Origin
Greenwood, AR
Afternoon in Greenwood on Sunday
Local time
4:40 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Greenwood, AR to Springdale, AR
Drive Time
1h 14m
Distance
66.4 mi
107 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 9m
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6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 26m
10 AM
1h 19m
12 PM
1h 17m
3 PM
1h 19m
5 PM
1h 26m
8 PM
1h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Greenwood, AR
Дмитрий Рощупкин
Springdale, AR
Choco Kitty
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Greenwood to Springdale, you are looking at a straightforward 66.4-mile trek through Arkansas. This drive typically takes about 1 hour and 14 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a quick day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via I-49, I-40, and South Thompson Street to reach your destination. Budgeting around $10 for fuel should cover your needs for this excursion. Since both cities are located within the Southeast region of the state, you can expect a consistent atmosphere throughout your journey.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
33.2 miles from Greenwood, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 34m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 91% of this route consists of high-speed transit. You will spend the bulk of your time on the interstate, with the longest uninterrupted stretch covering 46.4 miles on I-49. This is a practical, efficient drive rather than a winding backroad tour, designed for getting you from point A to point B quickly. As you transition from the highway segments onto South Thompson Street, the pace of the drive slows to accommodate your arrival in Springdale.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 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 46.4 miles.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,657 ft
418 ft
Total Climb
1,807 ft
Total Descent
982 ft
Highest Point
1,657 ft
~38.7 mi in
Elevation Range
1,239 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 49 and I 40. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 14m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
Take the ramp toward I 40 East: Fort Smith
Navigation decision point
Toward I 40 East: Fort Smith
5
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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I 40
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
11.9 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the exit toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
8
59 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
|
US 71B / Fulbright Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 71B / Fulbright Expressway toward US 71B: Fayetteville Business District
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 67B
Toward US 71B: Fayetteville Business District
4
66.3 mi into trip
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~1h 14m in
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North Commercial Street
At end of road, turn left onto North Commercial Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 49 | 46.4 mi | 47m |
| I 40 | 11.7 mi | 11m |
| South Thompson Street | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| Fulbright Expressway | 2.2 mi | 2m |
| North College Avenue | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| West Johnson Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Dora Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Commercial Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 49
— 46.4 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Greenwood, AR and Springdale, AR.
1
Start on Dora Road
300 ft
·
8 sec
·
Dora Road
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 40 East: Fort Smith
3
Merge onto I 40
12 mi
·
11 min
·
I 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Continue on I 49
46 mi
·
47 min
·
I 49
Use the slight right lane.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 71B
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Fulbright Expressway
Exit 67B
Toward US 71B: Fayetteville Business District
Use the slight right lane.
7
Continue on US 71B
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
North College Avenue
8
Continue on US 71B
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
South Thompson Street
9
Turn right onto West Johnson Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Johnson Avenue
10
At end of road, turn left onto North Commercial Street
119 ft
·
5 sec
·
North Commercial Street
11
Arrive at destination
North Commercial Street
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Since the entire drive takes well under two hours, you likely won't need to plan for major stops, but keeping an eye on your fuel gauge before hitting the highway is always a good practice. Given the heavy reliance on I-49 and I-40, try to avoid peak commuting hours to ensure a smoother transition through any potential congestion. A helpful tip for this specific route is to stay alert when navigating the shift from the interstate onto local roads in Springdale, as traffic patterns change quickly once you exit the highway.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 33.2 miles from Greenwood, AR, or about 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 46.4 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 66.4 miles or 1h 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.2 miles or 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Springdale, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Greenwood, 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 Greenwood, AR
This is one driving day of about 66.4 miles and 1h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Greenwood, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 49 for about 46.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.2 mi from Greenwood, AR · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 66.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.2 miles from Greenwood, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Springdale, AR
The final approach into Springdale, 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 Springdale, 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
$10.15 one way
$20.30 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $11.13 | $22.27 |
| premium | $4.61 | $12.05 | $24.10 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $14.75 | $29.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.9 | 0 | $6.97 | $3.19 |
| Efficient EV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.81 | $2.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.6 | 0 | $9.30 | $4.25 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Springdale, AR
Afternoon in Springdale on Sunday
Local time
4:40 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
63°F
Garland, TX
33 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
18 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 14m 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 Greenwood, AR to Springdale, AR covers 66.4 miles and takes about 1h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 49, I 40, South Thompson Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.2 miles from Greenwood, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.15 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 straightforward 1h 14m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Greenwood, AR to Springdale, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Gently rolling terrain. The route ranges from 418 ft to 1,657 ft elevation with about 1,807 ft of total climbing.
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