Ozark Rest Area – Eastbound
0.1 mi from route
Trip from Siloam Springs, AR to Sherwood, AR
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 53m
Distance
217.6 mi
350 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$33
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 41m
★
6 AM
3h 54m
8 AM
4h 19m
10 AM
4h 3m
12 PM
4h 0m
3 PM
4h 4m
5 PM
4h 18m
8 PM
3h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Siloam Springs, AR
www.kaboompics.com
Sherwood, AR
Reinis Bruzitis
Trip Overview
Siloam Springs to Sherwood is 217.6 miles and takes about 3h 53m via I 49 and I 40, with a fuel budget near $34 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Arkansas, moving from the Southeast region to another part of the Southeast. It's a straightforward drive, mostly on major interstates, making it a practical choice for getting from point A to point B efficiently. If you're looking for a quick transit between these two points with minimal fuss, this route fits the bill.
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
108.8 miles from Siloam Springs, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 59m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 140 mi | 2h 20m |
| I 49 | 51.4 mi | 52m |
| US 412 | 19.1 mi | 25m |
| John F Kennedy Boulevard | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| East Main Street (Siloam Springs) | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| North Broadway Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Sherwood Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Country Club Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 140 mi, about 2h 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Siloam Springs, AR and Sherwood, AR.
1
Start on North Broadway Street
0.3 mi
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1 min
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North Broadway Street
2
Continue on East Main Street (Siloam Springs)
1.2 mi
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2 min
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East Main Street (Siloam Springs)
3
Continue on East Main Street
0.1 mi
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17 sec
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East Main Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto US 412; AR 59
19 mi
·
25 min
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US 412; AR 59
Use the straight lane.
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
Use the right lane.
6
Merge onto I 49; US 62; US 71
51 mi
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52 min
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I 49; US 62; US 71
Use the straight lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
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49 sec
Toward I 40 East: Alma, Little Rock
8
Merge onto I 40; US 71
140 mi
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2 hr 20 min
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I 40; US 71
9
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Use the right lane.
10
Continue on I- 40 Access Road
368 ft
·
7 sec
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I- 40 Access Road
11
At end of road, turn left onto AR 107
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
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John F Kennedy Boulevard
12
Continue on AR 107
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
John F Kennedy Boulevard
13
Turn right onto North Hills Boulevard
480 ft
·
17 sec
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North Hills Boulevard
14
Turn left onto Country Club Road
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
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Country Club Road
15
Turn right onto Sherwood Avenue
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
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Sherwood Avenue
16
Turn left onto Wildwood Avenue
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
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Wildwood Avenue
17
Turn left onto South Fairway Avenue
181 ft
·
7 sec
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South Fairway Avenue
18
Arrive at destination
South Fairway Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 3 hour 53 minute drive time, leaving in the morning will give you plenty of daylight to complete the 217.6 miles. The $34 fuel cost is an estimate, so check current prices before you depart. With only one recommended stop, you can be flexible with your timing; consider a brief break around the halfway mark if needed. Since you'll be on I 40 for a significant portion, keep an eye on traffic conditions, especially as you get closer to Little Rock.
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 108.8 miles from Siloam Springs, AR, or about 1h 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 140 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 48 miles or 57m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 108.8 miles or 1h 59m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sherwood, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Siloam Springs, 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 Siloam Springs, AR
This is one driving day of about 217.6 miles and 3h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 48 miles from Siloam Springs, 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 140 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
109 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 48 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 108.8 miles from Siloam Springs, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 140 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Overlook Rest Area - Westbound
0.1 mi from route
Big Piney Rest Area - Westbound
0.1 mi from route
Ozark Rest Area - Westbound
0.1 mi from route
Big Piney Rest Area – Eastbound
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Tobo's 66 Travel Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.2 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.3 mi from route
TA
0.3 mi from route
QuikTrip
0.3 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
1.9 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 1.6 and 212.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
1.6 mi into trip
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~4m in
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US 412; AR 59
At end of road, turn left onto US 412; AR 59
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
20.7 mi into trip
|
~29m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
20.9 mi into trip
|
~29m in
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I 49; US 62; US 71
Merge onto I 49; US 62; US 71
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
72.3 mi into trip
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~1h 22m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 40 East: Alma, Little Rock
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 40 East: Alma, Little Rock
5
212.9 mi into trip
|
~3h 44m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$33.45 one way
$66.89 round trip
$3.90/gal
25.4 MPG avg
76 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.32 | $36.99 | $73.98 |
| premium | $4.65 | $39.81 | $79.62 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $45.83 | $91.67 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 76.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 65.3 | 0 | $22.85 | $10.44 |
| Efficient EV | 54.4 | 0 | $19.04 | $8.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 87 | 1 | $30.46 | $13.93 |
Gas CO2
76 kg
EV CO2
25 kg (67% 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.
