Origin
Harrison, AR
Evening in Harrison on Sunday
Local time
6:23 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
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2h 9m
Distance
85.4 mi
137 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
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Harrison, AR
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Russellville, AR
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Connecting Harrison to Russellville is a manageable 85.4-mile journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 9 minutes. Because this is a straightforward trip, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $12 on fuel to navigate the route, which remains entirely within the Southeast region of Arkansas. You will primarily navigate via Stone Street, Wilson Avenue, and North Arkansas Avenue. This drive is best suited for travelers who prefer local roads over high-speed interstates, offering a practical way to transition between these two Arkansas towns.
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
42.7 miles from Harrison, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 4m into the drive .
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that favors navigation over speed. With a 0% highway share, you won't be dealing with the monotony of interstate travel; instead, you will focus on maneuvering through local thoroughfares. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is 56.2 miles along Stone Street, which serves as the backbone of your journey. Because the route relies exclusively on local roads, the pace remains steady and requires your full attention behind the wheel. Expect the road character to remain consistent as you transition between the various segments of the trip.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South Main Street.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Harrison, AR to Russellville, AR is easy. At 2h 9m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (AR 7 / West Central Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (AR 7 / South Pine Street): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto South Main Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto AR 7 / West Central Avenue
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto AR 7 / South Pine Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto AR 7 / Stone Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto AR 7 / Market Street
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Stone Street | 56.2 mi | 1h 23m |
| Wilson Avenue | 18.2 mi | 27m |
| North Arkansas Avenue | 5 mi | 8m |
| Market Street | 4.2 mi | 6m |
| Camp Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| South Pine Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| West Central Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Harrison, AR and Russellville, AR.
Start on West Stephenson Avenue
Turn right onto South Main Street
Turn right onto AR 7
Turn left onto AR 7
Continue on AR 7
Turn left onto AR 7
Continue on AR 7
Turn right onto AR 7
Continue on AR 7
Arrive at destination
Since this is a relatively short drive of just over two hours, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time. Given that there are no scheduled stops on this 85.4-mile route, make sure to handle all fueling and comfort breaks before you head out. Keep an eye on your navigation as you transition between Stone Street, Wilson Avenue, and North Arkansas Avenue to stay on track. Since the drive is entirely composed of local roads, account for potential traffic patterns that might differ from standard highway travel. Planning your departure to avoid peak local traffic hours will ensure you keep your travel time close to the 2-hour and 9-minute mark.
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.
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 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.7 miles or 1h 4m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Russellville, AR than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Harrison, 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 Harrison, AR
This is one driving day of about 85.4 miles and 2h 9m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 42.7 mi from Harrison, AR · 1h 4m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
43 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 42.7 miles from Harrison, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Russellville, 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 Russellville, AR.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$13.06 one way
$26.11 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $14.32 | $28.64 |
| premium | $4.61 | $15.50 | $31.00 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $18.97 | $37.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.6 | 0 | $8.97 | $4.10 |
| Efficient EV | 21.4 | 0 | $7.47 | $3.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 34.2 | 0 | $11.96 | $5.47 |
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Harrison on Sunday
Local time
6:23 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Destination
Evening in Russellville on Sunday
Local time
6:23 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°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
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.
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