Origin
Southside, AR
Late night in Southside on Saturday
Local time
12:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Southside, AR to Rogers, AR
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 44m
Distance
198.4 mi
319 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$30
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 31m
★
6 AM
4h 44m
8 AM
5h 11m
10 AM
4h 54m
12 PM
4h 51m
3 PM
4h 55m
5 PM
5h 10m
8 PM
4h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Southside, AR
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Rogers, AR
Tima Miroshnichenko
Trip Overview
Southside, AR to Rogers, AR is 198.4 miles and takes about 4h 44m via US 412, US 65, and East Main Street, with a fuel budget near $30 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Arkansas, traversing the Southeast region for its entirety. Expect a drive that is primarily on highways, making it a straightforward journey. With a single recommended stop and a manageable duration, this route is well-suited for a single-day excursion.
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
99.2 miles from Southside, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 29m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 44m. Total distance: 198.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (67%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This route is largely a highway-focused drive, with 67% of its length on high-speed roads. You'll experience a significant uninterrupted stretch of 56.4 miles along US 412, offering a consistent pace. The journey begins on US 412, transitions to US 65, and concludes on East Main Street as you enter Rogers. While much of the drive is on well-maintained highways, be prepared for the shift in road type as you approach your destination.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 28 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 is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 412 and US 65. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 8.2 miles in near AR 14; AR 25 / Heber Springs Road.
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 4h 44m drive. You will face about 16 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 8.2 miles (AR 14; AR 25 / Heber Springs Road): Navigation decision point; at 67.4 miles (AR 66 / Oak Street): Navigation decision point; at 129.2 miles (US 412): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
8.2 mi into trip
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~14m in
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AR 14; AR 25 / Heber Springs Road
Turn left onto AR 14; AR 25 / Heber Springs Road
Navigation decision point
5
67.4 mi into trip
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~1h 42m in
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AR 66 / Oak Street
Turn left onto AR 66 / Oak Street
Navigation decision point
5
129.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 13m in
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US 412
Turn left onto US 412
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
197.8 mi into trip
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~4h 42m in
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South Arkansas Street
Enter roundabout onto South Arkansas Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
198.1 mi into trip
|
~4h 43m in
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East Cherry Street
Turn left onto East Cherry Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 412 | 56.4 mi | 1h 6m |
| US 65 | 50 mi | 1h 12m |
| East Main Street | 36.8 mi | 54m |
| AR 66 | 15.8 mi | 23m |
| US 62 | 11.6 mi | 17m |
| Mountain View Road | 6.1 mi | 9m |
| Locust Grove Road | 6 mi | 10m |
| South 1st Street | 4.4 mi | 9m |
Longest stretch:
US 412
— 56.4 mi, about 1h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Southside, AR and Rogers, AR.
1
Start on US 167
356 ft
·
8 sec
·
Batesville Boulevard
2
Turn right onto AR 230
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Camp Tahkodah Road
3
Turn right onto AR 230
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Locust Grove Road
4
Continue on AR 230
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Locust Grove Road
5
Turn left onto AR 14; AR 25
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
Heber Springs Road
6
Turn right onto AR 14
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Mountain View Road
7
Turn straight onto AR 14
37 mi
·
54 min
·
East Main Street
8
Continue on AR 66
16 mi
·
23 min
·
AR 66
9
Turn right onto AR 66
351 ft
·
11 sec
·
Main Street
10
Turn left onto AR 66
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Oak Street
11
Turn right onto US 65
50 mi
·
1 hr 12 min
·
US 65
12
Take the exit onto US 62; US 65; US 412
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
US 62; US 65; US 412
13
Take the exit onto US 62; US 412
6.1 mi
·
8 min
·
US 62; US 412
14
Continue on US 62; US 412
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 62; US 412
Use the straight / left lanes.
15
Turn left onto US 412
56 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
·
US 412
Use the left lane.
16
Turn right onto Butterfield Coach Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Butterfield Coach Road
17
Continue on East Huntsville Avenue
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
East Huntsville Avenue
18
Turn right onto AR 265
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
North Old Missouri Road
19
Continue on AR 265
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Dick Trammel Highway
20
Continue on AR 265
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Old Wire Road
21
Continue on AR 265
4.2 mi
·
8 min
·
South 1st Street
22
Keep slight left at fork onto South 1st Street
181 ft
·
5 sec
·
South 1st Street
23
Enter roundabout onto South Arkansas Street
104 ft
·
2 sec
·
South Arkansas Street
24
Continue on South Arkansas Street
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
South Arkansas Street
25
Turn left onto East Cherry Street
282 ft
·
11 sec
·
East Cherry Street
26
Turn right onto South 1st Street
0.1 mi
·
37 sec
·
South 1st Street
27
Turn left onto West Elm Street
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
West Elm Street
28
Arrive at destination
West Elm Street
Trip Plan
Given the 4h 44m estimated drive time, departing in the morning will comfortably allow you to reach Rogers within daylight hours. The longest stretch without a significant change in road is 56.4 miles on US 412, so plan your fuel stops accordingly, perhaps before embarking on this longer segment. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost estimated at $30, this is a flexible trip. Consider breaking up the drive with a brief stop around the halfway point to stretch your legs and grab a quick refreshment.
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 99.2 miles from Southside, AR, or about 2h 29m 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 44 miles or 1h 7m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 99.2 miles or 2h 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Rogers, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Southside, 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 Southside, AR
This is one driving day of about 198.4 miles and 4h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 44 miles from Southside, 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 99.2 mi from Southside, AR · 2h 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
99 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 44 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 99.2 miles from Southside, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Rogers, AR
The final approach into Rogers, 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 Rogers, 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
$29.96 one way
$59.93 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
69 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $32.89 | $65.78 |
| premium | $4.56 | $35.61 | $71.22 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $43.80 | $87.61 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 69.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 59.5 | 0 | $20.83 | $9.52 |
| Efficient EV | 49.6 | 0 | $17.36 | $7.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 79.4 | 0 | $27.78 | $12.70 |
Gas CO2
69 kg
EV CO2
23 kg (67% 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
Rogers, AR
Late night in Rogers on Saturday
Local time
12:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
75°F
Harrison, AR
99 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
6 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
4h 44m 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 Southside, AR to Rogers, AR covers 198.4 miles and takes about 4h 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 412, US 65, East 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 99.2 miles from Southside, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $29.96 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 4h 44m drive. You will face about 16 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 8.2 miles (AR 14; AR 25 / Heber Springs Road): Navigation decision point; at 67.4 miles (AR 66 / Oak Street): Navigation decision point; at 129.2 miles (US 412): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Southside, AR to Rogers, 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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