Mineral Springs, AR to Rogers, AR is 236.5 miles and takes about 4h 47m via US 71 and I 49, with a fuel budget near $35 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Arkansas, moving from the Southeast region to another part of the Southeast. Expect a mostly highway experience that's manageable for a single day of driving. Plan for a straightforward drive that should get you to your destination with plenty of time to spare.
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
118.2 miles from Mineral Springs, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 30m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 71
86.5 mi
1h 42m
I 49
57.7 mi
59m
North Lakeside Drive
51.2 mi
59m
US Highway 371/State Highway 24
12.8 mi
18m
US 59
8 mi
11m
North Sherman Street
5.9 mi
10m
North Camellia
5.4 mi
7m
South 8th Street
3.4 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
US 71
— 86.5 mi, about 1h 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mineral Springs, AR and Rogers, AR.
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Start on AR 27
0.4 mi·39 sec·West Runnels Street
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Continue on AR 355
0.1 mi·15 sec·West Runnels Street
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Turn right onto AR 355
5.9 mi·10 min·North Sherman Street
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Turn left onto US 371; AR 24
13 mi·18 min·US Highway 371/State Highway 24
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Continue on US 371
1.0 mi·1 min·East Main Street
6
Turn right onto US 59; US 71; US 371
5.4 mi·7 min·North Camellia
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Continue on US 59; US 70; US 71; US 371
8.0 mi·11 min·US 59; US 70; US 71; US 371
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Turn right onto US 59; US 71
51 mi·59 min·North Lakeside Drive
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Continue on US 71; US 270
70 mi·1 hr 23 min·US 71; US 270
10
Take the exit onto US 71
12 mi·14 min·US 71
Toward 540 North
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 71
4.6 mi·4 min·US 71
Toward I 40 East: Little Rock, MemphisUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Toward I 49 North: FayettevilleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on I 49
46 mi·47 min·I 49
Use the slight right lane.
14
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.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi·34 sec
16
Keep slight right at fork
185 ft·6 sec
17
Turn right onto AR 264
0.6 mi·1 min·West Monroe Avenue
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Turn left onto US 71B
2.0 mi·3 min·North Bloomington Street
19
Continue on US 71B
3.4 mi·6 min·South 8th Street
20
Turn right onto West Poplar Street
0.4 mi·1 min·West Poplar Street
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Turn left onto South 3rd Street
390 ft·18 sec·South 3rd Street
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Turn right onto West Elm Street
99 ft·3 sec·West Elm Street
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Arrive at destination
West Elm Street
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour 47-minute drive time, leaving in the morning is your best bet to maximize daylight. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing your journey. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially with a budget around $35, and consider refueling before you hit the longest stretch of US 71. This route is well-suited for a single-day trip, so you can depart at your leisure.
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 118.2 miles from Mineral Springs, AR, or about 2h 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 86.5 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 52 miles or 1h 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 118.2 miles or 2h 30m 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 57m
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 Mineral Springs, 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 Mineral Springs, AR
This is one driving day of about 236.5 miles and 4h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 52 miles from Mineral Springs, 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 71 for about 86.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Early stretch
4.3 mi from route
~11 min detour
$10 to $20
Mena, Arkansas
Hours: 11 am–3 pm
+14793941112
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 166.6 and 236.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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166.6 mi into trip|~3h 28m in|US 71
Keep slight right at fork onto US 71 toward I 40 East: Little Rock, Memphis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 40 East: Little Rock, Memphis
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171.2 mi into trip|~3h 33m in
Take the exit toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
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218.3 mi into trip|~4h 21m 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.
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229.9 mi into trip|~4h 34m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
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236.5 mi into trip|~4h 47m in|West Elm Street
Turn right onto West Elm Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$32.83 one way
$65.66 round trip
$3.53/gal25.4 MPG avg83 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$3.95
$36.73
$73.46
premium
$4.29
$39.93
$79.87
diesel
$4.80
$44.66
$89.31
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 82.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
71
0
$24.83
$11.35
Efficient EV
59.1
0
$20.69
$9.46
EV Truck/SUV
94.6
1
$33.11
$15.14
Gas CO2
83 kg
EV CO2
28 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 Jul 18, 2026
Origin
Mineral Springs, AR
Late night
in Mineral Springs on Sunday
Local time
5:33 AM
CDT
Current temp
92°F
Sunny
SW 0 to 5 mph2% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 10:12AM CDT until July 20 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 4:25AM CDT until July 18 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Memphis TN
Destination
Rogers, AR
Late night
in Rogers on Sunday
Local time
5:33 AM
CDT
Current temp
90°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 10 mph23% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 10:12AM CDT until July 20 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 4:25AM CDT until July 18 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Memphis TN
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
2 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 47m 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?
About 70% of this drive is on highways, with the longest continuous stretch of highway cruising at 86.5 miles on US 71. You'll experience highway driving for a significant portion before transitioning to surface roads. Expect to encounter a steady stream of exits and merging traffic as you traverse this route.
70% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 86.5 mi on US 71.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 71 and I 49. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 166.6 miles in near US 71.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 236.5 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 166.6 miles (US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 171.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 218.3 miles (I 49; US 62; US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,628 ft340 ft
Total Climb
1,972 ft
Total Descent
946 ft
Highest Point
1,628 ft
~202.7 mi in
Elevation Range
1,288 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 Mineral Springs, AR to Rogers, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Memphis along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 47m. Total distance: 236.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (70%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 86.5 miles on US 71. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 5 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 5 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 166.6 miles (US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 171.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 218.3 miles (I 49; US 62; US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Rogers, AR, but most travelers stay overnight.
