Origin
Texarkana, AR
Late night in Texarkana on Tuesday
Local time
3:45 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Texarkana, AR to Centerton, 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
5h 16m
Distance
262.9 mi
423 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$40
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 3m
★
6 AM
5h 16m
8 AM
5h 43m
10 AM
5h 25m
12 PM
5h 23m
3 PM
5h 27m
5 PM
5h 42m
8 PM
5h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Texarkana, AR
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Centerton, AR
Tima Miroshnichenko
Trip Overview
Texarkana, AR to Centerton, AR is 262.9 miles and takes about 5h 16m via US 71 and I 49, with a fuel budget near $40 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Arkansas, moving from the Southeast region to the Northwest. It's a straightforward, mixed-drive route that makes for a manageable one-day journey. You'll encounter a good share of highway driving, but also some stretches on other main roads. Consider this if you're looking for a practical way to get between these two points without too much fuss.
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
131.4 miles from Texarkana, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 45m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 71 | 86.5 mi | 1h 42m |
| I 49 | 64.1 mi | 1h 6m |
| North Lakeside Drive | 51.2 mi | 59m |
| Main Street | 24.3 mi | 32m |
| North State Line Avenue | 20.2 mi | 27m |
| US 59 | 8 mi | 11m |
| Southwest 14th Street | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| East Centerton Boulevard | 1.9 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US 71
— 86.5 mi, about 1h 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Texarkana, AR and Centerton, AR.
1
Start on East 20th Street
180 ft
·
9 sec
·
East 20th Street
2
Turn right onto County Avenue
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
County Avenue
3
Turn left onto East 24th Street
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
East 24th Street
4
At end of road, turn right onto US 71
20 mi
·
27 min
·
North State Line Avenue
5
Continue on US 59; US 71
24 mi
·
32 min
·
Main Street
6
Continue on US 59; US 70; US 71; US 371
8.0 mi
·
11 min
·
US 59; US 70; US 71; US 371
7
Turn right onto US 59; US 71
51 mi
·
59 min
·
North Lakeside Drive
8
Continue on US 71; US 270
70 mi
·
1 hr 23 min
·
US 71; US 270
9
Take the exit onto US 71
12 mi
·
14 min
·
US 71
Toward 540 North
10
Keep slight right at fork onto US 71
4.6 mi
·
4 min
·
US 71
Toward I 40 East: Little Rock, Memphis
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on I 49
46 mi
·
47 min
·
I 49
Use the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 49; US 62; US 71
18 mi
·
19 min
·
I 49; US 62; US 71
Use the straight lane.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
Toward Bentonville, Rogers
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward Bentonville
16
Turn straight onto AR 12
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeast Walton Boulevard
17
Continue on South Walton Boulevard
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
South Walton Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
18
Turn left onto AR 102
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Southwest 14th Street
19
Continue on AR 102
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
East Centerton Boulevard
20
Turn right onto AR 102B
492 ft
·
14 sec
·
North Main Street
21
Turn left onto West Spring Street
91 ft
·
4 sec
·
West Spring Street
22
Arrive at destination
West Spring Street
Trip Plan
With a drive time of just over 5 hours, this is definitely a trip you can complete in a single day. Aim for an early morning departure from Texarkana to maximize your daylight and allow for any unexpected delays. While the drive is under 90 miles between major highway changes, a single stop around the halfway point would be sufficient for fuel and a break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before hitting the 86.5-mile stretch on US 71, as services might be more spaced out in certain sections. Given the efficient nature of the route, you have the flexibility to decide on your stop timing as you go.
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 131.4 miles from Texarkana, AR, or about 2h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 86.5 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 58 miles or 1h 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 131.4 miles or 2h 45m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Centerton, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Texarkana, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Texarkana, AR
This is one driving day of about 262.9 miles and 5h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 58 miles from Texarkana, 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 71 for about 86.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
131 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 58 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 131.4 miles from Texarkana, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 71 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 86.5 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 135 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 255.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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County Avenue
Turn right onto County Avenue
Navigation decision point
8
186.1 mi into trip
|
~3h 50m in
|
US 71
Keep slight right at fork onto US 71 toward I 40 East: Little Rock, Memphis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 40 East: Little Rock, Memphis
6
190.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 55m in
Take the exit toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
6
237.7 mi into trip
|
~4h 44m in
|
I 49; US 62; US 71
Keep slight left at fork onto I 49; US 62; US 71
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
255.7 mi into trip
|
~5h 4m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Bentonville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward Bentonville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$39.70 one way
$79.41 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
92 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $43.59 | $87.17 |
| premium | $4.56 | $47.19 | $94.37 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $58.05 | $116.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$40
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$65–$90
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 92 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 78.9 | 0 | $27.60 | $12.62 |
| Efficient EV | 65.7 | 0 | $23.00 | $10.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 105.2 | 1 | $36.81 | $16.83 |
Gas CO2
92 kg
EV CO2
31 kg (66% 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
Centerton, AR
Late night in Centerton on Tuesday
Local time
3:45 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
78°F
Booneville, AR
131 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
8 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
5h 16m 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 drive offers a mixed experience, with 60% of the journey on highways. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on US 71 and I 49, which means consistent speeds for much of the trip. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 86.5 miles on US 71, offering a solid period of steady progress. As you move through Arkansas, expect the road character to shift between efficient interstate travel and other main arterial routes. It’s not a purely scenic byway, but rather a functional path designed for reaching your destination.
60% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 86.5 mi on US 71.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near County Avenue.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 262.9 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (County Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 186.1 miles (US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 190.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
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 Texarkana, AR to Centerton, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Memphis along the way.
Memphis
186.1 mi in
|
~3h 50m
|
via US 71
About the Cities
Starting in Texarkana, AR
Full guide →Texarkana is a city of 150,000 people (2016) in the Piney Woods region of Texas and the Timberlands region of Arkansas.
Top landmarks
- • Texarkana Union Station — railway station in Texarkana, the United States of America
- • Four States Auto Museum — automobile museum in Texarkana, Arkansas
- • United States Post Office and Courthouse — building in Texarkana, Bowie County, Texas
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 5h 16m. Total distance: 262.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 86.5 miles on US 71. 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.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Centerton, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (County Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 186.1 miles (US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 190.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.3 hours each way, a round trip means 10.5 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Centerton, AR before the return drive.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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