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Trip from Texarkana, AR to Fayetteville, AR

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 45m

Distance

235.3 mi

379 km

Drive Score

10/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$36

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
4h 32m ★
6 AM
4h 45m
8 AM
5h 12m
10 AM
4h 55m
12 PM
4h 52m
3 PM
4h 56m
5 PM
5h 11m
8 PM
4h 37m

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

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city in Miller County, Arkansas, United States

Texarkana, AR

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Trip Overview

This 235.3-mile drive from Texarkana, AR to Fayetteville, AR is a straightforward, one-day trip, taking approximately 4 hours and 45 minutes. It's a journey within Arkansas, staying within the Southeast region, so you won't be crossing state lines. The primary roads you'll be on are US 71 and I 49, with a highway share of 57%, making for a mostly efficient travel experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $36, this route is quite budget-friendly for a single day of travel. It's designed for a single day, allowing you to reach your destination with plenty of daylight left.

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

117.7 miles from Texarkana, AR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 29m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 71 86.5 mi 1h 42m
North Lakeside Drive 51.2 mi 59m
I 49 40.3 mi 40m
Main Street 24.3 mi 32m
North State Line Avenue 20.2 mi 27m
US 59 8 mi 11m
South Razorback Road 1.4 mi 2m
West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard 0.9 mi 2m
Longest stretch: US 71 — 86.5 mi, about 1h 42m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on East 20th Street

180 ft · 9 sec · East 20th Street
2

Turn right onto County Avenue

0.3 mi · 42 sec · County Avenue
3

Turn left onto East 24th Street

0.3 mi · 33 sec · East 24th Street
4

At end of road, turn right onto US 71

20 mi · 27 min · North State Line Avenue
5

Continue on US 59; US 71

24 mi · 32 min · Main Street
6

Continue on US 59; US 70; US 71; US 371

8.0 mi · 11 min · US 59; US 70; US 71; US 371
7

Turn right onto US 59; US 71

51 mi · 59 min · North Lakeside Drive
8

Continue on US 71; US 270

70 mi · 1 hr 23 min · US 71; US 270
9

Take the exit onto US 71

12 mi · 14 min · US 71
Toward 540 North
10

Keep slight right at fork onto US 71

4.6 mi · 4 min · US 71
Toward I 40 East: Little Rock, Memphis Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min
Toward I 49 North: Fayetteville Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Continue on I 49

40 mi · 40 min · I 49
Use the slight right lane.
13

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 43 sec
Toward AR 112, AR 265
14

Turn slight right onto AR 265

0.2 mi · 23 sec · South Cato Springs Road
15

Continue on South Razorback Road

1.4 mi · 2 min · South Razorback Road
16

Turn right onto AR 180

0.9 mi · 2 min · West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
17

Turn left onto South School Avenue

0.1 mi · 15 sec · South School Avenue
Use the left lane.
18

Turn slight right onto South Nelson Hackett Boulevard

0.4 mi · 52 sec · South Nelson Hackett Boulevard
19

Continue on South College Avenue

0.2 mi · 26 sec · South College Avenue
20

Turn right onto East Center Street

147 ft · 8 sec · East Center Street
21

Turn right

79 ft · 5 sec
22

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

For this 4 hour and 45 minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Texarkana to maximize your time in Fayetteville. With only one significant recommended stop implied by the data, you have flexibility in when and where you choose to take breaks. Keep in mind the estimated fuel cost of $36, and plan your fuel stops accordingly, especially before embarking on the 86.5-mile stretch on US 71. The mixed drive profile means you'll experience different road types, so be prepared to adjust your driving style as needed.

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 117.7 miles from Texarkana, AR, or about 2h 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 86.5 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 52 miles or 1h 11m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 117.7 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 58m

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 Texarkana, 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 Texarkana, AR

This is one driving day of about 235.3 miles and 4h 45m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 52 miles from Texarkana, 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 86.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Arkansas, USA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Booneville, AR

118 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

Ashdown, AR

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 52 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Booneville, AR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 117.7 miles from Texarkana, 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 86.5 miles.

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

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Golden Lady Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Texarkana, Arkansas

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 11 am–6 pm

+18707724765

Visit website

Verona Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Texarkana, Arkansas

1.4 mi

Golden Lady Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Texarkana, Arkansas

Hours: 11 am–6 pm

+18707724765

Visit website

Verona Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour Moderately

Texarkana, Arkansas

Hours: 5–9 pm

+18707734444

Visit website

Stilwell's Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 50.4

De Queen, Arkansas

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+18706422872

Visit website

Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux - Texarkana Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour Moderately

Texarkana, Texas

Hours: 11 am–11 pm

+19037166203

Visit website

Loca Luna | Mexican Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20

Texarkana, Texas

Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm

+19033060531

Visit website

Mandalay Fusion

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 235.3

Farmington, Arkansas

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+14792679494

Visit website

Phase II - Bar & Grill Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Texarkana, Texas

Hours: 5:30–11 pm

+19037923222

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 12

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 234.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | County Avenue

Turn right onto County Avenue

Navigation decision point

5
0.3 mi into trip | ~0m in | East 24th Street

Turn left onto East 24th Street

Navigation decision point

8
186.1 mi into trip | ~3h 50m in | US 71

Keep slight right at fork onto US 71 toward I 40 East: Little Rock, Memphis

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 40 East: Little Rock, Memphis
6
190.7 mi into trip | ~3h 55m in

Take the exit toward I 49 North: Fayetteville

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
6
234.6 mi into trip | ~4h 43m in | South School Avenue

Turn left onto South School Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$35.54 one way

$71.07 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 82 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.21 $39.01 $78.02
premium $4.56 $42.23 $84.47
diesel $5.61 $51.95 $103.90

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$36

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$61–$86

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 82.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 70.6 0 $24.71 $11.29
Efficient EV 58.8 0 $20.59 $9.41
EV Truck/SUV 94.1 1 $32.94 $15.06

Gas CO2

82 kg

EV CO2

28 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 as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Texarkana, AR

Afternoon in Texarkana on Saturday

Local time

3:42 PM

CDT

Current temp

75°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Fayetteville, AR

Afternoon in Fayetteville on Saturday

Local time

3:42 PM

CDT

Current temp

72°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

77°F

Booneville, AR

118 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

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

4h 45m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

The drive offers a mixed bag of road types, with 57% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter stretches on US 71, which can feel like a more traditional highway, and also navigate sections of I 49 for faster progress. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 86.5 miles on US 71, offering a good period of steady driving. This profile suggests a drive that balances efficiency with moments of more direct highway travel, rather than a constant interstate pace.

57% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 86.5 mi on US 71.

How Hard Is This Drive?

5/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near County Avenue.

Driving Effort 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 235.3 miles you will encounter 12 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: near the start (County Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (East 24th Street): Navigation decision point; at 186.1 miles (US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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 Texarkana, AR to Fayetteville, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Memphis along the way.

Memphis

186.1 mi in | ~3h 50m | via US 71

About the Cities

Starting in Texarkana, AR

Full guide →

Texarkana is a city of 150,000 people (2016) in the Piney Woods region of Texas and the Timberlands region of Arkansas.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 45m. Total distance: 235.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 45m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (57%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 86.5 miles on US 71. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (County Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (East 24th Street): Navigation decision point; at 186.1 miles (US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Possible but tiring. At 4.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Fayetteville, AR, but most travelers stay overnight.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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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