This 300.4-mile journey from Marianna to Rogers, Arkansas, is best tackled in a single day, taking approximately 4 hours and 47 minutes of driving time. You'll primarily navigate on Highway 78 and I-49 North, with a significant portion of the drive involving turns, so keep your attention sharp. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $46. This route stays within the Southeast region of Arkansas. Given its manageable duration, it's a straightforward day trip, allowing for flexibility in your departure time and rest stops.
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
150.1 miles from Marianna, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 49m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 40
208.2 mi
3h 30m
I 49
57.7 mi
59m
State Highway 78
14.9 mi
26m
US 79
8.9 mi
13m
South 8th Street
3.4 mi
6m
East Chestnut Street
2.9 mi
4m
North Bloomington Street
2 mi
3m
West Monroe Avenue
0.6 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 208.2 mi, about 3h 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marianna, AR and Rogers, AR.
1
Start on North Poplar Street
295 ft·13 sec·North Poplar Street
2
Turn left onto East Chestnut Street
2.9 mi·4 min·East Chestnut Street
3
Continue on US 79
8.9 mi·13 min·US 79
4
Turn right onto AR 78
4.9 mi·8 min·State Highway 78
5
Continue on AR 78
10 mi·17 min·State Highway 78
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·35 sec
7
Merge onto I 40
208 mi·3 hr 30 min·I 40
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi·48 sec
Toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
9
Continue on I 49
46 mi·47 min·I 49
Use the slight right lane.
10
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.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi·34 sec
12
Keep slight right at fork
185 ft·6 sec
13
Turn right onto AR 264
0.6 mi·1 min·West Monroe Avenue
14
Turn left onto US 71B
2.0 mi·3 min·North Bloomington Street
15
Continue on US 71B
3.4 mi·6 min·South 8th Street
16
Turn right onto West Poplar Street
0.4 mi·1 min·West Poplar Street
17
Turn left onto South 3rd Street
390 ft·18 sec·South 3rd Street
18
Turn right onto West Elm Street
99 ft·3 sec·West Elm Street
19
Arrive at destination
West Elm Street
Trip Plan
Since this trip is a feasible 4-hour and 47-minute drive, you have the advantage of flexibility. You can depart Marianna early to maximize your time in Rogers, or leave later to avoid morning traffic. With one stop recommended, plan a break around the halfway point to stretch your legs and refuel. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost of $46 suggests a moderate consumption for the 300.4 miles. The turn-heavy nature of this route means paying close attention to navigation is key, especially as you transition between Highway 78 and I-49 North.
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 150.1 miles from Marianna, AR, or about 2h 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 208.2 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 66 miles or 1h 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 150.1 miles or 2h 49m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Rogers, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Marianna, 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 Marianna, AR
This is one driving day of about 300.2 miles and 5h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 66 miles from Marianna, 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 208.2 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 26.8 and 300.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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26.8 mi into trip|~44m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
27.1 mi into trip|~45m in|I 40
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
282 mi into trip|~5h 4m 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
293.7 mi into trip|~5h 17m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
300.2 mi into trip|~5h 29m in|West Elm Street
Turn right onto West Elm Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$45.34 one way
$90.67 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg105 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$49.77
$99.54
premium
$4.56
$53.88
$107.76
diesel
$5.61
$66.28
$132.56
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$45
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$70–$95
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 105 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
90.1
1
$31.52
$14.41
Efficient EV
75.1
0
$26.27
$12.01
EV Truck/SUV
120.1
1
$42.03
$19.21
Gas CO2
105 kg
EV CO2
35 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Marianna, AR
Evening
in Marianna on Saturday
Local time
8:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Rogers, AR
Evening
in Rogers on Saturday
Local time
8:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
79°F
Delaware, AR
150 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
5h 29m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for much of this 300.4-mile route, as indicated by the 0% highway share. While the specific roads you'll be on are East Chestnut Street and Highway 78 before transitioning to I-49 North, the overall profile suggests frequent changes in direction rather than long, uninterrupted stretches. This means you'll be more engaged with the driving, making it a good choice if you prefer to feel connected to the road and its surroundings throughout the 4-hour and 47-minute journey.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 208.2 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and I 49. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 26.8 miles in.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 300.2 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 26.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 27.1 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 282 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 5h 29m. Total distance: 300.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 208.2 miles on I 40. 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.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 26.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 27.1 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 282 miles (I 49; US 62; US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.5 hours each way, a round trip means 11.0 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Rogers, AR before the return drive.
