McCrory to Rogers is 262.5 miles and takes about 4h 53m via US 64 West and I 49 North, with a fuel budget near $38 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Arkansas, moving from the Southeast region to a more northwestern part of the state. The profile indicates it's mostly surface roads, meaning you'll likely encounter more local traffic and fewer high-speed stretches. Given the duration and road type, it's a manageable one-day drive, perfect for those who prefer a less highway-intensive experience and want to take their time getting to their destination.
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
131.2 miles from McCrory, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 33m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 40
113.9 mi
1h 53m
US 64
82.4 mi
1h 43m
I 49
57.7 mi
59m
South 8th Street
3.4 mi
6m
North Bloomington Street
2 mi
3m
Edmonds Avenue
0.9 mi
1m
West Monroe Avenue
0.6 mi
1m
West Poplar Street
0.4 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 113.9 mi, about 1h 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between McCrory, AR and Rogers, AR.
1
Start on AR 145
0.9 mi·1 min·Edmonds Avenue
2
Turn left onto US 64; AR 17
22 mi·33 min·US 64; AR 17
3
Take the exit onto US 64
27 mi·27 min·US 64
4
Take the exit onto US 64
0.4 mi·49 sec·US 64
Toward US 64 West, I 57 Business North: Beebe, Conway
5
Keep slight right at fork onto US 64
33 mi·41 min·US 64
Toward US 64 West: Conway
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi·57 sec
7
Merge onto I 40; US 65
114 mi·1 hr 53 min·I 40; US 65
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 is a 262.5-mile drive that takes under 5 hours on surface roads, you have a lot of flexibility. Leaving in the morning should give you ample time to reach Rogers before dark. With only one recommended stop, you can choose to make it a quick fuel and stretch break or a more leisurely lunch. Pay attention to speed limit changes as you transition between rural stretches and small towns along US 64 West. Your estimated fuel cost is $38, so ensure your tank is full before departing McCrory to avoid unexpected stops.
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 131.2 miles from McCrory, AR, or about 2h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 113.9 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 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 131.2 miles or 2h 33m 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 58m
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 McCrory, 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 McCrory, AR
This is one driving day of about 262.5 miles and 4h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 58 miles from McCrory, 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 113.9 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 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 50.3 and 262.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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50.3 mi into trip|~1h 2m in|US 64
Take the exit onto US 64 toward US 64 West, I 57 Business North: Beebe, Conway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 64 West, I 57 Business North: Beebe,...
5
50.7 mi into trip|~1h 3m in|US 64
Keep slight right at fork onto US 64 toward US 64 West: Conway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 64 West: Conway
6
244.3 mi into trip|~4h 28m 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
256 mi into trip|~4h 41m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
262.5 mi into trip|~4h 53m in|West Elm Street
Turn right onto West Elm Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$40.18 one way
$80.36 round trip
$3.89/gal25.4 MPG avg92 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.31
$44.50
$89.00
premium
$4.65
$48.05
$96.09
diesel
$6.28
$64.86
$129.72
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: 91.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
78.8
0
$27.56
$12.60
Efficient EV
65.6
0
$22.97
$10.50
EV Truck/SUV
105
1
$36.75
$16.80
Gas CO2
92 kg
EV CO2
31 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 Oct 19, 2026
Origin
McCrory, AR
Late night
in McCrory on Thursday
Local time
5:53 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Sunny
ESE 0 to 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Rogers, AR
Late night
in Rogers on Thursday
Local time
5:53 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Mostly Sunny
SE 5 mph4% chanceLive forecast
73°F
Delaware, AR
131 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
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
4h 53m 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 drive covers 262.5 miles, with 0% on highways, meaning you'll be on surface roads for the entire 4h 53m duration. You’ll primarily use US 64 West and then I 49 North, transitioning to local streets like West Monroe Avenue. Expect to navigate through towns and rural areas, with traffic lights and varying speed limits being common. The longest stretch without a significant break is not specified, but the overall profile suggests continuous surface road driving.
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: 113.9 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and US 64. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 50.3 miles in near US 64.
Driving Effort6/10
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 262.5 miles you will encounter 14 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 50.3 miles (US 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 50.7 miles (US 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 244.3 miles (I 49; US 62; US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,589 ft211 ft
Total Climb
1,668 ft
Total Descent
513 ft
Highest Point
1,589 ft
~225.1 mi in
Elevation Range
1,378 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from McCrory, AR to Rogers, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Conway along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 53m. Total distance: 262.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 53m 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 113.9 miles on I 40. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 17 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.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Rogers, AR before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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. There are 17 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 50.3 miles (US 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 50.7 miles (US 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 244.3 miles (I 49; US 62; US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Rogers, AR, but most travelers stay overnight.
