Origin
Prairie Grove, AR
Late night in Prairie Grove on Tuesday
Local time
4:14 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Prairie Grove, AR to Rogers, AR
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
46m
Distance
32.2 mi
52 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 43m
★
6 AM
0h 47m
8 AM
0h 54m
10 AM
0h 49m
12 PM
0h 49m
3 PM
0h 50m
5 PM
0h 54m
8 PM
0h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Prairie Grove, AR
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Rogers, AR
Tima Miroshnichenko
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Prairie Grove to Rogers, you are in for a quick 32.2-mile journey across Northwest Arkansas. Clocking in at approximately 46 minutes, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight logistics. You can expect to spend about $5 in fuel for the entire drive, making it a highly affordable trek. By utilizing a combination of I-49, East Heritage Parkway, and the Fulbright Expressway, you will navigate the region efficiently. Since both towns are located within the same state and region, the transition is seamless and straightforward. It is an ideal choice for anyone needing to bridge these two communities without spending their entire day behind the wheel.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 49 | 11.4 mi | 12m |
| East Heritage Parkway | 6.4 mi | 9m |
| Fulbright Expressway | 3.8 mi | 4m |
| South 8th Street | 3.4 mi | 6m |
| North Bloomington Street | 2 mi | 3m |
| West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| East Douglas Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| West Monroe Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 49
— 11.4 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Prairie Grove, AR and Rogers, AR.
1
Start on West Mock Drive
117 ft
·
10 sec
·
West Mock Drive
2
Turn left onto North Mock Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
North Mock Street
3
Turn right onto East Parks Street
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
East Parks Street
4
Turn left onto North Pittman Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
North Pittman Street
5
Continue on East Douglas Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East Douglas Street
6
Turn left onto US 62
6.4 mi
·
9 min
·
East Heritage Parkway
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on US 62
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Turn left onto US 62; AR 16
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
South Futrall Drive
Use the left lane.
9
Take the ramp onto US 62; AR 16
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
US 62; AR 16
Use the slight left lane.
10
Merge onto I 49; US 62; US 71; AR 16
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Fulbright Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
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.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
13
Keep slight right at fork
185 ft
·
6 sec
14
Turn right onto AR 264
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Monroe Avenue
15
Turn left onto US 71B
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
North Bloomington Street
16
Continue on US 71B
3.4 mi
·
6 min
·
South 8th Street
17
Turn right onto West Poplar Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West Poplar Street
18
Turn left onto South 3rd Street
390 ft
·
18 sec
·
South 3rd Street
19
Turn right onto West Elm Street
99 ft
·
3 sec
·
West Elm Street
20
Arrive at destination
West Elm Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.1 miles from Prairie Grove, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 145 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 14 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
North Mock Street
Turn left onto North Mock Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
East Parks Street
Turn right onto East Parks Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
North Pittman Street
Turn left onto North Pittman Street
Navigation decision point
6
9.7 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
US 62; AR 16 / South Futrall Drive
Turn left onto US 62; AR 16 / South Futrall Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
14 mi into trip
|
~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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.86 one way
$9.73 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $5.34 | $10.68 |
| premium | $4.56 | $5.78 | $11.56 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.11 | $14.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.7 | 0 | $3.38 | $1.55 |
| Efficient EV | 8.1 | 0 | $2.82 | $1.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.9 | 0 | $4.51 | $2.06 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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.
Destination
Rogers, AR
Late night in Rogers on Tuesday
Local time
4:14 AM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
72°F
Fayetteville, AR
16 mi in
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
18 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
46m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This 46-minute drive is primarily highway-focused, with 67% of your travel taking place on major thoroughfares. You will spend a significant portion of the trip on high-speed roads, including a longest uninterrupted stretch of 11.4 miles while cruising on I-49. The personality of the route is utilitarian and direct, prioritizing speed and connectivity over winding backroads. As you transition from the interstate onto the Fulbright Expressway and East Heritage Parkway, the character of the drive shifts from open highway cruising to more structured, expressway-style navigation. Expect a consistent, predictable pace that keeps you moving steadily toward your destination in Rogers.
67% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11.4 mi on I 49.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 49 and East Heritage Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Mock Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 14 decision points packed into just 32.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 46m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Mock Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (East Parks Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (North Pittman Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 46m. Total distance: 32.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (67%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 11.4 miles on I 49. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Mock Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (East Parks Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (North Pittman Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Rogers, AR before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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