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Trip from Texarkana, AR to Springdale, AR

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 57m

Distance

245.1 mi

394 km

Drive Score

10/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$34

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min
4 AM
4h 44m ★
6 AM
4h 58m
8 AM
5h 25m
10 AM
5h 7m
12 PM
5h 5m
3 PM
5h 9m
5 PM
5h 23m
8 PM
4h 50m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Miller County, Arkansas, United States

Texarkana, AR

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city in Washington County, Arkansas, United States

Springdale, AR

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Trip Overview

This 245.1-mile journey from Texarkana, AR, to Springdale, AR, is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 4 hours and 57 minutes. You'll primarily navigate US 71 and I-49, with a significant portion of the drive, 58%, being on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $37, making it an economical choice for exploring more of Arkansas. Given its manageable length and duration, it's a perfect day trip, allowing you to reach your destination with ample time to spare.

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

122.6 miles from Texarkana, AR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 35m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 71 86.5 mi 1h 42m
North Lakeside Drive 51.2 mi 59m
I 49 46.4 mi 47m
Main Street 24.3 mi 32m
North State Line Avenue 20.2 mi 27m
US 59 8 mi 11m
South Thompson Street 3.3 mi 5m
Fulbright Expressway 2.2 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 Springdale, 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 right at fork onto US 71B

2.2 mi · 2 min · Fulbright Expressway
Exit 67B Toward US 71B: Fayetteville Business District Use the slight right lane.
14

Continue on US 71B

1.3 mi · 2 min · North College Avenue
15

Continue on US 71B

3.3 mi · 5 min · South Thompson Street
16

Turn right onto West Johnson Avenue

0.6 mi · 1 min · West Johnson Avenue
17

At end of road, turn left onto North Commercial Street

119 ft · 5 sec · North Commercial Street
18

Arrive at destination

North Commercial Street

Trip Plan

Start your drive early to maximize your day and avoid any potential afternoon traffic. With a duration under five hours, you might only need one planned stop, but keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 86.5-mile stretch on US 71. The $37 fuel cost is a good estimate, but always factor in a little extra for unexpected detours or local exploration. Since this is a single-day trip, you have the flexibility to depart when it suits you best, but an early start is generally recommended.

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 122.6 miles from Texarkana, AR, or about 2h 35m 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 54 miles or 1h 14m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 122.6 miles or 2h 35m 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 7m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Springdale, 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.

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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 Texarkana, AR

This is one driving day of about 245.1 miles and 4h 57m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 54 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.

city in Polk County, Arkansas, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Mena, AR

123 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

De Queen, AR

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 54 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Mena, AR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 122.6 miles from Texarkana, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top 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.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop

Sue N' Carol's Kitchen

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Texarkana, Arkansas

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+18707740859

Fat Jacks Oyster and Sports Bar

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Texarkana, Arkansas

1 mi

Lewis' Family Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Fort Smith, Arkansas

0.8 mi

Best coffee break · early in the drive

Pearls Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Hatfield, Arkansas

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Early stretch · 1h 46m in 0.1 mi from route $1 to $10

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

+18705821394

Visit website

Shelby's Cafe

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Hatfield, Arkansas

0.1 mi

Café Lucille

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Texarkana, Texas

1.4 mi

Sue N' Carol's Kitchen

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Texarkana, Arkansas

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+18707740859

Fat Jacks Oyster and Sports Bar

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30

Texarkana, Arkansas

Hours: 11 AM–2 AM

+18707745225

Visit website

Lewis' Family Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

Final third 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Fort Smith, Arkansas

Hours: 6 am–3 pm

+14796464309

Golden Lady Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Texarkana, Arkansas

Hours: 11 am–6 pm

+18707724765

Visit website

Old Tyme Burger Shoppe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Texarkana, Arkansas

Hours: 7 AM–7 PM

+18707725775

Visit website

Hopkins Icehouse

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Texarkana, Arkansas

Hours: 11 am–12 pm

+18707743333

Visit website

Verona Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour Moderately

Texarkana, Arkansas

Hours: 5–9 pm

+18707734444

Visit website

Stilwell's Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

De Queen, Arkansas

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+18706422872

Visit website

Pearls Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Early stretch 0.1 mi from route $1 to $10

