Origin
Rogers, AR
Afternoon in Rogers on Sunday
Local time
3:43 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
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35m
Distance
23 mi
37 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
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Rogers, AR
Md Jawadur Rahman
Traveling between Rogers and Fayetteville is a quick 23-mile journey that typically takes about 35 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. You will primarily navigate using I-49, South 8th Street, and North College Avenue to move through this portion of the Southeast. With a fuel budget of roughly $4, this commute is highly economical for those looking to explore the region without a major time commitment. Because the drive is short, you do not need to worry about overnight logistics, allowing you to easily manage your schedule. Whether you are heading south for business or leisure, the route offers a straightforward connection between these two Arkansas hubs. It is an ideal distance for a morning departure or an afternoon excursion.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
11.5 miles from Rogers, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 17m into the drive .
This trip features a mixed driving profile, balancing high-speed highway travel with local road navigation. You will spend about 47% of your time on the highway, with your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 10.4 miles on I-49. Expect the pace to shift as you transition from the interstate onto North College Avenue, where the driving environment becomes more urban. The road personality changes from the wide, open lanes of the interstate to the more controlled flow of city streets. Behind the wheel, you will notice a seamless transition that keeps the drive engaging despite its short duration.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South 3rd Street.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 23 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South 3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 7.1 miles (I 49; US 62; US 71): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto South 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
Merge onto I 49; US 62; US 71
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward AR 112, US 71B North: North Fulbright Expressway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward AR 112
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto North College Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 49 | 10.4 mi | 11m |
| South 8th Street | 3.4 mi | 6m |
| North College Avenue | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| North Bloomington Street | 2 mi | 3m |
| West Monroe Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| West Drake Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| North Gregg Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| West Township Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Rogers, AR and Fayetteville, AR.
Start on West Elm Street
Turn left onto South 3rd Street
Turn right onto West Poplar Street
Turn left onto US 71B
Continue on US 71B
Turn right onto AR 264
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 49; US 62; US 71
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Turn right onto AR 112
Turn left onto West Drake Street
Turn right onto North Gregg Avenue
Turn left onto West Township Street
Turn right onto North College Avenue
Turn left onto East Center Street
Turn right
Arrive at destination
Since this is a brief 35-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to plan for any scheduled stops, as the distance is short enough to drive straight through without fatigue. Keep in mind that your fuel costs will remain low at approximately $4, so you can focus your budget on your destination activities. If you prefer a smoother experience, try avoiding peak traffic hours on I-49 to ensure your 10.4-mile highway stretch remains efficient. Take advantage of the short travel time to maximize your hours spent in Fayetteville rather than behind the wheel.
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.
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 23 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 11.5 miles or 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fayetteville, AR than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Rogers, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Rogers, AR
This is one driving day of about 23 miles and 35m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 11.5 mi from Rogers, AR · 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
12 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.
A short stop after about 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 11.5 miles from Rogers, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
Regular Gas
$3.52 one way
$7.03 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $3.86 | $7.71 |
| premium | $4.61 | $4.17 | $8.35 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $5.11 | $10.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.9 | 0 | $2.41 | $1.10 |
| Efficient EV | 5.8 | 0 | $2.01 | $0.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.22 | $1.47 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Rogers on Sunday
Local time
3:43 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in Fayetteville on Sunday
Local time
3:43 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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