Spanning 266.2 miles, the journey from Oak Grove Heights to Rogers is a manageable trip that takes approximately 5 hours and 40 minutes. Because this route fits comfortably into a single day, you can easily complete the drive without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via US 412, US 62, and T & C Boulevard to reach your destination. Budgeting around $41 for fuel should cover your needs for the duration of the trip. Since both the origin and destination are located within the Southeast, you can expect a consistent regional feel throughout your travel. It is a straightforward trek that works well for those looking to reach Northwest Arkansas efficiently.
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
133.1 miles from Oak Grove Heights, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 47m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 412
56.4 mi
1h 6m
US 62
53.3 mi
1h 9m
T & C Boulevard
49.9 mi
56m
US 63
33.4 mi
47m
West Kings Highway
26.8 mi
32m
Shield-Hopper Bypass
19.1 mi
22m
Shied-Hopper Bypass
5.4 mi
6m
South 1st Street
4.4 mi
9m
Longest stretch:
US 412
— 56.4 mi, about 1h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oak Grove Heights, AR and Rogers, AR.
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Start on AR 135
3.5 mi·5 min·AR 135
2
Turn slight right
249 ft·9 sec
3
Turn slight right onto US 49; AR 1
0.6 mi·58 sec·US 49; AR 1
Use the right lane.
4
Continue on US 49; AR 1
0.5 mi·44 sec·US 49; AR 1
Use the straight lane.
5
Turn right onto US 49Y
0.4 mi·41 sec·West Court Street
6
Turn right onto US 412B
27 mi·32 min·West Kings Highway
7
Continue on US 412B
3.9 mi·5 min·Portia Road
8
At end of road, turn right onto US 63; US 412
33 mi·47 min·US 63; US 412
9
Turn right onto US 62; US 412
436 ft·5 sec·US 62; US 412
10
Continue on US 62; US 63; US 412
1.4 mi·1 min·US 62; US 63; US 412
11
Continue on US 62; US 412
413 ft·13 sec·US 62; US 412
12
Continue on US 62; US 412; US 63 Business
0.2 mi·27 sec·US 62; US 412; US 63 Business
13
Take the exit
365 ft·10 sec
14
Merge onto US 62; US 412; AR 175
10 mi·11 min·US 62; US 412; AR 175
15
Continue on US 62; US 412
50 mi·56 min·T & C Boulevard
16
Turn left onto US 62; US 412
332 ft·4 sec·Shield-Hopper Highway
17
Continue on US 62; US 412
5.4 mi·6 min·Shied-Hopper Bypass
18
Continue on US 62; US 412
19 mi·22 min·Shield-Hopper Bypass
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Turn right onto US 62; US 412
23 mi·25 min·US 62; US 412
20
At end of road, turn right onto US 62; US 65; US 412
7.2 mi·11 min·US 62; US 65; US 412
21
Take the exit onto US 62; US 65; US 412
5.0 mi·7 min·US 62; US 65; US 412
22
Take the exit onto US 62; US 412
6.1 mi·8 min·US 62; US 412
23
Continue on US 62; US 412
0.5 mi·1 min·US 62; US 412
Use the straight / left lanes.
24
Turn left onto US 412
56 mi·1 hr 6 min·US 412
Use the left lane.
25
Turn right onto Butterfield Coach Road
1.3 mi·2 min·Butterfield Coach Road
26
Continue on East Huntsville Avenue
1.2 mi·2 min·East Huntsville Avenue
27
Turn right onto AR 265
1.1 mi·2 min·North Old Missouri Road
28
Continue on AR 265
1.6 mi·2 min·Dick Trammel Highway
29
Continue on AR 265
2.8 mi·4 min·Old Wire Road
30
Continue on AR 265
4.2 mi·8 min·South 1st Street
31
Keep slight left at fork onto South 1st Street
181 ft·5 sec·South 1st Street
32
Enter roundabout onto South Arkansas Street
104 ft·2 sec·South Arkansas Street
33
Continue on South Arkansas Street
0.3 mi·46 sec·South Arkansas Street
34
Turn left onto East Cherry Street
282 ft·11 sec·East Cherry Street
35
Turn right onto South 1st Street
0.1 mi·37 sec·South 1st Street
36
Turn left onto West Elm Street
0.1 mi·22 sec·West Elm Street
37
Arrive at destination
West Elm Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a one-day trip, your best bet is to depart early to make the most of the 5h 40m drive time. You should plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refuel, keeping that $41 fuel estimate in mind as you pace yourself. Given the mix of highway and local roads, stay alert for changes in speed limits as you transition onto T & C Boulevard near the end of your journey. Being a single-day commitment, you have the flexibility to adjust your arrival time based on your personal pace. Take advantage of the 56.4-mile stretch on US 412 to get your primary mileage out of the way before navigating the final segments of the route.
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 133.1 miles from Oak Grove Heights, AR, or about 2h 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56.4 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 59 miles or 1h 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 133.1 miles or 2h 47m 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 Rogers, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Oak Grove Heights, 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 Oak Grove Heights, AR
This is one driving day of about 266.2 miles and 5h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 59 miles from Oak Grove Heights, 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 412 for about 56.4 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 18
5 decision points cluster between mile 35.8 and 265.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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35.8 mi into trip|~46m in|US 63; US 412
At end of road, turn right onto US 63; US 412
Navigation decision point
5
178.2 mi into trip|~3h 39m in|US 62; US 65; US 412
At end of road, turn right onto US 62; US 65; US 412
Navigation decision point
5
197 mi into trip|~4h 9m in|US 412
Turn left onto US 412
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
265.6 mi into trip|~5h 38m in|South Arkansas Street
Enter roundabout onto South Arkansas Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
265.9 mi into trip|~5h 38m in|East Cherry Street
Turn left onto East Cherry Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$40.20 one way
$80.40 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg93 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$44.13
$88.27
premium
$4.56
$47.78
$95.56
diesel
$5.61
$58.77
$117.55
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: 93.1 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
79.9
0
$27.95
$12.78
Efficient EV
66.6
0
$23.29
$10.65
EV Truck/SUV
106.5
1
$37.27
$17.04
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 20, 2026
Origin
Oak Grove Heights, AR
Late night
in Oak Grove Heights on Tuesday
Local time
4:24 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Rogers, AR
Late night
in Rogers on Tuesday
Local time
4:24 AM
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
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
5h 40m 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 mixed driving experience as you transition between different road types across the 266.2-mile distance. With about 55% of the trip spent on highways, you will encounter a blend of faster-paced sections and slower, more localized travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on US 412, covering 56.4 miles where you can find a steady rhythm behind the wheel. As you move from the initial roads onto US 62 and T & C Boulevard, the character of the drive shifts from open stretches to more varied road conditions. This combination keeps the drive from feeling like a monotonous interstate grind, offering a balanced pace for the driver.
55% 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: 56.4 mi on US 412.
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 around 35.8 miles in near US 63; US 412.
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 266.2 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: at 35.8 miles (US 63; US 412): Navigation decision point; at 178.2 miles (US 62; US 65; US 412): Navigation decision point; at 197 miles (US 412): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 40m. Total distance: 266.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (55%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 56.4 miles on US 412. 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 35.8 miles (US 63; US 412): Navigation decision point; at 178.2 miles (US 62; US 65; US 412): Navigation decision point; at 197 miles (US 412): Lane positioning matters here.
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 Rogers, AR before the return drive.
