Spanning 255.4 miles, this trek from Paragould to Springdale takes you roughly 4 hours and 59 minutes to complete. Because this route relies on local roads like Hayes Place, West Hunt Street, and North 14th Street rather than major interstates, it is best approached as a single-day journey. You should budget approximately $39 for fuel to cover the distance across Arkansas. While the trip stays within the Southeast region, the shift from the eastern side of the state toward the Ozarks in the northwest brings a noticeable change in terrain. It is a straightforward trip if you prefer local roads over high-speed traffic, though you should be prepared for a full day of active driving.
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
126.3 miles from Paragould, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 39m 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
Portia Road
3.9 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
US 412
— 56.4 mi, about 1h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Paragould, AR and Springdale, AR.
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Start on Winchester
0.2 mi·44 sec·Winchester
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At end of road, turn right onto Hayes Place
237 ft·15 sec·Hayes Place
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Turn left onto West Hunt Street
0.2 mi·32 sec·West Hunt Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto North 14th Street
51 ft·2 sec·North 14th Street
5
Turn right onto West Hunt Street
251 ft·13 sec·West Hunt Street
6
Turn left onto US 49; AR 1
0.2 mi·20 sec·US 49; AR 1
7
Turn right onto US 49Y
0.4 mi·41 sec·West Court Street
8
Turn right onto US 412B
27 mi·32 min·West Kings Highway
9
Continue on US 412B
3.9 mi·5 min·Portia Road
10
At end of road, turn right onto US 63; US 412
33 mi·47 min·US 63; US 412
11
Turn right onto US 62; US 412
436 ft·5 sec·US 62; US 412
12
Continue on US 62; US 63; US 412
1.4 mi·1 min·US 62; US 63; US 412
13
Continue on US 62; US 412
413 ft·13 sec·US 62; US 412
14
Continue on US 62; US 412; US 63 Business
0.2 mi·27 sec·US 62; US 412; US 63 Business
15
Take the exit
365 ft·10 sec
16
Merge onto US 62; US 412; AR 175
10 mi·11 min·US 62; US 412; AR 175
17
Continue on US 62; US 412
50 mi·56 min·T & C Boulevard
18
Turn left onto US 62; US 412
332 ft·4 sec·Shield-Hopper Highway
19
Continue on US 62; US 412
5.4 mi·6 min·Shied-Hopper Bypass
20
Continue on US 62; US 412
19 mi·22 min·Shield-Hopper Bypass
21
Turn right onto US 62; US 412
23 mi·25 min·US 62; US 412
22
At end of road, turn right onto US 62; US 65; US 412
7.2 mi·11 min·US 62; US 65; US 412
23
Take the exit onto US 62; US 65; US 412
5.0 mi·7 min·US 62; US 65; US 412
24
Take the exit onto US 62; US 412
6.1 mi·8 min·US 62; US 412
25
Continue on US 62; US 412
0.5 mi·1 min·US 62; US 412
Use the straight / left lanes.
26
Turn left onto US 412
56 mi·1 hr 6 min·US 412
Use the left lane.
27
Turn right onto Butterfield Coach Road
1.3 mi·2 min·Butterfield Coach Road
28
Turn left onto East Emma Avenue
1.7 mi·3 min·East Emma Avenue
29
Turn right onto North Commercial Street
0.1 mi·28 sec·North Commercial Street
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Arrive at destination
North Commercial Street
Trip Plan
Plan to depart early in the morning to account for the nearly five-hour duration and the nature of local road travel. You have one scheduled stop to build into your itinerary, which serves as a great opportunity to stretch your legs and refresh before finishing the final leg of the trip. Since this route lacks the convenience of high-speed highway services, keep an eye on your fuel gauge and fill up before you reach the more isolated sections of the drive. The flexibility of a one-day trip allows you to adjust your pace as needed, but staying alert for frequent turns on roads like North 14th Street is essential for a smooth arrival in Springdale.
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 126.3 miles from Paragould, AR, or about 2h 39m 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 56 miles or 1h 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 126.3 miles or 2h 39m 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 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Springdale, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Paragould, 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 Paragould, AR
This is one driving day of about 252.6 miles and 5h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 56 miles from Paragould, 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 0.2 and 193.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|Hayes Place
At end of road, turn right onto Hayes Place
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
5
0.2 mi into trip|~1m in|West Hunt Street
Turn left onto West Hunt Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.4 mi into trip|~1m in|North 14th Street
At end of road, turn left onto North 14th Street
Navigation decision point
5
174.3 mi into trip|~3h 34m in|US 62; US 65; US 412
At end of road, turn right onto US 62; US 65; US 412
Navigation decision point
5
193.1 mi into trip|~4h 4m in|US 412
Turn left onto US 412
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$35.07 one way
$70.13 round trip
$3.53/gal25.4 MPG avg88 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$3.95
$39.23
$78.47
premium
$4.29
$42.65
$85.31
diesel
$4.80
$47.70
$95.39
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 88.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
75.8
0
$26.52
$12.12
Efficient EV
63.2
0
$22.10
$10.10
EV Truck/SUV
101
1
$35.36
$16.17
Gas CO2
88 kg
EV CO2
30 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
Paragould, AR
Late night
in Paragould on Sunday
Local time
2:05 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Mostly Clear
WSW 5 mph2% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 4:25AM CDT until July 18 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Memphis TN
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 1:07AM CDT until July 18 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Little Rock AR
Destination
Springdale, AR
Late night
in Springdale on Sunday
Local time
2:05 AM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Mostly Clear
S 5 mph6% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 4:25AM CDT until July 18 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Memphis TN
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 1:07AM CDT until July 18 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Little Rock AR
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
5h 17m 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 turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route features zero highway miles, meaning your pace will be dictated by local traffic patterns and intersections. You will navigate a series of winding segments that keep the experience engaging rather than repetitive. Because the route is composed entirely of local thoroughfares, you will find few long, uninterrupted stretches of road. This makes for a technical driving environment where constant adjustments and navigating local turns are the standard experience.
57% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
30 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?
3/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Hayes Place.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 17m drive. You will face about 18 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Hayes Place): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.2 miles (West Hunt Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (North 14th Street): Navigation decision point.
The longest stretch is about 56.4 miles on US 412. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 2 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.
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 2 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Hayes Place): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.2 miles (West Hunt Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (North 14th Street): Navigation decision point.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.3 hours each way, a round trip means 10.6 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Springdale, AR before the return drive.
