Origin
Sulphur Springs, AR
Morning in Sulphur Springs on Tuesday
Local time
8:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sulphur Springs, AR to Fayetteville, AR
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 4m
Distance
232.9 mi
375 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$35
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 51m
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6 AM
4h 5m
8 AM
4h 31m
10 AM
4h 14m
12 PM
4h 11m
3 PM
4h 15m
5 PM
4h 29m
8 PM
3h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sulphur Springs, AR
Brett Buskirk
Trip Overview
Sulphur Springs, AR to Fayetteville, AR is 232.9 miles and takes about 4h 4m via US 65 and I 49, with a fuel budget near $35 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Arkansas, moving from the Southeast region to another part of the Southeast. It's a largely highway route, making it a straightforward trip for a single day. With a recommended single day for this drive, it offers a practical way to cover a good distance without needing an overnight stop.
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
116.5 miles from Sulphur Springs, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 2m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 65 | 141 mi | 2h 22m |
| I 49 | 40.3 mi | 40m |
| Wiley A Branton Sr Highway | 39.3 mi | 40m |
| I 30 | 4.2 mi | 5m |
| Sulphur Springs Road | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| South Razorback Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| South Nelson Hackett Boulevard | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 65
— 141 mi, about 2h 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sulphur Springs, AR and Fayetteville, AR.
1
Start on Lowman Road
52 ft
·
7 sec
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Lowman Road
2
Turn left onto AR 54
3.6 mi
·
6 min
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Sulphur Springs Road
3
Turn slight left onto US 79
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
South Camden Road
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
5
Merge onto I 530; US 65
39 mi
·
40 min
·
Wiley A Branton Sr Highway
6
Continue on I 30; US 65; US 67; US 167
4.2 mi
·
5 min
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I 30; US 65; US 67; US 167
7
Keep slight left at fork onto US 65
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
US 65
Exit 143A
Toward I 40 West, US 65 North, AR 107 North: Conway, Fort Smith
8
Keep slight left at fork onto US 65
141 mi
·
2 hr 22 min
·
US 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
10
Continue on I 49
40 mi
·
40 min
·
I 49
Use the slight right lane.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
Toward AR 112, AR 265
12
Turn slight right onto AR 265
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
South Cato Springs Road
13
Continue on South Razorback Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South Razorback Road
14
Turn right onto AR 180
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Turn left onto South School Avenue
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
South School Avenue
Use the left lane.
16
Turn slight right onto South Nelson Hackett Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
South Nelson Hackett Boulevard
17
Continue on South College Avenue
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
South College Avenue
18
Turn right onto East Center Street
147 ft
·
8 sec
·
East Center Street
19
Turn right
79 ft
·
5 sec
20
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given this is a single-day trip, leaving Sulphur Springs in the morning is ideal to give yourself plenty of daylight. Plan for one stop along the way; the longest stretch without a major change in road type is 141 miles on US 65, so consider breaking it up around the halfway point of that segment. Fuel costs are estimated at $35, so ensure your tank is adequately filled before you depart or at your planned stop. You'll be on highways for about 80% of the trip, so keep an eye on traffic patterns as you get closer to Fayetteville.
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 116.5 miles from Sulphur Springs, AR, or about 2h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 141 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 51 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 116.5 miles or 2h 2m 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 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fayetteville, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Sulphur 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 Sulphur Springs, AR
This is one driving day of about 232.9 miles and 4h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 51 miles from Sulphur 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 US 65 for about 141 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
116 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 51 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 116.5 miles from Sulphur Springs, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 65 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 141 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 47.7 and 232.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
47.7 mi into trip
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~52m in
|
US 65
Keep slight left at fork onto US 65 toward I 40 West, US 65 North, AR 107 North: Conway, Fort Smith
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 143A
Toward I 40 West, US 65 North, AR 107 North: Co...
6
47.9 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
US 65
Keep slight left at fork onto US 65
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
229.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 56m in
Take the exit toward AR 112, AR 265
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward AR 112, AR 265
5
231.3 mi into trip
|
~4h in
|
AR 180 / West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Turn right onto AR 180 / West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
232.2 mi into trip
|
~4h 2m in
|
South School Avenue
Turn left onto South School Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$35.17 one way
$70.35 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
82 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $38.61 | $77.22 |
| premium | $4.56 | $41.80 | $83.61 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $51.42 | $102.84 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 81.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 69.9 | 0 | $24.45 | $11.18 |
| Efficient EV | 58.2 | 0 | $20.38 | $9.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 93.2 | 1 | $32.61 | $14.91 |
Gas CO2
81 kg
EV CO2
27 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.
Destination
Fayetteville, AR
Morning in Fayetteville on Tuesday
Local time
8:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
72°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
5 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
4h 4m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is mostly highway, with 80% of the 232.9 miles on freeways like I 49 and US 65. You'll experience a long stretch of 141 miles on US 65, which will likely feel like consistent cruising. Towards the end of the drive, expect more merging and exit activity as you approach and enter the Fayetteville area.
80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 141 mi on US 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 65 and I 49. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 47.7 miles in near US 65.
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 232.9 miles you will encounter 11 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 47.7 miles (US 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 47.9 miles (US 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 229.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,573 ft
264 ft
Total Climb
1,487 ft
Total Descent
374 ft
Highest Point
1,573 ft
~216.3 mi in
Elevation Range
1,309 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 Sulphur Springs, AR to Fayetteville, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Smith along the way.
Fort Smith
47.7 mi in
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~52m
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via US 65
About the Cities
Arriving in Fayetteville, AR
Full guide →Fayetteville is a city of 87,000 people (2018) in the Ozarks and the Ozarks Region of Arkansas. It is home for the main campus of the University of Arkansas, and has many characteristics of a college town, including many bars, restaurants and specialty stores. It serves as a regional hub for live music and performances, with several venues. Fayetteville is also part of the booming Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers-Bentonville metropolitan area in Northwest Arkansas, and has experienced dramatic growth since the 1990s. Fayetteville's core area of interest centers around the historic downtown square and Dickson Street, which runs between Highway 71B (also known as College Avenue) and the University of Arkansas campus, and is the "main drag" for restaurants and bars.
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 4h 4m. Total distance: 232.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 141 miles on US 65. 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: at 47.7 miles (US 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 47.9 miles (US 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 229.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 4.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Fayetteville, 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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