Trip from Harrison, AR to Russellville, AR

Drive Time

2h 9m

Distance

85.4 mi

137 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$13

one way

EV Charging

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Best Time to Leave

Save up to 27 min
4 AM
2h 0m ★
6 AM
2h 9m
8 AM
2h 27m
10 AM
2h 16m
12 PM
2h 14m
3 PM
2h 16m
5 PM
2h 26m
8 PM
2h 4m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Harrison, AR, AR

Harrison, AR

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Downtown Russellville, AR, AR

Russellville, AR

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Trip Overview

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 .

Drive Character

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.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Stone Street is the longest continuous segment at about 56.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

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.

Route Complexity 1/10

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.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 5 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

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0 mi into trip | ~0m in | South Main Street

Turn right onto South Main Street

Navigation decision point

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0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | AR 7 / West Central Avenue

Turn right onto AR 7 / West Central Avenue

Navigation decision point

4
0.3 mi into trip | ~0m in | AR 7 / South Pine Street

Turn left onto AR 7 / South Pine Street

Navigation decision point

4
19.2 mi into trip | ~29m in | AR 7 / Stone Street

Turn left onto AR 7 / Stone Street

Navigation decision point

3
76.2 mi into trip | ~1h 53m in | AR 7 / Market Street

Turn right onto AR 7 / Market Street

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

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
Longest stretch: Stone Street — 56.2 mi, about 1h 23m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Harrison, AR and Russellville, AR.

1

Start on West Stephenson Avenue

78 ft · 7 sec · West Stephenson Avenue
2

Turn right onto South Main Street

303 ft · 11 sec · South Main Street
3

Turn right onto AR 7

0.2 mi · 26 sec · West Central Avenue
4

Turn left onto AR 7

0.6 mi · 57 sec · South Pine Street
5

Continue on AR 7

18 mi · 27 min · Wilson Avenue
6

Turn left onto AR 7

56 mi · 1 hr 23 min · Stone Street
7

Continue on AR 7

0.8 mi · 1 min · Camp Street
8

Turn right onto AR 7

4.2 mi · 6 min · Market Street
9

Continue on AR 7

5.0 mi · 8 min · North Arkansas Avenue
10

Arrive at destination

AR 7

Trip Plan

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.

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 42.7 miles from Harrison, AR, or about 1h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56.2 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 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.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Harrison, 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 Harrison, AR

This is one driving day of about 85.4 miles and 2h 9m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Harrison, 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 Stone Street for about 56.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Ola, AR, AR

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Ola, AR

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.

Pacing Suggestions

Conway, AR

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Ola, AR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 42.7 miles from Harrison, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Russellville, AR

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.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$13.06 one way

$26.11 round trip

$3.88/gal 25.4 MPG avg 30 kg CO2
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.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Harrison, AR

Evening in Harrison on Sunday

Local time

6:23 PM

CDT

Current temp

56°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Russellville, AR

Evening in Russellville on Sunday

Local time

6:23 PM

CDT

Current temp

58°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

2 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

2h 9m 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 Harrison, AR to Russellville, AR covers 85.4 miles and takes about 2h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Stone Street, Wilson Avenue, North Arkansas Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 42.7 miles from Harrison, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.06 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.
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.
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.
The route from Harrison, AR to Russellville, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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