Origin
Highland, AR
Night in Highland on Friday
Local time
11:28 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Highland, AR to Springdale, AR
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 43m
Distance
181.2 mi
292 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 31m
★
6 AM
3h 44m
8 AM
4h 9m
10 AM
3h 53m
12 PM
3h 50m
3 PM
3h 54m
5 PM
4h 8m
8 PM
3h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Highland, AR
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Springdale, AR
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Trip Overview
This 181.2-mile journey from Highland, Arkansas to Springdale, Arkansas is a manageable one-day drive, taking approximately 3 hours and 43 minutes. You'll primarily navigate US 412 and US 62, with a portion on T & C Boulevard, making for a mixed driving experience. With a projected fuel cost of around $27, this route is budget-friendly for a single day trip. The drive stays within the Southeast region of Arkansas, offering a consistent regional feel throughout. It's a straightforward trip that doesn't necessitate an overnight stay, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
90.6 miles from Highland, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 46m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 43m. Total distance: 181.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (56%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a mixed drive on this route, with 56% of the journey on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 56.4 miles on US 412, offering a good period of steady travel. While not exclusively a highway experience, the significant highway share suggests periods of faster, more direct driving interspersed with stretches on local roads like US 62 and T & C Boulevard. This variation means you'll experience different driving conditions as you progress from Highland to Springdale.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 412 is the longest continuous segment at about 56.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Timberlane Drive.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Highland, AR to Springdale, AR is easy. At 3h 43m with 56% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Timberlane Drive): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (Rebel Drive): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (US 62; US 412): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Timberlane Drive
Turn right onto Timberlane Drive
Navigation decision point
4
1 mi into trip
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~4m in
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Rebel Drive
At end of road, turn left onto Rebel Drive
Navigation decision point
4
1.2 mi into trip
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~4m in
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US 62; US 412
Turn right onto US 62; US 412
Navigation decision point
5
102.9 mi into trip
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~2h in
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US 62; US 65; US 412
At end of road, turn right onto US 62; US 65; US 412
Navigation decision point
5
121.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 30m in
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US 412
Turn left onto US 412
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 412 | 56.4 mi | 1h 6m |
| T & C Boulevard | 49.9 mi | 56m |
| US 62 | 46 mi | 1h |
| Shield-Hopper Bypass | 19.1 mi | 22m |
| Shied-Hopper Bypass | 5.4 mi | 6m |
| East Emma Avenue | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Butterfield Coach Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Ridgecrest Drive | 0.9 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
US 412
— 56.4 mi, about 1h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Highland, AR and Springdale, AR.
1
Start on West Lakeshore Drive
415 ft
·
18 sec
·
West Lakeshore Drive
2
Turn right onto Timberlane Drive
418 ft
·
18 sec
·
Timberlane Drive
3
Turn left onto Ridgecrest Drive
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Ridgecrest Drive
4
Continue on Ridgecrest Drive
0.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Ridgecrest Drive
5
At end of road, turn left onto Rebel Drive
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
Rebel Drive
6
Turn right onto US 62; US 412
4.6 mi
·
5 min
·
US 62; US 412
7
Continue on US 62; US 412
50 mi
·
56 min
·
T & C Boulevard
8
Turn left onto US 62; US 412
332 ft
·
4 sec
·
Shield-Hopper Highway
9
Continue on US 62; US 412
5.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Shied-Hopper Bypass
10
Continue on US 62; US 412
19 mi
·
22 min
·
Shield-Hopper Bypass
11
Turn right onto US 62; US 412
23 mi
·
25 min
·
US 62; US 412
12
At end of road, turn right onto US 62; US 65; US 412
7.2 mi
·
11 min
·
US 62; US 65; US 412
13
Take the exit onto US 62; US 65; US 412
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
US 62; US 65; US 412
14
Take the exit onto US 62; US 412
6.1 mi
·
8 min
·
US 62; US 412
15
Continue on US 62; US 412
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 62; US 412
Use the straight / left lanes.
16
Turn left onto US 412
56 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
·
US 412
Use the left lane.
17
Turn right onto Butterfield Coach Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Butterfield Coach Road
18
Turn left onto East Emma Avenue
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
East Emma Avenue
19
Turn right onto North Commercial Street
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
North Commercial Street
20
Arrive at destination
North Commercial Street
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour and 43-minute duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day adventure. Leaving in the morning will give you ample time to reach Springdale without feeling rushed, and you'll only need to plan for one stop. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the 56.4-mile stretch on US 412, as services might be less frequent there. The $27 fuel cost is a good estimate, but it's always wise to have a little extra for unexpected detours or increased usage. This drive's manageable length means you have the flexibility to stop whenever you feel the need.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 90.6 miles from Highland, AR, or about 1h 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56.4 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 40 miles or 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 90.6 miles or 1h 46m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 2m
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 Highland, 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 Highland, AR
This is one driving day of about 181.2 miles and 3h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 40 miles from Highland, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 412 for about 56.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 90.6 mi from Highland, AR · 1h 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
91 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 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 90.6 miles from Highland, 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
$27.37 one way
$54.73 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
63 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $30.04 | $60.08 |
| premium | $4.56 | $32.52 | $65.05 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $40.01 | $80.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 63.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 54.4 | 0 | $19.03 | $8.70 |
| Efficient EV | 45.3 | 0 | $15.85 | $7.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 72.5 | 0 | $25.37 | $11.60 |
Gas CO2
63 kg
EV CO2
21 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
Springdale, AR
Night in Springdale on Friday
Local time
11:28 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°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
3 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 43m 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 Highland, AR to Springdale, AR covers 181.2 miles and takes about 3h 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 412, T & C Boulevard, US 62. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 90.6 miles from Highland, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $27.37 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Highland, AR to Springdale, AR is easy. At 3h 43m with 56% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Timberlane Drive): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (Rebel Drive): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (US 62; US 412): Navigation decision point.
The route from Highland, AR to Springdale, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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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