Drive Time
5h 18m
Distance
260.5 mi
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$35
one way
The drive from Rogers, AR to Paragould, AR covers 260.5 miles and takes about 5h 18m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South 1st Street, West Cherry Street, South Arkansas Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $35.38 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
130.2 miles from Rogers, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 39m into the drive .
Expect a 5h 18m drive with frequent turns across 260.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South 1st Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Cherry Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Arkansas Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Old Wire Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Dick Trammel Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Old Missouri Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Huntsville Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Butterfield Coach Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Rogers, AR and Paragould, AR.
Start on West Elm Street
At the end of the road, turn right onto South 1st Street
At the end of the road, turn left onto West Cherry Street
Turn right onto South Arkansas Street
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward South 1st Street
Exit the roundabout onto South 1st Street
Continue on North Old Wire Road
Continue on Dick Trammel Highway
Continue on North Old Missouri Road
Turn left onto East Huntsville Avenue
Continue on Butterfield Coach Road
Turn left onto East Robinson Avenue
Continue on Main Street
Keep slight left
Turn right
Continue straight
Continue straight
Take the exit slight right
At the end of the road, turn left onto T & C Boulevard
Turn right
Continue straight
Turn left onto Portia Road
Continue on West Main Street
Turn left onto West Court Street
Turn left onto North 12th Street
Turn right onto Meriwether
At the end of the road, turn right onto Winchester
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 80 miles or 1h 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 130.2 miles or 2h 39m 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 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Paragould, 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 260.5 miles and 5h 18m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 130.2 mi from Rogers, AR · 2h 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
130 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 130.2 miles from Rogers, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Paragould, 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 Paragould, AR.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$35.38 one way
$70.77 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.85 | $39.49 | $78.97 |
| premium | $4.15 | $42.56 | $85.12 |
| diesel | $3.75 | $38.46 | $76.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 91.1 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 78.1 | 0 | $27.35 | $12.50 |
| Efficient EV | 65.1 | 0 | $22.79 | $10.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 104.2 | 1 | $36.47 | $16.67 |
Gas CO2
91 kg
EV CO2
30 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Rogers on Saturday
Local time
5:13 AM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Paragould on Saturday
Local time
5:13 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
61°F
Conway, AR
130 mi in
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
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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