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Trip from Marmaduke, AR to Fayetteville, AR

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

Drive Time

5h 39m

Distance

264.4 mi

425 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$40

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
5h 26m ★
6 AM
5h 40m
8 AM
6h 6m
10 AM
5h 49m
12 PM
5h 46m
3 PM
5h 50m
5 PM
6h 5m
8 PM
5h 32m

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

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Downtown Marmaduke, AR, AR

Marmaduke, AR

Andrea Piacquadio

Trip Overview

This 264.4-mile journey from Marmaduke, AR, to Fayetteville, AR, will take approximately 5 hours and 39 minutes of driving time. It's a manageable one-day trip, so you can easily tackle it without an overnight stay. The route primarily utilizes US 62 and US 412, with a significant portion on these main roads, making up 58% of the drive. Expect a fuel cost of around $40 for this trip. Given that both your origin and destination are within the Southeast region, you'll experience a consistent regional feel throughout your drive.

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

132.2 miles from Marmaduke, AR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 49m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 62 53.3 mi 1h 9m
T & C Boulevard 49.9 mi 56m
US 412 40.2 mi 46m
US 63 33.4 mi 47m
West Kings Highway 26.8 mi 32m
Shield-Hopper Bypass 19.1 mi 22m
AR 45 18.9 mi 30m
US 49 8 mi 11m
Longest stretch: US 62 — 53.3 mi, about 1h 9m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Marmaduke, AR and Fayetteville, AR.

1

Start on North 1st Street

39 ft · 3 sec · North 1st Street
2

Turn right onto AR 34

516 ft · 13 sec · State Highway 34
3

Enter roundabout onto US 49; AR 1

147 ft · 2 sec · East Franklin Street
4

Continue on US 49; AR 1

3.5 mi · 5 min · East Franklin Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
5

Continue on US 49; AR 1

3.5 mi · 5 min · US 49; AR 1
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
6

Continue on US 49; AR 1

0.3 mi · 22 sec · US 49; AR 1
Use the straight / left lanes.
7

Continue on US 49; AR 1

0.9 mi · 1 min · US 49; AR 1
Use the straight / right lanes.
8

Continue on US 49; AR 1

2.0 mi · 2 min · US 49; AR 1
Use the straight / left lanes.
9

Continue on US 49; AR 1

0.9 mi · 1 min · US 49; AR 1
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
10

