Origin
Rogers, AR
Morning in Rogers on Saturday
Local time
11:29 AM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rogers, AR to Prairie Grove, AR
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
46m
Distance
32.3 mi
52 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 42m
★
6 AM
0h 46m
8 AM
0h 54m
10 AM
0h 49m
12 PM
0h 48m
3 PM
0h 49m
5 PM
0h 54m
8 PM
0h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rogers, AR
Tima Miroshnichenko
Prairie Grove, AR
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Trip Overview
Rogers, AR to Prairie Grove, AR is 32.3 miles and takes about 46 minutes via I 49, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within Arkansas, connecting two points in the Southeast region. It's a straightforward drive, mostly on a major interstate, making it a convenient option for a quick hop. You'll find the landscape is a mixed drive, offering a brief but efficient journey. Given the minimal distance and time, this route is ideal for a same-day excursion with plenty of flexibility.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 46m. Total distance: 32.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (48%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive features a mixed profile, with 48% of the journey on highways. You'll spend a good portion of the time on I 49, including a longest stretch of 15 miles on this interstate. Expect a blend of faster highway driving and local road navigation as you approach your destination. East Main Street and South 8th Street will likely become more prominent as you transition off the interstate. The character of the drive shifts from open highway to more urban or town-centered roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 49 is the longest continuous segment at about 15 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 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South 3rd Street.
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 32.3 miles you will encounter 13 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 (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 22.1 miles (US 62; AR 16): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 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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South 3rd Street
Turn left onto South 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
5
7.1 mi into trip
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~13m in
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I 49; US 62; US 71
Merge onto I 49; US 62; US 71
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
22.1 mi into trip
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~29m in
|
US 62; AR 16
Take the exit onto US 62; AR 16 toward US 62 West, AR 180, AR 16 East: Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 62
Toward US 62 West, AR 180, AR 16 East: Martin L...
5
22.7 mi into trip
|
~30m in
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US 62 / West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Turn right onto US 62 / West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
31.9 mi into trip
|
~45m in
|
East Parks Street
Turn right onto East Parks Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 49 | 15 mi | 16m |
| East Main Street | 6.4 mi | 9m |
| South 8th Street | 3.4 mi | 6m |
| North Bloomington Street | 2 mi | 3m |
| West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| East Douglas Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| West Monroe Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| US 62 | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 49
— 15 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rogers, AR and Prairie Grove, AR.
1
Start on West Elm Street
99 ft
·
8 sec
·
West Elm Street
2
Turn left onto South 3rd Street
390 ft
·
18 sec
·
South 3rd Street
3
Turn right onto West Poplar Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West Poplar Street
4
Turn left onto US 71B
3.4 mi
·
6 min
·
South 8th Street
5
Continue on US 71B
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
North Bloomington Street
6
Turn right onto AR 264
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West Monroe Avenue
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
8
Merge onto I 49; US 62; US 71
15 mi
·
16 min
·
I 49; US 62; US 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit onto US 62; AR 16
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
US 62; AR 16
Exit 62
Toward US 62 West, AR 180, AR 16 East: Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn right
149 ft
·
5 sec
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Turn right onto US 62
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Use the right lane.
12
Continue on US 62
6.4 mi
·
9 min
·
East Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Turn right onto US 62B
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East Douglas Street
14
Continue on North Pittman Street
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
North Pittman Street
15
Turn right onto East Parks Street
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
East Parks Street
16
Turn left onto North Mock Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
North Mock Street
17
Turn right onto West Mock Drive
117 ft
·
5 sec
·
West Mock Drive
18
Arrive at destination
West Mock Drive
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.1 mi from Rogers, AR · 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.1 miles from Rogers, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Prairie Grove, AR
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Prairie Grove, AR if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.88 one way
$9.76 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $5.35 | $10.71 |
| premium | $4.56 | $5.80 | $11.59 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.13 | $14.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.7 | 0 | $3.39 | $1.55 |
| Efficient EV | 8.1 | 0 | $2.83 | $1.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.9 | 0 | $4.52 | $2.07 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Prairie Grove, AR
Morning in Prairie Grove on Saturday
Local time
11:29 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
72°F
Fayetteville, AR
16 mi in
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
1 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
46m 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 Rogers, AR to Prairie Grove, AR covers 32.3 miles and takes about 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 49, East Main Street, South 8th Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16.1 miles from Rogers, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.88 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 32.3 miles you will encounter 13 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 (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 22.1 miles (US 62; AR 16): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Rogers, AR to Prairie Grove, 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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