Origin
Russellville, AR
Night in Russellville on Sunday
Local time
9:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Russellville, AR to Fayetteville, AR
Drive Time
2h 2m
Distance
114.4 mi
184 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 53m
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6 AM
2h 2m
8 AM
2h 20m
10 AM
2h 8m
12 PM
2h 7m
3 PM
2h 9m
5 PM
2h 19m
8 PM
1h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Russellville, AR
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Russellville to Fayetteville, Arkansas, you can expect a straightforward journey covering 114.4 miles. The drive typically takes about 2 hours and 2 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. You will primarily utilize I-40 and I-49, keeping your transit time efficient and predictable. With an estimated fuel cost of $17, this route is quite budget-friendly for a quick getaway between these two Southeastern Arkansas hubs. Whether you are heading out for business or a change of scenery, the simplicity of this trip allows for maximum flexibility in your schedule.
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
57.2 miles from Russellville, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h into the drive .
Drive Character
This 114.4-mile trip is heavily focused on interstate travel, with 92% of the journey spent on major highways. You will spend a significant portion of your time on I-40, which features the route’s longest uninterrupted stretch of 64.8 miles. Expect a consistent, highway-focused experience that prioritizes speed and directness over winding backroads. As you transition from the initial stretches of I-40 onto I-49 and finally West Main Street, the pace remains steady and functional. It is a predictable, no-nonsense drive that lets you settle into a rhythm behind the wheel without frequent navigation changes.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 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 64.8 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 US 64 / West Main Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 2m drive. You will face about 11 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 64 / West Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.9 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 110.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 64 / West Main Street
Turn right onto US 64 / West Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
4.9 mi into trip
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~7m in
Take the ramp toward I-40
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Exit 78
Toward I-40
5
110.7 mi into trip
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~1h 54m 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
112.8 mi into trip
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~1h 58m in
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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
113.7 mi into trip
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~2h in
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South School Avenue
Turn left onto South School Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 64.8 mi | 1h 4m |
| I 49 | 40.3 mi | 40m |
| West Main Street | 4.6 mi | 7m |
| South Razorback Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| South Nelson Hackett Boulevard | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Mission Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South Cato Springs Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 64.8 mi, about 1h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Russellville, AR and Fayetteville, AR.
1
Start on AR 7
106 ft
·
6 sec
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North Arkansas Avenue
2
Turn right onto US 64
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
West Main Street
Use the none lane.
3
Continue on US 64
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
4
Turn right onto Mission Road
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Mission Road
5
Continue on Lakewood Drive
367 ft
·
9 sec
·
Lakewood Drive
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 78
Toward I-40
7
Merge onto I 40
65 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
·
I 40
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
9
Continue on I 49
40 mi
·
40 min
·
I 49
Use the none lane.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
Toward AR 112, AR 265
11
Turn slight right onto AR 265
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
South Cato Springs Road
12
Continue on South Razorback Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South Razorback Road
Use the none lane.
13
Turn right onto AR 180
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Turn left onto South School Avenue
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
South School Avenue
Use the left lane.
15
Turn slight right onto South Nelson Hackett Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
South Nelson Hackett Boulevard
Use the none lane.
16
Continue on South College Avenue
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
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South College Avenue
17
Turn right onto East Center Street
147 ft
·
8 sec
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East Center Street
18
Turn right
79 ft
·
5 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short trip of just over two hours, you have the advantage of choosing your departure time based on personal preference rather than strict logistical constraints. To make the most of your $17 fuel budget, ensure your tank is topped off before leaving Russellville, as the interstate-heavy nature of the route means you will be moving quickly. Since there are no mandatory stops scheduled, feel free to pull off the main highway whenever you need a break to maintain your alertness. Keep an eye on your speed when transitioning from the open stretches of I-49 into the local traffic of West Main Street upon your arrival in Fayetteville. Embracing the flexibility of this duration allows you to arrive at your destination refreshed and ready to go.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 57.2 miles from Russellville, AR, or about 1h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 64.8 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 80 miles or 1h 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 57.2 miles or 1h in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 37m
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 Russellville, 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 Russellville, AR
This is one driving day of about 114.4 miles and 2h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Russellville, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 64.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 57.2 mi from Russellville, AR · 1h into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
57 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 57.2 miles from Russellville, 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 64.8 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.49 one way
$34.98 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
40 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $19.18 | $38.36 |
| premium | $4.61 | $20.76 | $41.53 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $25.42 | $50.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.3 | 0 | $12.01 | $5.49 |
| Efficient EV | 28.6 | 0 | $10.01 | $4.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 45.8 | 0 | $16.02 | $7.32 |
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (68% 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
Night in Fayetteville on Sunday
Local time
9:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°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
3 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 2m 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 Russellville, AR to Fayetteville, AR covers 114.4 miles and takes about 2h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, I 49, West Main Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 57.2 miles from Russellville, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.49 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 is a straightforward 2h 2m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 64 / West Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.9 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 110.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Russellville, AR to Fayetteville, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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