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5h 57m
Distance
330.9 mi
532 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$51
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Springdale, AR
Choco Kitty
West Crossett, AR
Aziz Abdulrahman
The drive from Springdale, AR to West Crossett, AR covers 330.9 miles and takes about 5h 57m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 40, US 425, Fulbright Expressway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 140.4 miles on I 40. At current regular gas prices, budget about $50.59 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
165.4 miles from Springdale, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 53m into the drive .
This is a 5h 57m highway drive covering 330.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 40 and US 425. The longest continuous stretch is about 140.4 miles on I 40.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and US 425. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 5.4 miles in near US 71B / Fulbright Expressway.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 330.9 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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 199.3 miles (I 530; US 65; US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Keep slight right at fork onto US 71B / Fulbright Expressway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork toward I 40 East: Alma, Little Rock
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork onto I 530; US 65; US 167
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward AR 530 South: Star City, Monticello
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
At end of road, turn left onto AR 11 / Highway 11
Navigation decision point
Between Springdale, AR and West Crossett, AR, road signs point toward Little Rock and Monticello.
Little Rock
Monticello
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 140.4 mi | 2h 21m |
| US 425 | 51.7 mi | 1h 1m |
| Fulbright Expressway | 48.3 mi | 49m |
| I 530 | 43.9 mi | 45m |
| Highway 530 | 22.9 mi | 26m |
| US 82 | 10.3 mi | 11m |
| US 65 | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| North Thompson Street | 3.3 mi | 6m |
Step-by-step road directions between Springdale, AR and West Crossett, AR.
Start on North Commercial Street
Turn right onto East Johnson Avenue
Turn left onto US 71B
Continue on US 71B
Keep slight right at fork onto US 71B
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 40; US 71
Take the exit onto US 65
Keep slight left at fork onto I 530; US 65; US 167
Take the exit
Continue on AR 530
At end of road, turn left onto AR 11
Turn right onto US 425
Turn right onto US 82
Arrive at 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 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 165.4 miles or 2h 53m 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 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Crossett, AR than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Springdale, 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 Springdale, AR
This is one driving day of about 330.9 miles and 5h 57m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 165.4 mi from Springdale, AR · 2h 53m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
165 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 165.4 miles from Springdale, 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 140.4 miles.
The final approach into West Crossett, 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 West Crossett, 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.
Regular Gas
$50.59 one way
$101.17 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $55.48 | $110.97 |
| premium | $4.61 | $60.06 | $120.11 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $73.51 | $147.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$51
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$76–$101
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 115.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 99.3 | 1 | $34.74 | $15.88 |
| Efficient EV | 82.7 | 0 | $28.95 | $13.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 132.4 | 1 | $46.33 | $21.18 |
Gas CO2
116 kg
EV CO2
39 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Springdale on Monday
Local time
3:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Mostly Cloudy
Destination
Late night in West Crossett on Monday
Local time
3:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
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.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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