Prescott to Rogers is 275.3 miles and takes about 5 hours 2 minutes via I-30, I-49, and I-40, with a fuel budget near $43 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Arkansas, traversing the Southeast region from start to finish. Given its primarily highway profile and manageable duration, it's a straightforward drive suitable for a single day. Expect a consistent pace for most of the drive, making it a practical option for getting from point A to point B 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
137.7 miles from Prescott, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 32m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 40
64.8 mi
1h 4m
I 49
57.7 mi
59m
I 30
51.8 mi
51m
AR 7
45.1 mi
51m
4th Street
14.4 mi
16m
Martin Luther King Road
12.3 mi
14m
West Main Street
6.7 mi
10m
Hot Springs Bypass
5.9 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 64.8 mi, about 1h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Prescott, AR and Rogers, AR.
1
Start on US 371
2.1 mi·3 min·West Main Street
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·32 sec
3
Merge onto I 30
52 mi·51 min·I 30
4
Take the exit
0.3 mi·50 sec
Toward US 270 West: Hot Springs
5
Merge onto US 270
12 mi·14 min·Martin Luther King Road
6
Continue on US 270
0.5 mi·33 sec·Malvern Avenue
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi·26 sec
8
Merge onto US 70
2.0 mi·2 min·Doctor Martin Luther King, Junior Expressway
9
Continue on Hot Springs Bypass
5.9 mi·6 min·Hot Springs Bypass
10
Enter roundabout onto AR 7
185 ft·2 sec·AR 7
11
Continue on AR 7
45 mi·50 min·AR 7
12
At end of road, turn right onto AR 7
0.2 mi·20 sec·AR 7
13
At end of road, turn left onto AR 7; AR 10
0.3 mi·23 sec·South Scenic 7 Drive
14
Continue on AR 7
14 mi·16 min·4th Street
15
Continue on AR 7
0.2 mi·15 sec·North State Highway 7
16
Continue on AR 22
374 ft·9 sec·AR 22
17
Turn right onto AR 7
4.9 mi·5 min·Union Street
18
Turn left onto US 64
3.1 mi·4 min·West Main Street
19
Continue on US 64
1.5 mi·2 min·West Main Street
20
Turn right onto Mission Road
0.2 mi·22 sec·Mission Road
21
Continue on Lakewood Drive
367 ft·9 sec·Lakewood Drive
22
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·38 sec
Exit 78Toward I-40
23
Merge onto I 40
65 mi·1 hr 4 min·I 40
24
Take the exit
0.4 mi·48 sec
Toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
25
Continue on I 49
46 mi·47 min·I 49
Use the slight right lane.
26
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.
27
Take the exit
0.3 mi·34 sec
28
Keep slight right at fork
185 ft·6 sec
29
Turn right onto AR 264
0.6 mi·1 min·West Monroe Avenue
30
Turn left onto US 71B
2.0 mi·3 min·North Bloomington Street
31
Continue on US 71B
3.4 mi·6 min·South 8th Street
32
Turn right onto West Poplar Street
0.4 mi·1 min·West Poplar Street
33
Turn left onto South 3rd Street
390 ft·18 sec·South 3rd Street
34
Turn right onto West Elm Street
99 ft·3 sec·West Elm Street
35
Arrive at destination
West Elm Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 5-hour drive, consider departing early in the morning to avoid potential midday traffic, especially as you approach larger towns. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in timing your breaks. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch without an exit is over 64 miles on I-40. The $43 fuel cost is an estimate, so check current prices before you leave. Since this is a single-day trip, you can easily adjust your departure time based on your schedule.
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 137.7 miles from Prescott, AR, or about 2h 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 64.8 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 61 miles or 1h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 137.7 miles or 2h 32m 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 4m
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 Prescott, 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 Prescott, AR
This is one driving day of about 275.3 miles and 5h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 61 miles from Prescott, 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 I 40 for about 64.8 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 22
5 decision points cluster between mile 75.4 and 275.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
75.4 mi into trip|~1h 20m in|AR 7
Enter roundabout onto AR 7
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
145.3 mi into trip|~2h 43m in
Take the ramp toward I-40
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Exit 78
Toward I-40
6
257.1 mi into trip|~4h 36m 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
268.8 mi into trip|~4h 49m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
275.3 mi into trip|~5h 2m in|West Elm Street
Turn right onto West Elm Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$38.22 one way
$76.43 round trip
$3.53/gal25.4 MPG avg96 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$3.95
$42.76
$85.52
premium
$4.29
$46.49
$92.97
diesel
$4.80
$51.98
$103.96
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$38
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$63–$88
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 96.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
82.6
1
$28.91
$13.21
Efficient EV
68.8
0
$24.09
$11.01
EV Truck/SUV
110.1
1
$38.54
$17.62
Gas CO2
96 kg
EV CO2
32 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Prescott, AR
Evening
in Prescott on Saturday
Local time
8:14 PM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Partly Cloudy
0 mph2% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Rogers, AR
Evening
in Rogers on Saturday
Local time
8:14 PM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Mostly Clear
S 5 mph9% chanceLive forecast
73°F
Delaware, AR
138 mi in
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
5h 2m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Hot Springs National Park
National Park
Hot Springs National Park has a rich cultural past. The grand architecture of our historic bathhouses is equally matched by the natural curiosities that have been drawing people here for hundreds of y...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly highway driving, with 81% of the drive on interstates. You'll experience a longest stretch of 64.8 miles on I-40 before encountering more varied road types. The high percentage of highway suggests a consistent cruising speed with frequent exits in developed areas and more open stretches in between. Expect to encounter urban merging and dense exits as you travel through larger towns and cities.
81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
35 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 64.8 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and I 49. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 75.4 miles in near AR 7.
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 22 significant decision points across 275.3 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 75.4 miles (AR 7): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 145.3 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 257.1 miles (I 49; US 62; US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 2m. Total distance: 275.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 64.8 miles on I 40. 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.
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 2 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 75.4 miles (AR 7): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 145.3 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 257.1 miles (I 49; US 62; US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Hot Springs National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.0 hours each way, a round trip means 10.1 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.
