Origin
Springdale, AR
Afternoon in Springdale on Thursday
Local time
2:54 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Springdale, AR to Mineral Springs, AR
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 45m
Distance
58 mi
93 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 38m
★
6 AM
1h 46m
8 AM
2h 2m
10 AM
1h 51m
12 PM
1h 50m
3 PM
1h 52m
5 PM
2h 1m
8 PM
1h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Springdale, AR
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Mineral Springs, AR
Solvej Nielsen
Trip Overview
The drive from Springdale, AR to Mineral Springs, AR covers 58 miles and takes about 1h 45m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East Huntsville Road, AR 23, North Crossover Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 28.2 miles on East Huntsville Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.76 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
29 miles from Springdale, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 51m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 45m. Total distance: 58 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (18%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 45m drive with frequent turns across 58 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Huntsville Road is the longest continuous segment at about 28.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near East Emma Avenue.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Springdale, AR to Mineral Springs, AR is easy. At 1h 45m with 18% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East Emma Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 10.1 miles (AR 16 / East Huntsville Road): Navigation decision point; at 48.8 miles (AR 215 / Cass Oark Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
East Emma Avenue
Turn left onto East Emma Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
10.1 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
AR 16 / East Huntsville Road
Turn left onto AR 16 / East Huntsville Road
Navigation decision point
4
48.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
|
AR 215 / Cass Oark Road
Turn left onto AR 215 / Cass Oark Road
Navigation decision point
4
53.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 33m in
|
Forest Service Road 1504
Turn right onto Forest Service Road 1504
Navigation decision point
5
58 mi into trip
|
~1h 45m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Huntsville Road | 28.2 mi | 48m |
| AR 23 | 10.5 mi | 15m |
| North Crossover Road | 6.7 mi | 11m |
| Forest Service Road 1504 | 4.9 mi | 12m |
| Cass Oark Road | 4.3 mi | 10m |
| South Old Missouri Road | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| East Emma Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| North Commercial Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
East Huntsville Road
— 28.2 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springdale, AR and Mineral Springs, AR.
1
Start on North Commercial Street
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
·
North Commercial Street
2
Turn left onto East Emma Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Emma Avenue
3
Turn right onto AR 265
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
South Old Missouri Road
4
Continue on AR 265
6.7 mi
·
11 min
·
North Crossover Road
Use the left lane.
5
Turn left onto AR 16
28 mi
·
48 min
·
East Huntsville Road
6
Turn right onto AR 23
11 mi
·
15 min
·
AR 23
7
Turn left onto AR 215
4.3 mi
·
10 min
·
Cass Oark Road
8
Turn right onto Forest Service Road 1504
4.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Forest Service Road 1504
9
Continue on Forest Service Road 1504
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Forest Service Road 1504
10
Continue on Forest Service Road 1504
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
Forest Service Road 1504
11
Turn left
106 ft
·
4 sec
12
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
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 29 miles from Springdale, AR, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28.2 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 13 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 29 miles or 51m 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 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mineral Springs, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Springdale, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Springdale, AR
This is one driving day of about 58 miles and 1h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 13 miles from Springdale, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on East Huntsville Road for about 28.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29 mi from Springdale, AR · 51m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29 miles from Springdale, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Mineral Springs, AR
The final approach into Mineral Springs, AR usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.76 one way
$17.52 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $9.62 | $19.23 |
| premium | $4.56 | $10.41 | $20.82 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.81 | $25.61 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.4 | 0 | $6.09 | $2.78 |
| Efficient EV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.07 | $2.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.2 | 0 | $8.12 | $3.71 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Mineral Springs, AR
Afternoon in Mineral Springs on Thursday
Local time
2:54 PM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 10 mph
39% chance
Live forecast
72°F
Elkins, AR
29 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
2 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
1h 45m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Springdale, AR to Mineral Springs, AR covers 58 miles and takes about 1h 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Huntsville Road, AR 23, North Crossover Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29 miles from Springdale, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.76 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.
The drive from Springdale, AR to Mineral Springs, AR is easy. At 1h 45m with 18% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East Emma Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 10.1 miles (AR 16 / East Huntsville Road): Navigation decision point; at 48.8 miles (AR 215 / Cass Oark Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Springdale, AR to Mineral Springs, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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