If you are planning a trip from Sherwood to Blytheville, you are looking at a 185.6-mile journey that typically takes about 3 hours and 14 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $28 on fuel for the trip, making it a budget-friendly option for regional travel. Navigating through the Southeast, you will utilize a combination of I-40, the Blues Highway, and South Division Street to complete your transit. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick getaway, this straightforward path provides a reliable connection across the state.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
92.8 miles from Sherwood, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 37m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 40
121.5 mi
2h 3m
Blues Highway
55.5 mi
56m
South Division Street
2.8 mi
4m
I 57
2.2 mi
2m
Wildwood Avenue
1.2 mi
2m
Warden Road
0.4 mi
<1m
South Fairway Avenue
<0.1 mi
<1m
West Main Street
<0.1 mi
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Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 121.5 mi, about 2h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sherwood, AR and Blytheville, AR.
1
Start on South Fairway Avenue
181 ft·13 sec·South Fairway Avenue
2
Turn left onto Wildwood Avenue
1.2 mi·2 min·Wildwood Avenue
3
Turn slight right
181 ft·8 sec
4
Turn slight right onto Warden Road
0.4 mi·41 sec·Warden Road
5
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·18 sec
6
Merge onto I 57; US 167
2.2 mi·2 min·I 57; US 167
7
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Toward I 40 East: Memphis
8
Merge onto I 40
121 mi·2 hr 3 min·I 40
Use the straight lane.
9
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Toward I 55 North: Blytheville, Saint Louis
10
Continue on I 55; US 78
55 mi·56 min·Blues Highway
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
Toward US 61: Blytheville
12
Turn left onto US 61
2.8 mi·4 min·South Division Street
13
Turn left onto US 78; AR 18
46 ft·0 sec·West Main Street
14
Arrive at destination
US 78; AR 18
Trip Plan
Since the drive is manageable in a single day, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Plan for at least one stop during the 185.6-mile trek to stretch your legs and refresh, especially during the long 121.5-mile segment on I-40. Because fuel costs hover around $28, filling up before you leave Sherwood is a smart way to minimize stops along the way. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge when transitioning from the interstate to the local stretches of the Blues Highway to ensure you reach Blytheville without stress. Prioritizing a morning departure will help you beat potential traffic congestion and arrive at your destination with time to spare.
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 92.8 miles from Sherwood, AR, or about 1h 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 121.5 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 41 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 92.8 miles or 1h 37m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Blytheville, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Sherwood, 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 Sherwood, AR
This is one driving day of about 185.6 miles and 3h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 miles from Sherwood, 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 121.5 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 8
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 182.5 — 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|Wildwood Avenue
Turn left onto Wildwood Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
3.9 mi into trip|~6m in
Take the exit toward I 40 East: Memphis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 40 East: Memphis
5
4.8 mi into trip|~8m in|I 40
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
126.2 mi into trip|~2h 11m in
Take the exit toward I 55 North: Blytheville, Saint Louis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 55 North: Blytheville, Saint Louis
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182.5 mi into trip|~3h 9m in
Take the exit toward US 61: Blytheville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward US 61: Blytheville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.03 one way
$56.06 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg65 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$30.77
$61.54
premium
$4.56
$33.31
$66.63
diesel
$5.61
$40.98
$81.96
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 64.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
55.7
0
$19.49
$8.91
Efficient EV
46.4
0
$16.24
$7.42
EV Truck/SUV
74.2
0
$25.98
$11.88
Gas CO2
65 kg
EV CO2
22 kg (66% 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 Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Sherwood, AR
Night
in Sherwood on Saturday
Local time
11:43 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Blytheville, AR
Night
in Blytheville on Saturday
Local time
11:43 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 14m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 67% of your travel time will be spent on major roads. The most significant portion of your journey involves a 121.5-mile stretch on I-40, which serves as the backbone of your transit. Once you transition off the interstate onto the Blues Highway and South Division Street, the pace shifts from high-speed arterial driving to a more localized feel. This combination keeps the drive efficient while offering a clear progression from major corridors into the city streets of Blytheville. You will find that the road remains consistent and predictable, providing a steady driving environment for the duration of your trip.
67% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 121.5 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and Blues Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Wildwood Avenue.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 14m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Wildwood Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 3.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 4.8 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Sherwood, AR to Blytheville, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Saint Louis along the way.
Saint Louis
126.2 mi in|~2h 11m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 14m. Total distance: 185.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 121.5 miles on I 40. 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.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Wildwood Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 3.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 4.8 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 3.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Blytheville, AR, but most travelers stay overnight.
