Origin
Bryant, AR
Late night in Bryant on Friday
Local time
2:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
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Trip from Bryant, AR to Fayetteville, AR
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 28m
Distance
187.5 mi
302 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 15m
★
6 AM
4h 28m
8 AM
4h 55m
10 AM
4h 38m
12 PM
4h 35m
3 PM
4h 39m
5 PM
4h 54m
8 PM
4h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bryant, AR
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Trip Overview
This 187.5-mile drive from Bryant, Arkansas to Fayetteville, Arkansas is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 4 hours and 28 minutes. You'll primarily navigate via US 65 and US 412, with a portion on East Main Street in Fayetteville. With a projected fuel cost of around $28, this highway-focused journey offers a straightforward route within the Southeast region of Arkansas. It's a practical option for those looking to cover ground efficiently, with the flexibility to stop once along the way. The overall feel is that of a classic American road trip, connecting two points within the same state.
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
93.7 miles from Bryant, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 18m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 28m. Total distance: 187.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this 187.5-mile route, with 73% of the drive utilizing major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is about 50 miles on US 65, offering a chance to settle into a steady pace. As you progress, the character of the drive will shift from the initial highways to surface streets as you approach your destination in Fayetteville. This blend means you'll experience both the efficiency of higher-speed travel and the more local feel of navigating town roads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 65 is the longest continuous segment at about 50 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 65 and US 412. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near AR 14; AR 25 / Heber Springs Road.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 28m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (AR 14; AR 25 / Heber Springs Road): Navigation decision point; at 65.1 miles (AR 66 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 65.2 miles (AR 66 / Oak Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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AR 14; AR 25 / Heber Springs Road
At end of road, turn right onto AR 14; AR 25 / Heber Springs Road
Navigation decision point
4
65.1 mi into trip
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~1h 37m in
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AR 66 / Main Street
Turn right onto AR 66 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
65.2 mi into trip
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~1h 37m in
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AR 66 / Oak Street
Turn left onto AR 66 / Oak Street
Navigation decision point
5
127 mi into trip
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~3h 8m in
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US 412
Turn left onto US 412
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
187.1 mi into trip
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~4h 27m in
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North College Avenue
Turn left onto North College Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 65 | 50 mi | 1h 12m |
| US 412 | 40.2 mi | 46m |
| East Main Street | 36.8 mi | 54m |
| AR 45 | 18.9 mi | 30m |
| AR 66 | 15.8 mi | 23m |
| US 62 | 11.6 mi | 17m |
| Heber Springs Road | 6.3 mi | 9m |
| Mountain View Road | 6.1 mi | 9m |
Longest stretch:
US 65
— 50 mi, about 1h 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bryant, AR and Fayetteville, AR.
1
Start on Simpson Road
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
Simpson Road
2
At end of road, turn right onto AR 14; AR 25
6.3 mi
·
9 min
·
Heber Springs Road
3
Turn right onto AR 14
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Mountain View Road
4
Turn straight onto AR 14
37 mi
·
54 min
·
East Main Street
5
Continue on AR 66
16 mi
·
23 min
·
AR 66
6
Turn right onto AR 66
351 ft
·
11 sec
·
Main Street
7
Turn left onto AR 66
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Oak Street
8
Turn right onto US 65
50 mi
·
1 hr 12 min
·
US 65
9
Take the exit onto US 62; US 65; US 412
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
US 62; US 65; US 412
10
Take the exit onto US 62; US 412
6.1 mi
·
8 min
·
US 62; US 412
11
Continue on US 62; US 412
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 62; US 412
Use the straight / left lanes.
12
Turn left onto US 412
40 mi
·
46 min
·
US 412
Use the left lane.
13
Turn left onto US 412B
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
US 412B
14
Turn slight left onto AR 45
19 mi
·
30 min
·
AR 45
15
At end of road, turn right onto AR 45
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East Lafayette Street
16
Turn left onto North College Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North College Avenue
Use the left lane.
17
Turn left onto East Center Street
147 ft
·
8 sec
·
East Center Street
18
Turn right
79 ft
·
5 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour 28-minute duration, starting your drive from Bryant in the morning will allow you ample time to reach Fayetteville without feeling rushed. Factor in one planned stop to break up the 187.5 miles; the 50-mile stretch on US 65 is a good point to consider if you need a break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $28, and it's always wise to top off before heading into longer stretches. Since this is a single-day trip, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience, but an early start maximizes your time upon arrival in 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 93.7 miles from Bryant, AR, or about 2h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 50 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 41 miles or 1h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 93.7 miles or 2h 18m 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 39m
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 Bryant, 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 Bryant, AR
This is one driving day of about 187.5 miles and 4h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 miles from Bryant, 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 50 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 93.7 mi from Bryant, AR · 2h 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
94 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 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 93.7 miles from Bryant, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Fayetteville, AR
The final approach into Fayetteville, AR usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Fayetteville, AR.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.32 one way
$56.63 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
66 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $31.09 | $62.17 |
| premium | $4.56 | $33.65 | $67.31 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $41.40 | $82.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 65.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 56.3 | 0 | $19.69 | $9.00 |
| Efficient EV | 46.9 | 0 | $16.41 | $7.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 75 | 0 | $26.25 | $12.00 |
Gas CO2
66 kg
EV CO2
22 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.
Destination
Fayetteville, AR
Late night in Fayetteville on Friday
Local time
2:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
75°F
Harrison, AR
94 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
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 28m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Bryant, AR to Fayetteville, AR covers 187.5 miles and takes about 4h 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 65, US 412, East Main Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 93.7 miles from Bryant, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $28.32 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h 28m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (AR 14; AR 25 / Heber Springs Road): Navigation decision point; at 65.1 miles (AR 66 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 65.2 miles (AR 66 / Oak Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Bryant, AR to Fayetteville, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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