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Piggott, AR
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Trip from Piggott, AR to Springdale, AR
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 40m
Distance
272.9 mi
439 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$41
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 27m
★
6 AM
5h 41m
8 AM
6h 7m
10 AM
5h 50m
12 PM
5h 47m
3 PM
5h 51m
5 PM
6h 6m
8 PM
5h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Piggott, AR
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Springdale, AR
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Trip Overview
This 272.9-mile journey from Piggott to Springdale, Arkansas, is a solid day trip, estimated to take about 5 hours and 40 minutes of driving time. You'll be navigating primarily via US 412 and US 62, with a short section on T & C Boulevard. With a highway share of 40%, it's a mixed drive that should feel manageable for a single day. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $41. Given its location entirely within Arkansas, 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
136.4 miles from Piggott, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 51m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 40m. Total distance: 272.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (40%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience on this route, with about 40% of your time spent on highways. The majority of your drive will unfold on US 412 and US 62, offering a blend of faster travel and more local road characteristics. You'll encounter one significant uninterrupted stretch of 56.4 miles on US 412, so be prepared for a solid period of continuous driving. The road profile is described as 'Mixed drive,' suggesting a varied landscape and driving pace as you move from east to west across Arkansas.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 30 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 62 / West 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 5h 40m drive. You will face about 18 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 (US 62 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 62 / North 3rd Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (US 62 / West Jackson Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
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
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~0m in
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US 62 / West Main Street
Turn right onto US 62 / West Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 62 / North 3rd Avenue
Turn right onto US 62 / North 3rd Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 62 / West Jackson Street
Enter roundabout onto US 62 / West Jackson Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
0.7 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 62 / West North Street
Enter roundabout onto US 62 / West North Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
194.5 mi into trip
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~3h 57m 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
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 412 | 56.4 mi | 1h 6m |
| US 62 | 53.3 mi | 1h 9m |
| T & C Boulevard | 49.9 mi | 56m |
| West Main Street | 26.6 mi | 30m |
| West North Street | 25.1 mi | 37m |
| West 3rd Street | 20.3 mi | 29m |
| Shield-Hopper Bypass | 19.1 mi | 22m |
| South Bettis Street | 12.8 mi | 14m |
Longest stretch:
US 412
— 56.4 mi, about 1h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Piggott, AR and Springdale, AR.
1
Start on this road
197 ft
·
16 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto US 62
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
West Main Street
3
Turn right onto US 62
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
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North 3rd Avenue
4
Continue on US 62
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
West Jackson Street
5
Turn straight onto US 62
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
North Scurlock Avenue
6
Continue on US 62
25 mi
·
37 min
·
West North Street
7
Turn right onto US 62
355 ft
·
13 sec
·
South Missouri Avenue
8
Turn left onto US 62; US 67
27 mi
·
30 min
·
West Main Street
9
Continue on US 62
13 mi
·
14 min
·
South Bettis Street
10
Continue on US 62; US 63; US 412
20 mi
·
29 min
·
West 3rd Street
11
Turn right onto US 62; US 412
436 ft
·
5 sec
·
US 62; US 412
12
Continue on US 62; US 63; US 412
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
US 62; US 63; US 412
13
Continue on US 62; US 412
413 ft
·
13 sec
·
US 62; US 412
14
Continue on US 62; US 412; US 63 Business
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
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US 62; US 412; US 63 Business
15
Take the exit
365 ft
·
10 sec
16
Merge onto US 62; US 412; AR 175
10 mi
·
11 min
·
US 62; US 412; AR 175
17
Continue on US 62; US 412
50 mi
·
56 min
·
T & C Boulevard
18
Turn left onto US 62; US 412
332 ft
·
4 sec
·
Shield-Hopper Highway
19
Continue on US 62; US 412
5.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Shied-Hopper Bypass
20
Continue on US 62; US 412
19 mi
·
22 min
·
Shield-Hopper Bypass
21
Turn right onto US 62; US 412
23 mi
·
25 min
·
US 62; US 412
22
At end of road, turn right onto US 62; US 65; US 412
7.2 mi
·
11 min
·
US 62; US 65; US 412
23
Take the exit onto US 62; US 65; US 412
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
US 62; US 65; US 412
24
Take the exit onto US 62; US 412
6.1 mi
·
8 min
·
US 62; US 412
25
Continue on US 62; US 412
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 62; US 412
Use the straight / left lanes.
26
Turn left onto US 412
56 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
·
US 412
Use the left lane.
27
Turn right onto Butterfield Coach Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Butterfield Coach Road
28
Turn left onto East Emma Avenue
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
East Emma Avenue
29
Turn right onto North Commercial Street
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
North Commercial Street
30
Arrive at destination
North Commercial Street
Trip Plan
For this 5-hour, 40-minute drive, leaving Piggott in the morning is your best bet to arrive in Springdale with plenty of daylight. You'll have one recommended stop, which is convenient for a single-day trip, allowing for flexibility in your pacing. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the longest stretch of 56.4 miles on US 412, as services might be more spread out. The total fuel cost is estimated at $41, so budget accordingly and consider filling up before heading out.
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 136.4 miles from Piggott, AR, or about 2h 51m 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 60 miles or 1h 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 136.4 miles or 2h 51m 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 39m
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 Piggott, 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 Piggott, AR
This is one driving day of about 272.9 miles and 5h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 60 miles from Piggott, 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 136.4 mi from Piggott, AR · 2h 51m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
136 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 60 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 136.4 miles from Piggott, 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
$41.21 one way
$82.43 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
96 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $45.24 | $90.49 |
| premium | $4.56 | $48.98 | $97.96 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $60.25 | $120.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$41
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$66–$91
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 95.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 81.9 | 1 | $28.65 | $13.10 |
| Efficient EV | 68.2 | 0 | $23.88 | $10.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 109.2 | 1 | $38.21 | $17.47 |
Gas CO2
95 kg
EV CO2
32 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.
Destination
Springdale, AR
Late night in Springdale on Friday
Local time
4:28 AM
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
2 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 40m 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 Piggott, AR to Springdale, AR covers 272.9 miles and takes about 5h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 412, US 62, T & C Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 136.4 miles from Piggott, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $41.21 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 is a straightforward 5h 40m drive. You will face about 18 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 62 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 62 / North 3rd Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (US 62 / West Jackson Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from Piggott, AR to Springdale, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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