Continue on US 49; AR 1

0.5 mi · 44 sec · US 49; AR 1
Use the straight lane.
11

Turn right onto US 49Y

0.4 mi · 41 sec · West Court Street
12

Turn right onto US 412B

27 mi · 32 min · West Kings Highway
13

Continue on US 412B

3.9 mi · 5 min · Portia Road
14

At end of road, turn right onto US 63; US 412

33 mi · 47 min · US 63; US 412
15

Turn right onto US 62; US 412

436 ft · 5 sec · US 62; US 412
16

Continue on US 62; US 63; US 412

1.4 mi · 1 min · US 62; US 63; US 412
17

Continue on US 62; US 412

413 ft · 13 sec · US 62; US 412
18

Continue on US 62; US 412; US 63 Business

0.2 mi · 27 sec · US 62; US 412; US 63 Business
19

Take the exit

365 ft · 10 sec
20

Merge onto US 62; US 412; AR 175

10 mi · 11 min · US 62; US 412; AR 175
21

Continue on US 62; US 412

50 mi · 56 min · T & C Boulevard
22

Turn left onto US 62; US 412

332 ft · 4 sec · Shield-Hopper Highway
23

Continue on US 62; US 412

5.4 mi · 6 min · Shied-Hopper Bypass
24

Continue on US 62; US 412

19 mi · 22 min · Shield-Hopper Bypass
25

Turn right onto US 62; US 412

23 mi · 25 min · US 62; US 412
26

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

7.2 mi · 11 min · US 62; US 65; US 412
27

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

5.0 mi · 7 min · US 62; US 65; US 412
28

Take the exit onto US 62; US 412

6.1 mi · 8 min · US 62; US 412
29

Continue on US 62; US 412

0.5 mi · 1 min · US 62; US 412
Use the straight / left lanes.
30

Turn left onto US 412

40 mi · 46 min · US 412
Use the left lane.
31

Turn left onto US 412B

0.5 mi · 54 sec · US 412B
32

Turn slight left onto AR 45

19 mi · 30 min · AR 45
33

At end of road, turn right onto AR 45

0.4 mi · 1 min · East Lafayette Street
34

Turn left onto North College Avenue

0.4 mi · 1 min · North College Avenue
Use the left lane.
35

Turn left onto East Center Street

147 ft · 8 sec · East Center Street
36

Turn right

79 ft · 5 sec
37

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

For this 5-hour, 39-minute drive, starting in the morning will give you ample time to reach Fayetteville without feeling rushed. With only one recommended stop, consider planning it around the halfway point to stretch your legs and refuel. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longest stretch of 53.3 miles on US 62, as services might be less frequent. A fuel budget of $40 should cover your needs, but it's always wise to have a little extra. Since this is a single-day trip, you have the flexibility to depart at your leisure, but an early start maximizes your daylight hours.

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 132.2 miles from Marmaduke, AR, or about 2h 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 53.3 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 58 miles or 1h 18m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 132.2 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 34m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fayetteville, AR than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Marmaduke, 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 Marmaduke, AR

This is one driving day of about 264.4 miles and 5h 39m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 58 miles from Marmaduke, 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 62 for about 53.3 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Bull Shoals, AR, AR

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Bull Shoals, AR

132 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

Ash Flat, AR

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 58 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Calico Rock, AR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 132.2 miles from Marmaduke, 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

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour Moderately mile 132.2

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18704925441

Visit website

Fred's Fish House

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour Moderately mile 132.2

Mountain Home, Arkansas

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18704925441

Visit website

Taco Bell

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 188.8

Harrison, Arkansas

Hours: 9 am–3 pm

+18707418704

Visit website

Jamie's Local Flavor

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 188.8

Harrison, Arkansas

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+18703650421

Visit website

Carol's Lakeview Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 75.5

Cherokee Village, Arkansas

Hours: 8 am–7 pm

+18702573595

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 18

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 263.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | AR 34 / State Highway 34

Turn right onto AR 34 / State Highway 34

Navigation decision point

6
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 49; AR 1 / East Franklin Street

Enter roundabout onto US 49; AR 1 / East Franklin Street

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

5
185.1 mi into trip | ~3h 49m in | US 62; US 65; US 412

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

Navigation decision point

5
203.9 mi into trip | ~4h 19m in | US 412

Turn left onto US 412

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
6
263.9 mi into trip | ~5h 38m in | North College Avenue

Turn left onto North College Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$39.93 one way

$79.86 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 93 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.21 $43.83 $87.67
premium $4.56 $47.46 $94.91
diesel $5.61 $58.38 $116.75

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$40

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$65–$90

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 92.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 79.3 0 $27.76 $12.69
Efficient EV 66.1 0 $23.13 $10.58
EV Truck/SUV 105.8 1 $37.02 $16.92

Gas CO2

93 kg

EV CO2

31 kg (67% 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 15, 2026

Origin

Marmaduke, AR

Night in Marmaduke on Saturday

Local time

11:41 PM

CDT

Current temp

76°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Fayetteville, AR

Night in Fayetteville on Saturday

Local time

11:41 PM

CDT

Current temp

72°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

4 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 39m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

This drive offers a mixed experience, with a substantial 58% share on highways. You'll encounter stretches on US 62, including one uninterrupted segment of 53.3 miles, which should allow for decent progress. The use of T & C Boulevard and US 412 suggests a blend of faster travel and potentially more local road conditions as you approach your destination. It's not a pure interstate grind, but rather a drive where you'll transition between more open highway and potentially more populated areas.

58% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
37 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 53.3 mi on US 62.

How Hard Is This Drive?

5/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 18 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near AR 34 / State Highway 34.

Driving Effort 5/10

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 264.4 miles you will encounter 18 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: near the start (AR 34 / State Highway 34): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 49; AR 1 / East Franklin Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 185.1 miles (US 62; US 65; US 412): Navigation decision point.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 39m. Total distance: 264.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (58%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 53.3 miles on US 62. 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: near the start (AR 34 / State Highway 34): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 49; AR 1 / East Franklin Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 185.1 miles (US 62; US 65; US 412): Navigation decision point.

Not recommended in a single day. At 5.7 hours each way, a round trip means 11.3 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Fayetteville, AR before the return drive.

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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