Origin
Corning, AR
Evening in Corning on Sunday
Local time
6:19 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Corning, AR to Rogers, AR
Drive Time
5h
Distance
255.6 mi
411 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$39
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 47m
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6 AM
5h 1m
8 AM
5h 28m
10 AM
5h 10m
12 PM
5h 7m
3 PM
5h 11m
5 PM
5h 26m
8 PM
4h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Corning, AR
Md Jawadur Rahman
Rogers, AR
Md Jawadur Rahman
Trip Overview
Spanning 255.6 miles across Arkansas, this trip from Corning to Rogers takes approximately 5 hours of drive time. Because the route is categorized as a turn-heavy local drive, it is best suited for a single-day trip rather than an overnight split. You should budget about $35 for fuel to cover the distance between these two southeastern points. Navigating this journey involves utilizing local thoroughfares like South Missouri Avenue, West Main Street, and South Bettis Street. Since this path avoids major interstates, you can expect a slower, more deliberate pace compared to typical highway travel. Evaluate your comfort with frequent turns before committing to the full five-hour duration behind the wheel.
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
127.8 miles from Corning, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 30m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a unique experience on this route, as it is defined by a turn-heavy local profile rather than a monotonous interstate grind. With 0% highway share, the road demands your full attention as you transition between local streets. There is no long-distance, uninterrupted highway cruising here, with the longest stretch being 0 miles on South Missouri Avenue. This creates a technical driving environment where the path constantly shifts rather than stretching out into long, straightaways. You will find that the character of the drive remains consistently local, requiring you to stay alert through every turn as you navigate your way toward Rogers.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 34 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Missouri Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 5h drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Corning, AR to Rogers, AR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Missouri Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Bettis Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West 3rd Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| T & C Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Shield-Hopper Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Shied-Hopper Bypass | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Shield-Hopper Bypass | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
South Missouri Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Corning, AR and Rogers, AR.
1
Start on West Elm Street
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
West Elm Street
2
Turn right onto South Missouri Avenue
354 ft
·
14 sec
·
South Missouri Avenue
3
Turn left onto West Main Street
27 mi
·
30 min
·
West Main Street
4
Continue on South Bettis Street
13 mi
·
14 min
·
South Bettis Street
5
Continue on West 3rd Street
20 mi
·
29 min
·
West 3rd Street
6
Turn right
436 ft
·
6 sec
7
Continue straight
1.4 mi
·
1 min
8
Continue straight
413 ft
·
12 sec
9
Continue straight
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
10
Take the exit slight right
364 ft
·
10 sec
11
Merge slight left
10 mi
·
11 min
12
Continue on T & C Boulevard
50 mi
·
56 min
·
T & C Boulevard
13
Turn left onto Shield-Hopper Highway
331 ft
·
4 sec
·
Shield-Hopper Highway
14
Continue on Shied-Hopper Bypass
5.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Shied-Hopper Bypass
15
Continue on Shield-Hopper Bypass
19 mi
·
22 min
·
Shield-Hopper Bypass
16
Turn right
23 mi
·
25 min
17
At the end of the road, turn right
7.2 mi
·
11 min
18
Take the exit slight right
5.0 mi
·
7 min
19
Take the exit slight right
6.1 mi
·
8 min
20
Continue straight
0.5 mi
·
1 min
21
Turn left
56 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
22
Turn right onto Butterfield Coach Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Butterfield Coach Road
23
Continue on East Huntsville Avenue
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
East Huntsville Avenue
24
Turn right onto North Old Missouri Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
North Old Missouri Road
25
Continue on Dick Trammel Highway
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Dick Trammel Highway
26
Continue on Old Wire Road
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Old Wire Road
27
Continue on South 1st Street
4.2 mi
·
8 min
·
South 1st Street
28
Keep slight left to continue on South 1st Street
180 ft
·
5 sec
·
South 1st Street
29
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward South Arkansas Street
105 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Arkansas Street
30
Exit the roundabout onto South Arkansas Street
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
South Arkansas Street
31
Turn left onto East Cherry Street
282 ft
·
12 sec
·
East Cherry Street
32
Turn right onto South 1st Street
0.1 mi
·
38 sec
·
South 1st Street
33
Turn left onto West Elm Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
West Elm Street
34
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Planning your departure is essential given the turn-heavy nature of this 5-hour trek. Since you will be navigating local roads, try to leave early in the day to avoid peak traffic and ensure you have plenty of daylight for the more technical sections. While the $35 fuel budget is a helpful baseline, consider topping off your tank before departing Corning to minimize the need for unexpected stops. You have the flexibility of a single-day schedule, so plan for at least one dedicated rest stop to break up the repetitive turning. Pay close attention to your navigation through the transition between South Missouri Avenue and West Main Street to keep your trip moving efficiently.
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 127.8 miles from Corning, AR, or about 2h 30m into the drive.
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 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 127.8 miles or 2h 30m 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 6m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Rogers, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Corning, 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 Corning, AR
This is one driving day of about 255.6 miles and 5h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Corning, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 127.8 mi from Corning, AR · 2h 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
128 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 127.8 miles from Corning, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Rogers, AR
The final approach into Rogers, 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 Rogers, 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
$39.07 one way
$78.15 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
89 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $42.86 | $85.72 |
| premium | $4.61 | $46.39 | $92.78 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $56.79 | $113.57 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$39
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$64–$89
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 89.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 76.7 | 0 | $26.84 | $12.27 |
| Efficient EV | 63.9 | 0 | $22.37 | $10.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 102.2 | 1 | $35.78 | $16.36 |
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
Rogers, AR
Evening in Rogers on Sunday
Local time
6:19 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°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
6 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
5h 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 Corning, AR to Rogers, AR covers 255.6 miles and takes about 5h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Missouri Avenue, West Main Street, South Bettis Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 127.8 miles from Corning, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $39.07 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 5h drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Corning, AR to Rogers, AR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Corning, AR to Rogers, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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