If you are planning a trip from Sherwood to Fordyce, you are looking at a straightforward 77.2-mile trek through Southeast Arkansas. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 32 minutes behind the wheel, making this a very manageable excursion that fits easily into a single day. You will primarily navigate via I-530, I-57, and US-167 to complete your journey. Budgeting roughly $12 for fuel should cover your travel costs, leaving you plenty of flexibility to decide whether to head back the same day or extend your stay. Since both cities are located within the same region, you won't experience drastic climate or topographical shifts, allowing for a predictable and consistent driving experience.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
38.6 miles from Sherwood, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 46m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 167
60.8 mi
1h 12m
I 530
10 mi
10m
I 57
2.6 mi
3m
Wildwood Avenue
1.2 mi
2m
I 40
0.9 mi
1m
Moro
0.8 mi
1m
Warden Road
0.4 mi
<1m
East 4th Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 167
— 60.8 mi, about 1h 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sherwood, AR and Fordyce, 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
2.6 mi·3 min·I 57; US 167
7
Merge onto I 40; US 167
0.9 mi·1 min·I 40; US 167
8
Take the exit onto US 167
4.9 mi·6 min·US 167
Toward I 30 West, US 65 South, US 67 South, US 167 South: Little Rock
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 530; US 65; US 167
10.0 mi·10 min·I 530; US 65; US 167
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit onto US 167
56 mi·1 hr 5 min·US 167
Toward US 167 South: Sheridan, Fordyce, El DoradoUse the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on US 79B
0.8 mi·1 min·Moro
12
Turn right onto US 79B; AR 8
0.2 mi·18 sec·East 4th Street
13
Arrive at destination
US 79B; AR 8
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short trip, you have the advantage of being able to depart at your leisure without needing to worry about complex timing or overnight logistics. While the drive is only 1 hour and 32 minutes long, it is always wise to ensure your tank is topped off before hitting US-167, as that is where you will spend the bulk of your travel time. Since there are no mandatory stops included in this route, you have complete control over your pace and can easily pull over whenever you need a break. Keep a close eye on your speed as you transition between the different highway segments, as traffic patterns can shift noticeably when moving from the interstates onto the longer stretch of US-167.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 38.6 miles from Sherwood, AR, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 60.8 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 17 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.6 miles or 46m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fordyce, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Sherwood, AR
This is one driving day of about 77.2 miles and 1h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Sherwood, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 167 for about 60.8 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 7
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 77 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip|~0m in|Wildwood Avenue
Turn left onto Wildwood Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
5.3 mi into trip|~8m in|US 167
Take the exit onto US 167 toward I 30 West, US 65 South, US 67 South, US 167 South: Little Rock
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 30 West, US 65 South, US 67 South, US...
6
10.2 mi into trip|~14m in|I 530; US 65; US 167
Keep slight left at fork onto I 530; US 65; US 167
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
7
20.2 mi into trip|~25m in|US 167
Take the exit onto US 167 toward US 167 South: Sheridan, Fordyce, El Dorado
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward US 167 South: Sheridan, Fordyce, El Dora...
4
77 mi into trip|~1h 32m in|US 79B; AR 8 / East 4th Street
Turn right onto US 79B; AR 8 / East 4th Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.66 one way
$23.32 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg27 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$12.80
$25.60
premium
$4.56
$13.86
$27.71
diesel
$5.61
$17.04
$34.09
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
23.2
0
$8.11
$3.71
Efficient EV
19.3
0
$6.76
$3.09
EV Truck/SUV
30.9
0
$10.81
$4.94
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (67% 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 20, 2026
Origin
Sherwood, AR
Late night
in Sherwood on Tuesday
Local time
3:51 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Fordyce, AR
Late night
in Fordyce on Tuesday
Local time
3:51 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
77°F
Sheridan, AR
39 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
3 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
1h 32m 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?
This route is heavily highway-focused, with 96% of your time spent on high-speed thoroughfares. You will quickly settle into a steady rhythm, especially during the longest uninterrupted stretch of 60.8 miles on US-167. Expect a consistent, efficient pace as you transition between the interstates and the primary highway system. Because the drive is largely composed of major roads, you won't be dealing with the technical maneuvering required on local backroads. It is a functional, direct route designed to get you from point A to point B with minimal complexity or navigation stress.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 60.8 mi on US 167.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 167 and I 530. 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 1h 32m drive. You will face about 7 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 5.3 miles (US 167): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.2 miles (I 530; US 65; US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Fordyce, AR, road signs begin pointing toward El Dorado along the way.
El Dorado
20.2 mi in|~25m|via US 167
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 32m. Total distance: 77.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 60.8 miles on US 167. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 (Wildwood Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 5.3 miles (US 167): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.2 miles (I 530; US 65; US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Fordyce, AR before heading back.