Origin
Siloam Springs, AR
Afternoon in Siloam Springs on Wednesday
Local time
2:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Mostly Cloudy
E 5 mph
15% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued June 2 at 7:33PM CDT until June 8 at 1:00AM CDT by NWS Little Rock AR
Destination
Sherwood, AR
Afternoon in Sherwood on Wednesday
Local time
2:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Partly Cloudy
NE 10 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued June 2 at 7:33PM CDT until June 8 at 1:00AM 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
1 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
3h 53m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly on highways, with 97% of the 217.6 miles covered by interstates. You'll experience a long stretch of 140 miles on I 40 without needing to exit. The transition to surface roads will be minimal, likely occurring only as you approach your destination in Sherwood. Expect a consistent cruising experience with frequent exits along the interstate segments.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 140 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and I 49. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in near US 412; AR 59.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 217.6 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles (US 412; AR 59): Lane positioning matters here; at 20.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 20.9 miles (I 49; US 62; US 71): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,696 ft
306 ft
Total Climb
625 ft
Total Descent
1,428 ft
Highest Point
1,696 ft
~46.6 mi in
Elevation Range
1,390 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Siloam Springs, AR to Sherwood, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Little Rock along the way.
Little Rock
72.3 mi in
|
~1h 22m
Detours Along the Way
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
Cafe on Broadway
Cafe
Near the start, right off the route
0.2 mi from route
Siloam Springs, AR
Cuisine: breakfast;sandwich
7 Brew Coffee
Cafe
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.7 mi from route
~2 min detour
North Little Rock, AR
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Visit websiteConscious Coco
Cafe
Near the start, short detour
First break
1.3 mi from route
~3 min detour
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Hours: Mo-We 07:00-14:00; Th-Sa 07:00-21:00; Su...
Visit websiteBlue Diamond Cafe
Cafe
Later in the drive, short detour
Final third
1.1 mi from route
~3 min detour
7 Brew
Cafe
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
1.8 mi from route
~4 min detour
North Little Rock, AR
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Visit websiteOld Pine Coffee Roasters
Cafe
Near the start, short detour
First break
1.7 mi from route
~4 min detour
Hours: Mo-Sa 07:00-19:00; Su 12:00-18:00
Visit websiteBamboo Hibachi Sherwood
Restaurant
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.5 mi from route
~1 min detour
Cuisine: chicken;chinese;japanese;local;seafood;sushi
Hours: Mo-Sa 11:00-14:30,16:00-21:30
Visit websiteJive Turkeys
Fast_food
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.5 mi from route
~1 min detour
Sherwood, AR
Cuisine: chicken;wings
Hours: We 10:00-14:00,17:00-21:00; Th 10:00-14:...
Visit websiteGadwall's Grill
Restaurant
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.6 mi from route
~1 min detour
Cuisine: american
Hours: Mo-Su 11:00-21:00
Visit websiteShaved Ice
Fast_food
Near the start, right off the route
0.3 mi from route
~1 min detour
Cuisine: dessert
Kung Fu Egg Roll
Fast_food
Near the start, right off the route
0.3 mi from route
~1 min detour
Cuisine: chinese;asian
McDonald's
Fast_food
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Halfway reset
0.9 mi from route
~2 min detour
AR
Cuisine: burger
Hours: Mo-Th 05:00-23:00; Fr-Sa 05:00-24:00; Su...
Visit websiteLakewood Village Ampatheater
Park
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
1.4 mi from route
~3 min detour
Blasingame Soccer Complex
Park
Early in the drive, short detour
Early stretch
1.7 mi from route
~4 min detour
Alma, AR
West Side Park
Park
Around the midpoint, short detour
Halfway reset
1.7 mi from route
~4 min detour
West City Park
Park
Around the midpoint, short detour
Halfway reset
1.8 mi from route
~4 min detour
Camp Robinson Camping Area 1
Camp_site
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
1.8 mi from route
~5 min detour
Camp Robinson Camping Area 4
Camp_site
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
2.2 mi from route
~5 min detour
Grand Army of the Republic Memorial
Memorial
Near the start, right off the route
0.4 mi from route
~1 min detour
Bayou Meto Art Drain
Artwork
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.9 mi from route
~2 min detour
Strengthen the Arm of Liberty Monument
Yes
Near the start, short detour
First break
1.5 mi from route
~4 min detour
The Old Mill
Memorial
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
2.1 mi from route
~5 min detour
Operation Iraqi Freedom
Memorial
Later in the drive, short detour
Final third
2.4 mi from route
~6 min detour
Big Blue
Artwork
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
3 mi from route
~8 min detour
Home 2 Suites
Hotel
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
2 mi from route
~5 min detour
North Little Rock, AR
Visit websiteCamp Robinson Camping Area 1
Camp_site
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
1.8 mi from route
~5 min detour
Camp Robinson Camping Area 4
Camp_site
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
2.2 mi from route
~5 min detour
Fort Smith Alma RV Park
Camp_site
Early in the drive, short detour
Early stretch
2.9 mi from route
~7 min detour
Alma, AR
Visit websiteCamp Robinson SUA Camp Ground
Camp_site
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
2.9 mi from route
~7 min detour
Points of interest from OpenStreetMap contributors. Listings may not reflect current hours or availability.
About the Cities
Starting in Siloam Springs, AR
Full guide →Founded 1881
Siloam Springs is a city of 17,000 people (2019) in the Ozarks region of Arkansas. Siloam Springs is known for its efforts to preserve and revitalize the city's historic downtown and as a promoter of the arts via Sager Creek Arts Center and the John Brown University campus and art gallery.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 53m. Total distance: 217.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 140 miles on I 40. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 17 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.
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: at 1.6 miles (US 412; AR 59): Lane positioning matters here; at 20.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 20.9 miles (I 49; US 62; US 71): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 3.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Sherwood, AR, but most travelers stay overnight.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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