Trip from Springdale, AR to Texarkana, AR

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Drive Time

4h 57m

Distance

245.1 mi

394 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$37

one way

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Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min

4 AM

4h 44m ★

6 AM

4h 58m

8 AM

5h 25m

10 AM

5h 7m

12 PM

5h 4m

3 PM

5h 8m

5 PM

5h 23m

8 PM

4h 49m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

The drive from Springdale, AR to Texarkana, AR covers 245.1 miles and takes about 4h 57m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on US 71, Fulbright Expressway, US 59 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 133.8 miles on US 71. At current regular gas prices, budget about $37.02 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

122.6 miles from Springdale, AR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 21m into the drive .

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Drive Character

This is a 4h 57m highway drive covering 245.1 miles, with most of the trip on US 71 and Fulbright Expressway. The longest continuous stretch is about 133.8 miles on US 71.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

US 71 is the longest continuous segment at about 133.8 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 71 and Fulbright Expressway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 5.4 miles in near US 71B / Fulbright Expressway.

Route Complexity 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

This is a straightforward 4h 57m 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: at 5.4 miles (US 71B / Fulbright Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 53.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 58.3 miles (US 71): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 11 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

6

5.4 mi into trip | ~10m in | US 71B / Fulbright Expressway

Keep slight right at fork onto US 71B / Fulbright Expressway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.

6

53.7 mi into trip | ~1h in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 40 West: Van Buren, Fort Smith

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 40 West: Van Buren, Fort Smith

5

58.3 mi into trip | ~1h 5m in | US 71

Take the exit onto US 71 toward I 540 South, US 71 South: Fort Smith

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 540 South, US 71 South: Fort Smith

5

244.8 mi into trip | ~4h 56m in | County Avenue

Turn right onto County Avenue

Navigation decision point

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245.1 mi into trip | ~4h 57m in | East 20th Street

Turn left onto East 20th Street

Navigation decision point

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Springdale, AR to Texarkana, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Smith along the way.

Fort Smith

53.7 mi in | ~1h

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
US 71	133.8 mi	2h 38m
Fulbright Expressway	48.3 mi	49m
US 59	44.5 mi	1h
East Collin Raye Drive	8 mi	11m
I 40	4.3 mi	4m
North Thompson Street	3.3 mi	6m
North College Avenue	1.5 mi	2m
East Johnson Avenue	0.6 mi	1m

Longest stretch: US 71 — 133.8 mi, about 2h 38m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Springdale, AR and Texarkana, AR.

1

Start on North Commercial Street

119 ft · 7 sec · North Commercial Street

2

Turn right onto East Johnson Avenue

0.6 mi · 1 min · East Johnson Avenue

3

Turn left onto US 71B

3.3 mi · 6 min · North Thompson Street

4

Continue on US 71B

1.5 mi · 2 min · North College Avenue

5

Keep slight right at fork onto US 71B

48 mi · 49 min · Fulbright Expressway

Use the straight lane.

6

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 24 sec

Toward I 40 West: Van Buren, Fort Smith

7

Merge onto I 40; US 71

4.3 mi · 4 min · I 40; US 71

8

Take the exit onto US 71

12 mi · 14 min · US 71

Toward I 540 South, US 71 South: Fort Smith

9

Take the exit onto US 71

0.3 mi · 44 sec · US 71

Toward US 71 South: Texarkana

10

Turn left onto US 71

121 mi · 2 hr 23 min · US 71

11

Turn left onto US 59; US 70; US 71; US 371

8.0 mi · 11 min · East Collin Raye Drive

12

Continue on US 59; US 71; US 371

44 mi · 1 hr · US 59; US 71; US 371

13

Turn left onto East 24th Street

0.3 mi · 32 sec · East 24th Street

14

Turn right onto County Avenue

0.3 mi · 42 sec · County Avenue

15

Turn left onto East 20th Street

180 ft · 7 sec · East 20th Street

16

Arrive at destination

East 20th Street

Trip Plan

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 122.6 miles from Springdale, AR, or about 2h 21m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 133.8 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 31m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 122.6 miles or 2h 21m 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 56m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Texarkana, AR than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Springdale, 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 Springdale, AR

This is one driving day of about 245.1 miles and 4h 57m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Springdale, 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 71 for about 133.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 122.6 mi from Springdale, AR · 2h 21m into the drive

city in Bowie County, Texas, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Texarkana, TX

123 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

Garland, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Texarkana, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 122.6 miles from Springdale, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 71 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 133.8 miles.

Arriving in Texarkana, AR

The final approach into Texarkana, 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 Texarkana, AR.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$37.02 one way

$74.03 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 86 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.21	$40.63	$81.27
premium	$4.56	$43.99	$87.99
diesel	$5.61	$54.11	$108.23

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$37

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$62–$87

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 85.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	73.5	0	$25.74	$11.76
Efficient EV	61.3	0	$21.45	$9.80
EV Truck/SUV	98	1	$34.31	$15.69

Gas CO2

86 kg

EV CO2

29 kg (66% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 6 hours ago

Origin

Springdale, AR

Late night in Springdale on Wednesday

Local time

5:28 AM

CDT

Current temp

73°F

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Live forecast

Destination

Texarkana, AR

Late night in Texarkana on Wednesday

Local time

5:28 AM

CDT

Current temp

75°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

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

4h 57m 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 Springdale, AR to Texarkana, AR covers 245.1 miles and takes about 4h 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are US 71, Fulbright Expressway, US 59. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 122.6 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 $37.02 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.