Origin
Marmaduke, AR
Afternoon in Marmaduke on Friday
Local time
12:41 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Marmaduke, 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 39m
Distance
264.4 mi
425 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$40
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 26m
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6 AM
5h 40m
8 AM
6h 6m
10 AM
5h 49m
12 PM
5h 46m
3 PM
5h 50m
5 PM
6h 5m
8 PM
5h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Marmaduke, AR
Andrea Piacquadio
Trip Overview
This 264.4-mile journey from Marmaduke, AR, to Fayetteville, AR, will take approximately 5 hours and 39 minutes of driving time. It's a manageable one-day trip, so you can easily tackle it without an overnight stay. The route primarily utilizes US 62 and US 412, with a significant portion on these main roads, making up 58% of the drive. Expect a fuel cost of around $40 for this trip. Given that both your origin and destination are within the Southeast region, you'll experience a consistent regional feel throughout your drive.
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
132.2 miles from Marmaduke, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 49m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 39m. Total distance: 264.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (58%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive offers a mixed experience, with a substantial 58% share on highways. You'll encounter stretches on US 62, including one uninterrupted segment of 53.3 miles, which should allow for decent progress. The use of T & C Boulevard and US 412 suggests a blend of faster travel and potentially more local road conditions as you approach your destination. It's not a pure interstate grind, but rather a drive where you'll transition between more open highway and potentially more populated areas.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 37 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 62 is the longest continuous segment at about 53.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 18 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near AR 34 / State Highway 34.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 264.4 miles you will encounter 18 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: near the start (AR 34 / State Highway 34): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 49; AR 1 / East Franklin Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 185.1 miles (US 62; US 65; US 412): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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AR 34 / State Highway 34
Turn right onto AR 34 / State Highway 34
Navigation decision point
6
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 49; AR 1 / East Franklin Street
Enter roundabout onto US 49; AR 1 / East Franklin Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
185.1 mi into trip
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~3h 49m 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
203.9 mi into trip
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~4h 19m in
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US 412
Turn left onto US 412
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
263.9 mi into trip
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~5h 38m in
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North College Avenue
Turn left onto North College Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 62 | 53.3 mi | 1h 9m |
| T & C Boulevard | 49.9 mi | 56m |
| US 412 | 40.2 mi | 46m |
| US 63 | 33.4 mi | 47m |
| West Kings Highway | 26.8 mi | 32m |
| Shield-Hopper Bypass | 19.1 mi | 22m |
| AR 45 | 18.9 mi | 30m |
| US 49 | 8 mi | 11m |
Longest stretch:
US 62
— 53.3 mi, about 1h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marmaduke, AR and Fayetteville, AR.
1
Start on North 1st Street
39 ft
·
3 sec
·
North 1st Street
2
Turn right onto AR 34
516 ft
·
13 sec
·
State Highway 34
3
Enter roundabout onto US 49; AR 1
147 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Franklin Street
4
Continue on US 49; AR 1
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
East Franklin Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
5
Continue on US 49; AR 1
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
US 49; AR 1
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
6
Continue on US 49; AR 1
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
·
US 49; AR 1
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
Continue on US 49; AR 1
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US 49; AR 1
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Continue on US 49; AR 1
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
US 49; AR 1
Use the straight / left lanes.
9
Continue on US 49; AR 1
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US 49; AR 1
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
10
Continue on US 49; AR 1
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
US 49; AR 1
Use the straight lane.
11
Turn right onto US 49Y
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
West Court Street
12
Turn right onto US 412B
27 mi
·
32 min
·
West Kings Highway
13
Continue on US 412B
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Portia Road
14
At end of road, turn right onto US 63; US 412
33 mi
·
47 min
·
US 63; US 412
15
Turn right onto US 62; US 412
436 ft
·
5 sec
·
US 62; US 412
16
Continue on US 62; US 63; US 412
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
US 62; US 63; US 412
17
Continue on US 62; US 412
413 ft
·
13 sec
·
US 62; US 412
18
Continue on US 62; US 412; US 63 Business
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
US 62; US 412; US 63 Business
19
Take the exit
365 ft
·
10 sec
20
Merge onto US 62; US 412; AR 175
10 mi
·
11 min
·
US 62; US 412; AR 175
21
Continue on US 62; US 412
50 mi
·
56 min
·
T & C Boulevard
22
Turn left onto US 62; US 412
332 ft
·
4 sec
·
Shield-Hopper Highway
23
Continue on US 62; US 412
5.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Shied-Hopper Bypass
24
Continue on US 62; US 412
19 mi
·
22 min
·
Shield-Hopper Bypass
25
Turn right onto US 62; US 412
23 mi
·
25 min
·
US 62; US 412
26
At end of road, turn right onto US 62; US 65; US 412
7.2 mi
·
11 min
·
US 62; US 65; US 412
27
Take the exit onto US 62; US 65; US 412
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
US 62; US 65; US 412
28
Take the exit onto US 62; US 412
6.1 mi
·
8 min
·
US 62; US 412
29
Continue on US 62; US 412
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 62; US 412
Use the straight / left lanes.
30
Turn left onto US 412
40 mi
·
46 min
·
US 412
Use the left lane.
31
Turn left onto US 412B
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
US 412B
32
Turn slight left onto AR 45
19 mi
·
30 min
·
AR 45
33
At end of road, turn right onto AR 45
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East Lafayette Street
34
Turn left onto North College Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North College Avenue
Use the left lane.
35
Turn left onto East Center Street
147 ft
·
8 sec
·
East Center Street
36
Turn right
79 ft
·
5 sec
37
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this 5-hour, 39-minute drive, starting in the morning will give you ample time to reach Fayetteville without feeling rushed. With only one recommended stop, consider planning it around the halfway point to stretch your legs and refuel. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longest stretch of 53.3 miles on US 62, as services might be less frequent. A fuel budget of $40 should cover your needs, but it's always wise to have a little extra. Since this is a single-day trip, you have the flexibility to depart at your leisure, but an early start maximizes your daylight hours.
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 132.2 miles from Marmaduke, AR, or about 2h 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 53.3 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 58 miles or 1h 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 132.2 miles or 2h 49m 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 34m
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 Marmaduke, 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 Marmaduke, AR
This is one driving day of about 264.4 miles and 5h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 58 miles from Marmaduke, 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 62 for about 53.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 132.2 mi from Marmaduke, AR · 2h 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
132 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 58 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 132.2 miles from Marmaduke, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$39.93 one way
$79.86 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
93 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $43.83 | $87.67 |
| premium | $4.56 | $47.46 | $94.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $58.38 | $116.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$40
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$65–$90
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 92.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 79.3 | 0 | $27.76 | $12.69 |
| Efficient EV | 66.1 | 0 | $23.13 | $10.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 105.8 | 1 | $37.02 | $16.92 |
Gas CO2
93 kg
EV CO2
31 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Fayetteville, AR
Afternoon in Fayetteville on Friday
Local time
12:41 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
4 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 39m 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 Marmaduke, AR to Fayetteville, AR covers 264.4 miles and takes about 5h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 62, T & C Boulevard, US 412. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 132.2 miles from Marmaduke, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $39.93 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 264.4 miles you will encounter 18 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: near the start (AR 34 / State Highway 34): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 49; AR 1 / East Franklin Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 185.1 miles (US 62; US 65; US 412): Navigation decision point.
The route from Marmaduke, 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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