Springdale, AR to Luxora, AR is 369 miles and takes about 6h 24m via I 40, with a fuel budget near $53 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Southeast region, beginning in Arkansas and ending in Arkansas. Expect a drive that's primarily on the interstate, making for a straightforward trip. Given the duration and highway focus, it's a good option if you're looking for a direct way to get from point A to point B without significant detours.
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
184.5 miles from Springdale, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 12m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 40
264 mi
4h 27m
Fulbright Expressway
48.3 mi
49m
Blues Highway
45.3 mi
45m
AR 158
4.4 mi
8m
North Thompson Street
3.3 mi
6m
North College Avenue
1.5 mi
2m
East Johnson Avenue
0.6 mi
1m
North Commercial Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 264 mi, about 4h 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springdale, AR and Luxora, AR.
1
Start on North Commercial Street
119 ft·7 sec·North Commercial Street
2
Turn right onto East Johnson Avenue
0.6 mi·1 min·East Johnson Avenue
3
Turn left onto US 71B
3.3 mi·6 min·North Thompson Street
4
Continue on US 71B
1.5 mi·2 min·North College Avenue
5
Keep slight right at fork onto US 71B
48 mi·49 min·Fulbright Expressway
Use the straight lane.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·49 sec
Toward I 40 East: Alma, Little Rock
7
Merge onto I 40; US 71
142 mi·2 hr 23 min·I 40; US 71
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40
122 mi·2 hr 3 min·I 40
Toward MemphisUse 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
45 mi·45 min·Blues Highway
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi·39 sec
Toward AR 158: Victoria, Luxora
12
Turn right onto AR 158
4.4 mi·8 min·AR 158
13
Turn left onto AR 158
81 ft·2 sec·North Main Street
14
Arrive at destination
AR 158
Trip Plan
Aim to depart Springdale in the morning to make the most of the 6h 24m drive and arrive in Luxora with time to spare. The 369-mile route is manageable in one day, so you have flexibility on when to stop. Consider a brief stop around the halfway point to stretch your legs and refuel. With a fuel cost estimated at $53, plan your budget accordingly. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you move from the interstate onto Blues Highway, where services might be less frequent.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 184.5 miles from Springdale, AR, or about 3h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 264 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 81 miles or 1h 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 184.5 miles or 3h 12m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Luxora, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Springdale, 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 Springdale, AR
This is one driving day of about 369 miles and 6h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 81 miles from Springdale, 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 264 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 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 5.4 and 364.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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5.4 mi into trip|~10m in|US 71B / Fulbright Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 71B / Fulbright Expressway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
53.7 mi into trip|~1h 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
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196.3 mi into trip|~3h 24m in|I 40
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40 toward Memphis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward Memphis
5
318.3 mi into trip|~5h 28m 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
5
364.3 mi into trip|~6h 16m in
Take the exit toward AR 158: Victoria, Luxora
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward AR 158: Victoria, Luxora
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$57.44 one way
$114.88 round trip
$3.95/gal25.4 MPG avg129 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$63.33
$126.65
premium
$4.71
$68.44
$136.88
diesel
$6.18
$89.77
$179.53
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$57
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$82–$107
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 129.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-12.
Driving Electric?
About $39 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
110.7
1
$38.75
$17.71
Efficient EV
92.3
1
$32.29
$14.76
EV Truck/SUV
147.6
1
$51.66
$23.62
Gas CO2
129 kg
EV CO2
43 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 Oct 19, 2026
Origin
Springdale, AR
Late night
in Springdale on Monday
Local time
5:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
43°F
Mostly Clear
SE 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Luxora, AR
Late night
in Luxora on Monday
Local time
5:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
43°F
Clear
ESE 0 to 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
82°F
Clinton, AR
185 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
6h 24m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
You'll be on highways for 86% of this 369-mile trip. The longest stretch without a major change in road type is 264 miles on I 40. After this, you'll transition to Fulbright Expressway and then Blues Highway, indicating a shift from high-speed interstate cruising to more local roads. Pay attention as you exit I 40, as the road conditions and traffic flow will change.
86% 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: 264 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and Fulbright Expressway. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 5.4 miles in near US 71B / Fulbright Expressway.
Driving Effort5/10
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 369 miles you will encounter 10 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 5.4 miles (US 71B / Fulbright Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 53.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 196.3 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,557 ft208 ft
Total Climb
434 ft
Total Descent
1,513 ft
Highest Point
1,557 ft
~26.4 mi in
Elevation Range
1,350 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Springdale, AR and Luxora, AR, road signs point toward Little Rock, Memphis and Saint Louis.
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 24m. Total distance: 369 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 24m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 264 miles on I 40. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 33 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 is a long drive, so arriving tired and in the dark compounds. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Luxora, 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 33 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.4 miles (US 71B / Fulbright Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 53.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 196.3 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.4 hours each way, a round trip means 12.8 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Luxora, AR before the return drive.
