Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 28m
Distance
256.6 mi
413 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$39
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oak Grove Heights, AR
Eddie O.
The drive from Fayetteville, AR to Oak Grove Heights, AR covers 256.6 miles and takes about 5h 28m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 62, US 412, West Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 128.8 miles on US 62. At current regular gas prices, budget about $38.75 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
128.3 miles from Fayetteville, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 45m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 28m. Total distance: 256.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Straightforward navigation.
This is a 5h 28m highway drive covering 256.6 miles, with most of the trip on US 62 and US 412. The longest continuous stretch is about 128.8 miles on US 62.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 62 and US 412. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Center Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 28m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Center Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (North College Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 220.8 miles (US 412B / Portia Road): Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto East Center Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto North College Avenue
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto US 412B / Portia Road
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto US 49; AR 1
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto AR 135
Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 62 | 128.8 mi | 2h 36m |
| US 412 | 40.2 mi | 46m |
| West Main Street | 26.8 mi | 32m |
| West Bowen Boulevard | 12.5 mi | 18m |
| US 65 | 12.4 mi | 20m |
| T & C Boulevard | 10.1 mi | 11m |
| North Mission Boulevard | 6.4 mi | 11m |
| Main Street | 5.9 mi | 8m |
Step-by-step road directions between Fayetteville, AR and Oak Grove Heights, AR.
Start on this road
Turn left onto East Center Street
Turn right onto North College Avenue
Turn right onto AR 45
Turn left onto AR 45
Continue on AR 45
Turn straight onto US 412B
Turn right onto US 412
Continue on US 62; US 412
Keep slight left at fork
Turn right onto US 65
Continue on US 62; US 412
Continue on US 62; US 412
Take the exit onto US 62; US 412
At end of road, turn left onto US 62; US 412
Turn right onto US 63 BUS
Continue on US 62; US 63; US 412
Turn left onto US 412B
Continue on US 412B
Turn left onto US 49Y
Turn left onto US 49; AR 1
Turn left onto AR 135
Arrive at destination
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.
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 56 miles or 1h 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 128.3 miles or 2h 45m 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 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oak Grove Heights, AR than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Fayetteville, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Fayetteville, AR
This is one driving day of about 256.6 miles and 5h 28m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 128.3 mi from Fayetteville, AR · 2h 45m 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.
A short stop after about 56 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 128.3 miles from Fayetteville, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 62 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 128.8 miles.
The final approach into Oak Grove Heights, 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 Oak Grove Heights, 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.
Regular Gas
$38.75 one way
$77.51 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $42.54 | $85.08 |
| premium | $4.56 | $46.06 | $92.11 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $56.65 | $113.31 |
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: 89.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 77 | 0 | $26.94 | $12.32 |
| Efficient EV | 64.2 | 0 | $22.45 | $10.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 102.6 | 1 | $35.92 | $16.42 |
Gas CO2
90 kg
EV CO2
30 kg (67% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Fayetteville on Saturday
Local time
12:35 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Late night in Oak Grove Heights on Saturday
Local time
12:35 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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