If you are planning a trip from Wooster to Fayetteville, expect to cover 161.9 miles over the course of about 2 hours and 30 minutes. This journey is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as it does not require an overnight stay to manage the distance comfortably. You should budget approximately $25 for fuel to complete the trip. Your path will take you along Patton Road, I-49 North, and AR-112, keeping you within the Southeast region of Arkansas throughout the duration. Because the route is categorized as a turn-heavy local drive, it offers a more involved experience than a standard interstate commute.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
80.8 miles from Wooster, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 25m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 40
110.7 mi
1h 50m
I 49
40.3 mi
40m
Patton Road
6.3 mi
10m
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
South Cato Springs Road
0.2 mi
<1m
South College Avenue
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 110.7 mi, about 1h 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wooster, AR and Fayetteville, AR.
1
Start on AR 285
39 ft·0 sec·Robinson Road
2
Continue on AR 25
6.3 mi·10 min·Patton Road
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·45 sec
4
Merge onto I 40
111 mi·1 hr 50 min·I 40
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi·48 sec
Toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
6
Continue on I 49
40 mi·40 min·I 49
Use the slight right lane.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi·43 sec
Toward AR 112, AR 265
8
Turn slight right onto AR 265
0.2 mi·23 sec·South Cato Springs Road
9
Continue on South Razorback Road
1.4 mi·2 min·South Razorback Road
10
Turn right onto AR 180
0.9 mi·2 min·West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Turn left onto South School Avenue
0.1 mi·15 sec·South School Avenue
Use the left lane.
12
Turn slight right onto South Nelson Hackett Boulevard
0.4 mi·52 sec·South Nelson Hackett Boulevard
13
Continue on South College Avenue
0.2 mi·26 sec·South College Avenue
14
Turn right onto East Center Street
147 ft·8 sec·East Center Street
15
Turn right
79 ft·5 sec
16
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. With only one recommended stop planned, you can easily pace the 2 hour and 30 minute drive to suit your energy levels. Keep in mind that because this route relies on turn-heavy local roads, it is wise to double-check your navigation before setting out to ensure you stay on track through the various turns. Factor the $25 fuel cost into your budget early so you can focus on the road ahead. Given the technical nature of the drive, prioritize daylight travel to make navigating the turns on Patton Road and AR-112 much more straightforward.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 80.8 miles from Wooster, AR, or about 1h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 110.7 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 36 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 80.8 miles or 1h 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 17m
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 Wooster, 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 Wooster, AR
This is one driving day of about 161.7 miles and 2h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Wooster, 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 110.7 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 7
5 decision points cluster between mile 117.4 and 161.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
117.4 mi into trip|~2h 2m in
Take the exit toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
5
158 mi into trip|~2h 43m 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
160.1 mi into trip|~2h 47m 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
161 mi into trip|~2h 49m in|South School Avenue
Turn left onto South School Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
161.7 mi into trip|~2h 50m in|East Center Street
Turn right onto East Center Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$24.42 one way
$48.84 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg57 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$26.81
$53.62
premium
$4.56
$29.02
$58.05
diesel
$5.61
$35.70
$71.40
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 56.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
48.5
0
$16.98
$7.76
Efficient EV
40.4
0
$14.15
$6.47
EV Truck/SUV
64.7
0
$22.64
$10.35
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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 Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Wooster, AR
Late night
in Wooster on Sunday
Local time
5:05 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Fayetteville, AR
Late night
in Fayetteville on Sunday
Local time
5:05 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
2h 51m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Prepare for a drive that demands your full attention, as the route is characterized by its turn-heavy, local nature rather than a simple highway cruise. You will spend 0% of your time on traditional highways, relying instead on a mix of local roads like Patton Road and AR-112 to navigate the terrain. While I-49 North is part of your path, the overall feel is that of an active, technical drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. Expect the road conditions to shift as you transition between these smaller routes, requiring you to stay alert for frequent turns. This is not a monotonous, high-speed interstate grind; it is a hands-on journey through the regional landscape.
93% 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: 110.7 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and I 49. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 117.4 miles in.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Wooster, AR to Fayetteville, AR is easy. At 2h 51m with 93% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 117.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 158 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 160.1 miles (AR 180 / West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 51m. Total distance: 161.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 110.7 miles on I 40. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 117.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 158 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 160.1 miles (AR 180 / West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Fayetteville, AR before heading back.
