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Trip from Marion, AR to Fayetteville, AR

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

5h 22m

Distance

312.3 mi

503 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$47

one way

EV Charging

Good

6 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
5h 9m ★
6 AM
5h 22m
8 AM
5h 49m
10 AM
5h 31m
12 PM
5h 29m
3 PM
5h 33m
5 PM
5h 48m
8 PM
5h 14m

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

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Downtown Marion, AR, AR

Marion, AR

Semih Başaran

Trip Overview

The drive from Marion, AR to Fayetteville, AR covers 312.3 miles and takes about 5h 22m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 40, I 49, Blues Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 264.2 miles on I 40. At current regular gas prices, budget about $47.16 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

156.1 miles from Marion, AR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 39m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 22m. Total distance: 312.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 5h 22m highway drive covering 312.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 40 and I 49. The longest continuous stretch is about 264.2 miles on I 40.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 40 is the longest continuous segment at about 264.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and I 49. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near I-55 Service Road.

Driving Effort 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 312.3 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (I-55 Service Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 3.7 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

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

6
0.6 mi into trip | ~1m in | I-55 Service Road

Turn left onto I-55 Service Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
5
3.2 mi into trip | ~4m in

Take the exit toward I 40 West: Little Rock

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 8 Toward I 40 West: Little Rock
5
3.7 mi into trip | ~5m in | I 40

Merge onto I 40

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.
5
308.6 mi into trip | ~5h 14m in

Take the exit toward AR 112, AR 265

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward AR 112, AR 265
6
311.6 mi into trip | ~5h 20m in | South School Avenue

Turn left onto South School Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 40 264.2 mi 4h 27m
I 49 40.3 mi 40m
Blues Highway 2.3 mi 2m
South Razorback Road 1.4 mi 2m
West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard 0.9 mi 2m
East Military Road 0.6 mi 1m
South Nelson Hackett Boulevard 0.4 mi <1m
South Cato Springs Road 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 40 — 264.2 mi, about 4h 27m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Marion, AR and Fayetteville, AR.

1

Start on East Military Road

0.5 mi · 58 sec · East Military Road
2

Continue on US 64

311 ft · 10 sec · East Military Road
3

Continue on US 64

205 ft · 12 sec · Old Military Road
Use the straight lane.
4

Turn left onto I-55 Service Road

0.2 mi · 14 sec · I-55 Service Road
Use the left lane.
5

Take the ramp

429 ft · 10 sec
6

Merge onto I 55; US 78

2.3 mi · 2 min · Blues Highway
7

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Exit 8 Toward I 40 West: Little Rock
8

Merge onto I 40

264 mi · 4 hr 27 min · I 40
Use the straight / right lanes.
9

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 48 sec
Toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
10

Continue on I 49

40 mi · 40 min · I 49
Use the slight right lane.
11

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 43 sec
Toward AR 112, AR 265
12

Turn slight right onto AR 265

0.2 mi · 23 sec · South Cato Springs Road
13

Continue on South Razorback Road

1.4 mi · 2 min · South Razorback Road
14

Turn right onto AR 180

0.9 mi · 2 min · West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
15

Turn left onto South School Avenue

0.1 mi · 15 sec · South School Avenue
Use the left lane.
16

Turn slight right onto South Nelson Hackett Boulevard

0.4 mi · 52 sec · South Nelson Hackett Boulevard
17

Continue on South College Avenue

0.2 mi · 26 sec · South College Avenue
18

Turn right onto East Center Street

147 ft · 8 sec · East Center Street
19

Turn right

79 ft · 5 sec
20

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

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 156.1 miles from Marion, AR, or about 2h 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 264.2 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 69 miles or 1h 11m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 156.1 miles or 2h 39m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 21m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fayetteville, AR than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Marion, 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 Marion, AR

This is one driving day of about 312.3 miles and 5h 22m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 69 miles from Marion, 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 I 40 for about 264.2 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 156.1 mi from Marion, AR · 2h 39m into the drive

Downtown Conway, AR, AR

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Conway, AR

156 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

Cabot, AR

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 69 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Conway, AR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 156.1 miles from Marion, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 264.2 miles.

Arriving in Fayetteville, AR

The final approach into Fayetteville, 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 Fayetteville, AR.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Old South Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Russellville, Arkansas

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 200.8

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+14799683789

Visit website

Crosswoods Restaurant & Sports Club

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Clarksville, Arkansas

2.5 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Curbside Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Marion, Arkansas

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route $1 to $10

Hours: 6 am–5 pm

+18707711994

Visit website

Old South Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 200.8

Russellville, Arkansas

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+14799683789

Visit website

Crosswoods Restaurant & Sports Club

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour Moderately mile 223.1

Clarksville, Arkansas

Hours: 3 pm–12 am

+14797548080

Visit website

Chick-fil-A

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour Inexpensiv mile 200.8

Russellville, Arkansas

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+14799670220

Visit website

Pizza Hut

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour Inexpensiv mile 44.6

Forrest City, Arkansas

Hours: 9 am–12 pm

+18706339118

Visit website

Mandalay Fusion

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 312.3

Farmington, Arkansas

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+14792679494

Visit website

Curbside Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route $1 to $10

Marion, Arkansas

Hours: 6 am–5 pm

+18707711994

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 66.9

Brinkley, Arkansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 156.1

Conway, Arkansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Marion, Arkansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 44.6

Forrest City, Arkansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 156.1

Conway, Arkansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour

West Memphis, Arkansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$47.16 one way

$94.33 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 109 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.21 $51.78 $103.55
premium $4.56 $56.05 $112.11
diesel $5.61 $68.95 $137.90

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$47

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$72–$97

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 109.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $33 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 93.7 1 $32.79 $14.99
Efficient EV 78.1 0 $27.33 $12.49
EV Truck/SUV 124.9 1 $43.72 $19.99

Gas CO2

109 kg

EV CO2

37 kg (66% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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 as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Marion, AR

Evening in Marion on Friday

Local time

6:08 PM

CDT

Current temp

77°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Fayetteville, AR

Evening in Fayetteville on Friday

Local time

6:08 PM

CDT

Current temp

72°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

5 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

5h 22m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Marion, AR to Fayetteville, AR covers 312.3 miles and takes about 5h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 40, I 49, Blues Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 156.1 miles from Marion, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $47.16 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 312.3 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (I-55 Service Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 3.7 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

The route from Marion, AR to Fayetteville, 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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