White Hall, AR to Springdale, AR is 233.7 miles and takes about 4h 6m via US 65 and I 49, with a fuel budget near $34 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Arkansas, covering ground in the Southeast region before heading northwest. The route is predominantly highway driving, making it a straightforward trip. With a recommended one-day drive, you'll find it's a practical way to connect these two points in the state 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
116.8 miles from White Hall, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 1m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 65
141 mi
2h 22m
I 49
46.4 mi
47m
I 530
31.6 mi
31m
I 30
4.2 mi
5m
South Thompson Street
3.3 mi
5m
Fulbright Expressway
2.2 mi
2m
Dollarway Road
1.4 mi
2m
North College Avenue
1.3 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
US 65
— 141 mi, about 2h 22m
Traffic on I-530
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 4 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~881 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,083
Quietest
2 AM
~65 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
13.6×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 15 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between White Hall, AR and Springdale, AR.
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Start on AR 365
1.4 mi·2 min·Dollarway Road
2
Turn left onto AR 256
0.6 mi·1 min·West Hoadley Road
3
Continue on AR 256
0.6 mi·1 min·West Holland Avenue
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·39 sec
5
Merge onto I 530; US 65
32 mi·31 min·I 530; US 65
6
Continue on I 30; US 65; US 67; US 167
4.2 mi·5 min·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 143AToward 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
46 mi·47 min·I 49
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 71B
2.2 mi·2 min·Fulbright Expressway
Exit 67BToward US 71B: Fayetteville Business DistrictUse the slight right lane.
12
Continue on US 71B
1.3 mi·2 min·North College Avenue
13
Continue on US 71B
3.3 mi·5 min·South Thompson Street
14
Turn right onto West Johnson Avenue
0.6 mi·1 min·West Johnson Avenue
15
At end of road, turn left onto North Commercial Street
119 ft·5 sec·North Commercial Street
16
Arrive at destination
North Commercial Street
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour drive time, you can easily complete this trip in a single day. Departing in the morning will give you plenty of daylight to reach Springdale, AR. The longest unbroken stretch is 141 miles on US 65, so plan your fuel stop before you get too low, as services might be spread out. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in when and where you take a break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during that long stretch on US 65, to avoid any unexpected delays.
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 116.8 miles from White Hall, AR, or about 2h 1m 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 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 116.8 miles or 2h 1m 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 17m
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 White Hall, 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 White Hall, AR
This is one driving day of about 233.7 miles and 4h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 51 miles from White Hall, 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.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.4 and 226.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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1.4 mi into trip|~2m in|AR 256 / West Hoadley Road
Turn left onto AR 256 / West Hoadley Road
Navigation decision point
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38.6 mi into trip|~42m 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...
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38.9 mi into trip|~42m 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.
4
179.6 mi into trip|~3h 4m in
Take the exit toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
8
226.3 mi into trip|~3h 52m 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
$32.44 one way
$64.88 round trip
$3.53/gal25.4 MPG avg82 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$3.95
$36.30
$72.59
premium
$4.29
$39.46
$78.92
diesel
$4.80
$44.13
$88.25
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 81.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
70.1
0
$24.54
$11.22
Efficient EV
58.4
0
$20.45
$9.35
EV Truck/SUV
93.5
1
$32.72
$14.96
Gas CO2
82 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.
Forecast as of Jul 18, 2026
Origin
White Hall, AR
Late night
in White Hall on Sunday
Local time
5:36 AM
CDT
Current temp
95°F
Sunny
WSW 5 mph2% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 10:12AM CDT until July 20 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 4:25AM CDT until July 18 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Memphis TN
Destination
Springdale, AR
Late night
in Springdale on Sunday
Local time
5:36 AM
CDT
Current temp
91°F
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 10 mph23% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 10:12AM CDT until July 20 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 4:25AM CDT until July 18 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Memphis TN
73°F
Delaware, AR
117 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
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 6m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect to spend 96% of your time on the highway, with 141 miles of this stretch on US 65. This means you'll encounter mostly high-speed cruising with limited interruptions. The highway portion will likely feel continuous, with relatively few exits for extended periods. You'll transition to surface roads for a small fraction of the total mileage, so be prepared for a change in pace as you near your destination.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 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?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 65 and I 49. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.4 miles in near AR 256 / West Hoadley Road.
Driving Effort6/10
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 233.7 miles you will encounter 9 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 1.4 miles (AR 256 / West Hoadley Road): Navigation decision point; at 38.6 miles (US 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38.9 miles (US 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,592 ft261 ft
Total Climb
1,628 ft
Total Descent
585 ft
Highest Point
1,592 ft
~200.3 mi in
Elevation Range
1,331 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 White Hall, AR to Springdale, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Smith along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 6m. Total distance: 233.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). 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.
Yes — we found about 16 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 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 Springdale, 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 16 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles (AR 256 / West Hoadley Road): Navigation decision point; at 38.6 miles (US 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38.9 miles (US 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Springdale, AR, but most travelers stay overnight.
