Murfreesboro to Rogers is 214 miles and takes about 4h 37m via US 71 and I-49, with a fuel budget near $32 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Arkansas, taking you from the Southeast region to its northern part. With 83% of the drive on highways, expect a fairly efficient and direct journey. It's a manageable one-day trip, perfect if you're looking for a straightforward drive without extensive planning.
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
107 miles from Murfreesboro, 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
US 71
71 mi
1h 24m
I 49
57.7 mi
59m
US 270
32 mi
39m
East 13th Street
14.4 mi
25m
North 1st Street
13 mi
22m
US 70
8.9 mi
13m
AR 27
8.5 mi
14m
South 8th Street
3.4 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
US 71
— 71 mi, about 1h 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Murfreesboro, AR and Rogers, AR.
1
Start on Courthouse Square
92 ft·7 sec·Courthouse Square
2
Turn sharp right onto AR 27
154 ft·3 sec·Main Street
3
Continue on AR 27
0.5 mi·55 sec·North Washington Avenue
4
Continue on AR 19; AR 27
14 mi·25 min·East 13th Street
5
Continue on US 70
8.9 mi·13 min·US 70
6
Continue on US 70B; AR 8
0.3 mi·31 sec·Elm Street
7
Continue on US 70B; AR 8
361 ft·14 sec·West Broadway Street
8
Turn left onto AR 8
13 mi·22 min·North 1st Street
9
Turn right onto AR 27
8.5 mi·14 min·AR 27
10
Turn left onto US 270; AR 27
32 mi·39 min·US 270; AR 27
11
At end of road, turn right onto US 71
54 mi·1 hr 6 min·US 71
12
Take the exit onto US 71
12 mi·14 min·US 71
Toward 540 North
13
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.
14
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Toward I 49 North: FayettevilleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on I 49
46 mi·47 min·I 49
Use the slight right lane.
16
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.
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi·34 sec
18
Keep slight right at fork
185 ft·6 sec
19
Turn right onto AR 264
0.6 mi·1 min·West Monroe Avenue
20
Turn left onto US 71B
2.0 mi·3 min·North Bloomington Street
21
Continue on US 71B
3.4 mi·6 min·South 8th Street
22
Turn right onto West Poplar Street
0.4 mi·1 min·West Poplar Street
23
Turn left onto South 3rd Street
390 ft·18 sec·South 3rd Street
24
Turn right onto West Elm Street
99 ft·3 sec·West Elm Street
25
Arrive at destination
West Elm Street
Trip Plan
Given the 4h 37m estimated drive time, leaving Murfreesboro in the morning allows ample time to reach Rogers before evening. The route has only one recommended stop, but with the drive being under 5 hours, you might not need it unless you want to break up the 71-mile stretch on US 71. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before heading onto longer highway segments, as the estimated fuel cost is $32. This is a flexible trip that can easily be completed in a single day, so you can adjust your departure time as needed.
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 107 miles from Murfreesboro, AR, or about 2h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 71 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 47 miles or 1h 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 107 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 51m
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 Murfreesboro, 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 Murfreesboro, AR
This is one driving day of about 214 miles and 4h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 47 miles from Murfreesboro, 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 71 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 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 207.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|AR 27 / Main Street
Turn sharp right onto AR 27 / Main Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
8
144.1 mi into trip|~3h 18m 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
6
148.7 mi into trip|~3h 23m 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
6
195.8 mi into trip|~4h 11m 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
207.4 mi into trip|~4h 24m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.71 one way
$59.41 round trip
$3.53/gal25.4 MPG avg75 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$3.95
$33.24
$66.47
premium
$4.29
$36.14
$72.27
diesel
$4.80
$40.41
$80.81
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 74.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
64.2
0
$22.47
$10.27
Efficient EV
53.5
0
$18.73
$8.56
EV Truck/SUV
85.6
1
$29.96
$13.70
Gas CO2
75 kg
EV CO2
25 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.
Forecast as of Jul 17, 2026
Origin
Murfreesboro, AR
Evening
in Murfreesboro on Monday
Local time
7:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
90°F
Partly Sunny
SW 5 mph4% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Rogers, AR
Evening
in Rogers on Monday
Local time
7:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
89°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 10 to 15 mph28% chanceLive 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
1 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 37m 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 route is predominantly highway driving, with 83% of the 214 miles spent on major roads like US 71 and I-49. You'll encounter a stretch of 71 miles on US 71 before transitioning to other highways. Expect dense exits and merges as you navigate the interstate sections, typical for this kind of highway-focused travel.
83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 71 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 early in the drive near AR 27 / Main Street.
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 15 significant decision points across 214 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: near the start (AR 27 / Main Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 144.1 miles (US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 148.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,366 ft366 ft
Total Climb
1,597 ft
Total Descent
597 ft
Highest Point
1,366 ft
~214 mi in
Elevation Range
1,001 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 Murfreesboro, AR to Rogers, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Memphis along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 37m. Total distance: 214 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 71 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: near the start (AR 27 / Main Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 144.1 miles (US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 148.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Rogers, AR, but most travelers stay overnight.
