Origin
Clarendon, AR
Evening in Clarendon on Tuesday
Local time
6:41 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Clarendon, AR to Fayetteville, AR
Data updated 2 hours ago
Drive Time
4h 39m
Distance
253.5 mi
408 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$38
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 26m
★
6 AM
4h 40m
8 AM
5h 7m
10 AM
4h 49m
12 PM
4h 46m
3 PM
4h 50m
5 PM
5h 5m
8 PM
4h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Clarendon, AR
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Trip Overview
The drive from Clarendon, AR to Fayetteville, AR covers 253.5 miles and takes about 4h 39m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 40, I 49, AR 33 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 180.4 miles on I 40. At current regular gas prices, budget about $38.31 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
126.8 miles from Clarendon, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 27m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 4h 39m highway drive covering 253.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 40 and I 49. The longest continuous stretch is about 180.4 miles on I 40.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 40 is the longest continuous segment at about 180.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and I 49. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near US 79B / South 5th Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 39m drive. You will face about 16 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 79B / South 5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (US 79B): Navigation decision point; at 28.8 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 79B / South 5th Street
Turn right onto US 79B / South 5th Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.5 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 79B
At end of road, turn left onto US 79B
Navigation decision point
5
28.8 mi into trip
|
~47m in
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I 40
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
249.8 mi into trip
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~4h 31m 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
6
252.8 mi into trip
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~4h 37m in
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South School Avenue
Turn left onto South School Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 180.4 mi | 3h 3m |
| I 49 | 40.3 mi | 40m |
| AR 33 | 13 mi | 22m |
| East Walnut | 6.2 mi | 9m |
| US 79 | 5.6 mi | 8m |
| US 63 | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| South Razorback Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard | 0.9 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 180.4 mi, about 3h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clarendon, AR and Fayetteville, AR.
1
Start on North 2nd Street
91 ft
·
7 sec
·
North 2nd Street
2
Turn left onto Madison Street
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
Madison Street
3
Turn right onto US 79B
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
South 5th Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto US 79B
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
US 79B
5
Turn right onto US 79
5.6 mi
·
8 min
·
US 79
6
Turn right onto AR 33
9.9 mi
·
17 min
·
AR 33
7
Keep slight left at fork onto AR 33
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
AR 33
8
Turn left onto US 70
6.2 mi
·
9 min
·
East Walnut
9
Turn right onto US 63
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
US 63
10
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
11
Merge onto I 40
180 mi
·
3 hr 3 min
·
I 40
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
13
Continue on I 49
40 mi
·
40 min
·
I 49
Use the slight right lane.
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
Toward AR 112, AR 265
15
Turn slight right onto AR 265
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
South Cato Springs Road
16
Continue on South Razorback Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South Razorback Road
17
Turn right onto AR 180
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Turn left onto South School Avenue
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
South School Avenue
Use the left lane.
19
Turn slight right onto South Nelson Hackett Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
South Nelson Hackett Boulevard
20
Continue on South College Avenue
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
South College Avenue
21
Turn right onto East Center Street
147 ft
·
8 sec
·
East Center Street
22
Turn right
79 ft
·
5 sec
23
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
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 126.8 miles from Clarendon, AR, or about 2h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 180.4 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 80 miles or 1h 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 126.8 miles or 2h 27m 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 49m
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 Clarendon, 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 Clarendon, AR
This is one driving day of about 253.5 miles and 4h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Clarendon, 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 180.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 126.8 mi from Clarendon, AR · 2h 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
127 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 126.8 miles from Clarendon, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 180.4 miles.
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.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$38.31 one way
$76.63 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
89 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $42.06 | $84.12 |
| premium | $4.56 | $45.54 | $91.07 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $56.01 | $112.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$38
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$63–$88
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 88.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 76.1 | 0 | $26.62 | $12.17 |
| Efficient EV | 63.4 | 0 | $22.18 | $10.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 101.4 | 1 | $35.49 | $16.22 |
Gas CO2
89 kg
EV CO2
30 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
Fayetteville, AR
Evening in Fayetteville on Tuesday
Local time
6:41 PM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
59°F
Haskell, AR
127 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
16 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 39m 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 Clarendon, AR to Fayetteville, AR covers 253.5 miles and takes about 4h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, I 49, AR 33. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 126.8 miles from Clarendon, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $38.28 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 39m drive. You will face about 16 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 79B / South 5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (US 79B): Navigation decision point; at 28.8 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Clarendon, AR to Fayetteville, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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