Origin
El Dorado, AR
Morning in El Dorado on Monday
Local time
11:06 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from El Dorado, AR to Rogers, AR
Drive Time
5h 59m
Distance
324.6 mi
522 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$50
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 47m
★
6 AM
6h 0m
8 AM
6h 26m
10 AM
6h 9m
12 PM
6h 6m
3 PM
6h 10m
5 PM
6h 24m
8 PM
5h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
El Dorado, AR
Juan Felipe Ramírez
Rogers, AR
Tima Miroshnichenko
Trip Overview
The drive from El Dorado, AR to Rogers, AR covers 324.6 miles and takes about 5h 59m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 65, I 49, US 167 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 141 miles on US 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $49.62 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
162.3 miles from El Dorado, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 8m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 5h 59m highway drive covering 324.6 miles, with most of the trip on US 65 and I 49. The longest continuous stretch is about 141 miles on US 65.
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.
US 65 is the longest continuous segment at about 141 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 65 and I 49. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 82B / West Hillsboro Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 324.6 miles you will encounter 16 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: near the start (US 82B / West Hillsboro Street): Navigation decision point; at 104 miles (US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 118.7 miles (US 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 82B / West Hillsboro Street
Turn left onto US 82B / West Hillsboro Street
Navigation decision point
6
104 mi into trip
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~2h 7m in
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US 167
Keep slight left at fork onto US 167 toward I 530 North, US 65 North, US 167 North: Little Rock
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 530 North, US 65 North, US 167 North:...
7
118.7 mi into trip
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~2h 23m in
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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...
6
118.9 mi into trip
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~2h 24m in
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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.
6
306.4 mi into trip
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~5h 34m in
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I 49; US 62; US 71
Keep slight left at fork onto I 49; US 62; US 71
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from El Dorado, AR to Rogers, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Smith along the way.
Fort Smith
118.7 mi in
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~2h 23m
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via US 65
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 65 | 141 mi | 2h 22m |
| I 49 | 57.7 mi | 59m |
| US 167 | 50.9 mi | 1h |
| Lee Street | 35.7 mi | 43m |
| Sheridan Bypass | 17.9 mi | 20m |
| Calion Highway | 10 mi | 12m |
| South 8th Street | 3.4 mi | 6m |
| South West Avenue | 3.1 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
US 65
— 141 mi, about 2h 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between El Dorado, AR and Rogers, AR.
1
Start on Barton Street
70 ft
·
8 sec
·
Barton Street
2
Turn left onto US 82B
273 ft
·
11 sec
·
West Hillsboro Street
3
Turn left onto US 167B
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
South West Avenue
4
Turn right onto US 167B
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North Calion Road
5
Continue on US 167
10.0 mi
·
12 min
·
Calion Highway
6
Merge onto US 167
36 mi
·
43 min
·
Lee Street
7
Turn left onto US 167
36 mi
·
44 min
·
US 167
8
Continue on US 167
18 mi
·
20 min
·
Sheridan Bypass
9
Keep slight left at fork onto US 167
15 mi
·
16 min
·
US 167
Toward I 530 North, US 65 North, US 167 North: Little Rock
10
Keep slight left at fork onto US 65
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
US 65
Exit 143A
Toward I 40 West, US 65 North, AR 107 North: Conway, Fort Smith
11
Keep slight left at fork onto US 65
141 mi
·
2 hr 22 min
·
US 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
13
Continue on I 49
46 mi
·
47 min
·
I 49
Use the slight right lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 49; US 62; US 71
11 mi
·
12 min
·
I 49; US 62; US 71
Use the straight lane.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
16
Keep slight right at fork
185 ft
·
6 sec
17
Turn right onto AR 264
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Monroe Avenue
18
Turn left onto US 71B
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
North Bloomington Street
19
Continue on US 71B
3.4 mi
·
6 min
·
South 8th Street
20
Turn right onto West Poplar Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West Poplar Street
21
Turn left onto South 3rd Street
390 ft
·
18 sec
·
South 3rd Street
22
Turn right onto West Elm Street
99 ft
·
3 sec
·
West Elm Street
23
Arrive at destination
West Elm Street
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 162.3 miles from El Dorado, AR, or about 3h 8m 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 80 miles or 1h 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 162.3 miles or 3h 8m 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 53m
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 El Dorado, 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 El Dorado, AR
This is one driving day of about 324.6 miles and 5h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from El Dorado, 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.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 162.3 mi from El Dorado, AR · 3h 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
162 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 162.3 miles from El Dorado, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 65 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 141 miles.
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.
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
$49.62 one way
$99.25 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
114 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $54.43 | $108.86 |
| premium | $4.61 | $58.91 | $117.83 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $72.11 | $144.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$50
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$75–$100
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 113.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 97.4 | 1 | $34.08 | $15.58 |
| Efficient EV | 81.2 | 0 | $28.40 | $12.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 129.8 | 1 | $45.44 | $20.77 |
Gas CO2
114 kg
EV CO2
38 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Morning in Rogers on Monday
Local time
11:06 AM
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
8 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 59m 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 El Dorado, AR to Rogers, AR covers 324.6 miles and takes about 5h 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 65, I 49, US 167. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 162.3 miles from El Dorado, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $49.62 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 324.6 miles you will encounter 16 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 82B / West Hillsboro Street): Navigation decision point; at 104 miles (US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 118.7 miles (US 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from El Dorado, AR to Rogers, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Smith along the way.
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