2 miles (I 49; US 62; US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Rogers, 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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