Hatfield, Arkansas

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

+18705821394

Visit website

Shelby's Cafe

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Early stretch 0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Hatfield, Arkansas

Hours: 12–8 am

+18703896998

Visit website

Café Lucille

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Texarkana, Texas

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+19036175613

Visit website

Alley Cats Coffee Bar

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Texarkana, Arkansas

Hours: 8 am–7 pm

+18703304867

Visit website

Country Cafe Diner

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Texarkana, Arkansas

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+18702165373

Visit website

The Stained Page

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10

Texarkana, Texas

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+19037927950

Visit website

Panini Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10

Fort Smith, Arkansas

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+14797631047

GoodLuxe

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Texarkana, Arkansas

Hours: 8 am–1 pm

+18703611962

Visit website

Schlotzsky's Deli

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Texarkana, Arkansas

Hours: 10 AM–8 PM

+18707720277

Visit website

Subies Deli & Grill

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Texarkana, Texas

Hours: 10 AM–7 PM

+19037935077

Visit website

Dirty Dough Cookies - Texarkana

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour Inexpensiv

Texarkana, Arkansas

Hours: 10 AM–9 PM

+19035733512

Visit website

Julie's Deli

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Texarkana, Texas

Hours: 9:30 am–5:30 pm

+19037923354

Visit website

Phase II - Bar & Grill Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Texarkana, Texas

Hours: 5:30–11 PM

+19037923222

Mr. D’s

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20

Texarkana, Arkansas

Hours: Closed

+18707723819

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 0 and 237.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | County Avenue

Turn right onto County Avenue

Navigation decision point

5
0.3 mi into trip | ~0m in | East 24th Street

Turn left onto East 24th Street

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
8
237.7 mi into trip | ~4h 44m in | US 71B / Fulbright Expressway

Keep slight right at fork onto US 71B / Fulbright Expressway toward US 71B: Fayetteville Business District

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 67B Toward US 71B: Fayetteville Business District

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$34.02 one way

$68.05 round trip

$3.53/gal 25.4 MPG avg 86 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $3.95 $38.07 $76.14
premium $4.29 $41.39 $82.77
diesel $4.80 $46.28 $92.56

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$34

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$59–$84

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 85.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.

Driving Electric?

About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 73.5 0 $25.74 $11.76
Efficient EV 61.3 0 $21.45 $9.80
EV Truck/SUV 98 1 $34.31 $15.69

Gas CO2

86 kg

EV CO2

29 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.

Forecast as of Jul 18, 2026

Origin

Texarkana, AR

Late night in Texarkana on Sunday

Local time

4:21 AM

CDT

Current temp

94°F

Mostly Sunny

SW 5 mph 1% chance Live forecast

Heat Advisory

Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 4:25AM CDT until July 18 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Memphis TN

Heat Advisory

Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 1:07AM CDT until July 18 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Little Rock AR

Destination

Springdale, AR

Late night in Springdale on Sunday

Local time

4:21 AM

CDT

Current temp

90°F

Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

SW 5 to 10 mph 17% chance Live forecast

Heat Advisory

Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 4:25AM CDT until July 18 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Memphis TN

Heat Advisory

Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 1:07AM CDT until July 18 at 8:00PM 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

4 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 57m 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 58% of the route on highways providing efficient travel. You'll encounter an 86.5-mile stretch on US 71, which likely offers a more scenic and varied drive compared to pure interstate. Expect the road to transition between faster highway sections and potentially more local road segments as you progress north. The 'mixed drive' profile suggests you won't be stuck in a monotonous interstate grind for the entire trip, offering a dynamic driving experience.

58% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
18 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?

5/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near County Avenue.

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 245.1 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: near the start (County Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (East 24th Street): 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.

Elevation Profile

Gently rolling terrain

1,506 ft 331 ft

Total Climb

1,851 ft

Total Descent

887 ft

Highest Point

1,506 ft

~227.6 mi in

Elevation Range

1,176 ft

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 Springdale, 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

Arriving in Springdale, AR

Full guide →

Founded 1838

Springdale is in the Ozarks region of Northwest Arkansas.

Top landmarks

  • • Shiloh Museum of Ozark History — history museum in Springdale, Arkansas

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 57m. Total distance: 245.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (58%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

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.

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: near the start (County Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (East 24th Street): 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.

Possible but tiring. At 5.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Springdale, 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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