Origin
Mayflower, AR
Afternoon in Mayflower on Thursday
Local time
12:20 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mayflower, AR to Fayetteville, AR
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 55m
Distance
168.6 mi
271 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 44m
★
6 AM
2h 56m
8 AM
3h 18m
10 AM
3h 3m
12 PM
3h 1m
3 PM
3h 5m
5 PM
3h 17m
8 PM
2h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mayflower, AR
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Trip Overview
Connecting Mayflower to Fayetteville, this 168.6-mile journey across Arkansas typically takes about 2 hours and 55 minutes of drive time. Because it is a straightforward highway-focused route, you can easily complete the trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $26 on fuel for the one-way transit. You will spend the vast majority of your time on major interstates, making this a highly efficient way to navigate between these two Southeast locations. It is a practical, no-nonsense drive that lets you reach your destination with minimal fuss.
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
84.3 miles from Mayflower, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 26m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 55m. Total distance: 168.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
With 97% of the trip spent on highways, this drive is defined by high-speed efficiency rather than winding backroads. You will spend the bulk of your time on a 122.7-mile stretch of I-40, which serves as the primary artery for the majority of the route. Once you transition onto I-49 and eventually South Razorback Road, the character of the drive shifts from long-distance interstate travel to your final approach. The road is built for consistent pacing, keeping you moving steadily toward Northwest Arkansas. Expect a functional, predictable experience behind the wheel that prioritizes speed and directness over technical maneuvers.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 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 122.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and I 49. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Main Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 55m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 165 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 167 miles (AR 180 / West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North Main Street
Turn right onto North Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
165 mi into trip
|
~2h 47m 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
5
167 mi into trip
|
~2h 51m in
|
AR 180 / West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Turn right onto AR 180 / West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
167.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 53m in
|
South School Avenue
Turn left onto South School Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
168.6 mi into trip
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~2h 55m in
|
East Center Street
Turn right onto East Center Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 122.7 mi | 2h 2m |
| I 49 | 40.3 mi | 40m |
| South Razorback Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| North Main Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| South Nelson Hackett Boulevard | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Mayflower Bypass | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South Cato Springs Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 122.7 mi, about 2h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mayflower, AR and Fayetteville, AR.
1
Start on Miller Street
94 ft
·
6 sec
·
Miller Street
2
Turn right onto North Main Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North Main Street
3
Turn left onto Carroll Road
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
Carroll Road
4
Turn right onto AR 89
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Mayflower Bypass
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
6
Merge onto I 40; US 65
123 mi
·
2 hr 2 min
·
I 40; US 65
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
8
Continue on I 49
40 mi
·
40 min
·
I 49
Use the slight right lane.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
Toward AR 112, AR 265
10
Turn slight right onto AR 265
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
South Cato Springs Road
11
Continue on South Razorback Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South Razorback Road
12
Turn right onto AR 180
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Turn left onto South School Avenue
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
South School Avenue
Use the left lane.
14
Turn slight right onto South Nelson Hackett Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
South Nelson Hackett Boulevard
15
Continue on South College Avenue
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
South College Avenue
16
Turn right onto East Center Street
147 ft
·
8 sec
·
East Center Street
17
Turn right
79 ft
·
5 sec
18
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a sub-three-hour trip, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around traffic patterns. You only need to build in one primary stop to stay refreshed, which helps break up the monotony of the long interstate sections. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during the initial 122.7-mile stretch on I-40 to ensure you aren't forced to exit in an inconvenient spot. Because the route relies so heavily on I-40 and I-49, checking for construction or congestion on these specific interstates before you leave is the best way to ensure an on-time arrival. Utilize the simplicity of the route to focus on a comfortable pace rather than worrying about complex navigation.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 84.3 miles from Mayflower, AR, or about 1h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 122.7 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 37 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 84.3 miles or 1h 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 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 Mayflower, 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 Mayflower, AR
This is one driving day of about 168.6 miles and 2h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 miles from Mayflower, 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 122.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 84.3 mi from Mayflower, AR · 1h 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
84 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 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 84.3 miles from Mayflower, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 122.7 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.46 one way
$50.93 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
59 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $27.95 | $55.90 |
| premium | $4.56 | $30.26 | $60.52 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $37.22 | $74.45 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 59 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 50.6 | 0 | $17.70 | $8.09 |
| Efficient EV | 42.2 | 0 | $14.75 | $6.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 67.4 | 0 | $23.60 | $10.79 |
Gas CO2
59 kg
EV CO2
20 kg (66% 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
Fayetteville, AR
Afternoon in Fayetteville on Thursday
Local time
12:20 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
2h 55m 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 Mayflower, AR to Fayetteville, AR covers 168.6 miles and takes about 2h 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, I 49, South Razorback Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 84.3 miles from Mayflower, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $25.46 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 2h 55m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 165 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 167 miles (AR 180 / West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Mayflower, AR to Fayetteville, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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