Origin
Fayetteville, AR
Afternoon in Fayetteville on Friday
Local time
12:38 PM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fayetteville, AR to Pea Ridge, AR
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
45m
Distance
33.1 mi
53 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Good
6 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 42m
★
6 AM
0h 45m
8 AM
0h 53m
10 AM
0h 48m
12 PM
0h 47m
3 PM
0h 48m
5 PM
0h 53m
8 PM
0h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pea Ridge, AR
The Traveling Photo Experiment
Trip Overview
The drive from Fayetteville, AR to Pea Ridge, AR covers 33.1 miles and takes about 45m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 49, State Highway 72, North College Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 20.3 miles on I 49. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.00 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 45m. Total distance: 33.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 45m highway drive covering 33.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 49 and State Highway 72. The longest continuous stretch is about 20.3 miles on I 49.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 49 is the longest continuous segment at about 20.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 49 and State Highway 72. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.3 miles in near East Township Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 33.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 45m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.3 miles (East Township Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 4 miles (North Shiloh Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
2.3 mi into trip
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~5m in
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East Township Street
Turn left onto East Township Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
4 mi into trip
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~8m in
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North Shiloh Drive
Turn right onto North Shiloh Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
4.1 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
4.4 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Take the exit toward I 49 North, US 62 North, US 71 North: Springdale, Rogers
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 49 North, US 62 North, US 71 North: Sp...
5
5.1 mi into trip
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~10m in
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I 49; US 62; US 71
Merge onto I 49; US 62; US 71
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Fayetteville, AR to Pea Ridge, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Rogers along the way.
Rogers
4.4 mi in
|
~9m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 49 | 20.3 mi | 21m |
| State Highway 72 | 4.6 mi | 7m |
| North College Avenue | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Slack Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| North Gregg Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| North Curtis Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| East Central Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| East Township Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 49
— 20.3 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fayetteville, AR and Pea Ridge, AR.
1
Start on this road
79 ft
·
11 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto East Center Street
147 ft
·
8 sec
·
East Center Street
3
Turn right onto North College Avenue
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
North College Avenue
4
Turn left onto East Township Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East Township Street
Use the left lane.
5
Turn right onto North Gregg Avenue
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North Gregg Avenue
6
Turn right onto North Shiloh Drive
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
North Shiloh Drive
Use the right lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
Use the right lane.
8
Merge onto US 71B
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Fulbright Expressway
9
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 49 North, US 62 North, US 71 North: Springdale, Rogers
Use the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto I 49; US 62; US 71
18 mi
·
19 min
·
I 49; US 62; US 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on I 49; US 71
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
I 49; US 71
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
13
Turn right onto AR 72
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Central Avenue
Use the left lane.
14
Continue on AR 72
4.6 mi
·
7 min
·
State Highway 72
15
Continue on AR 72
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Slack Street
16
Turn left onto AR 94
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Curtis Avenue
17
Arrive at destination
North Curtis Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.5 mi from Fayetteville, AR · 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.5 miles from Fayetteville, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Pea Ridge, AR
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Pea Ridge, AR if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.00 one way
$10.00 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $5.49 | $10.98 |
| premium | $4.56 | $5.94 | $11.88 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.31 | $14.62 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.48 | $1.59 |
| Efficient EV | 8.3 | 0 | $2.90 | $1.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.63 | $2.12 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Pea Ridge, AR
Afternoon in Pea Ridge on Friday
Local time
12:38 PM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
45m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Fayetteville, AR to Pea Ridge, AR covers 33.1 miles and takes about 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 49, State Highway 72, North College Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16.5 miles from Fayetteville, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.00 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 33.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 45m.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.3 miles (East Township Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 4 miles (North Shiloh Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Fayetteville, AR to Pea Ridge, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Rogers along the way.
How this page is built
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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