The drive from Trumann, AR to Fayetteville, AR covers 304.2 miles and takes about 5h 28m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 40, I 57, I 49 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 113.9 miles on I 40.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $45.94 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
152.1 miles from Trumann, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 52m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 28m. Total distance: 304.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 5h 28m highway drive covering 304.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 40 and I 57. The longest continuous stretch is about 113.9 miles on I 40.
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.
I 40 is the longest continuous segment at about 113.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and I 57. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.1 miles in near I 555.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 304.2 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.1 miles (I 555): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 37.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 112.6 miles (US 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
3.1 mi into trip|~6m in|I 555
Merge onto I 555
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
37.7 mi into trip|~44m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
112.6 mi into trip|~2h 2m in|US 64
Take the exit onto US 64 toward US 64 West, I 57 Business North: Beebe, Conway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 64 West, I 57 Business North: Beebe,...
5
113 mi into trip|~2h 3m in|US 64
Keep slight right at fork onto US 64 toward US 64 West: Conway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 64 West: Conway
6
303.5 mi into trip|~5h 26m in|South School Avenue
Turn left onto South School Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
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 Trumann, AR to Fayetteville, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Conway along the way.
Conway
112.6 mi in|~2h 2m|via US 64
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 40
113.9 mi
1h 53m
I 57
74.5 mi
1h 16m
I 49
40.3 mi
40m
US 64
33 mi
42m
I 555
15.5 mi
16m
US 78
12.5 mi
14m
Southwest Drive
6.4 mi
7m
West 69th Highway
1.5 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 113.9 mi, about 1h 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Trumann, AR and Fayetteville, AR.
1
Start on Melton Avenue
135 ft·7 sec·Melton Avenue
2
Turn right onto West Main Street
0.6 mi·1 min·West Main Street
3
Turn right onto AR 463
0.6 mi·1 min·AR 463
4
Turn left onto AR 69
1.5 mi·2 min·West 69th Highway
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·39 sec
Toward I 555 North
6
Merge onto I 555
15 mi·16 min·I 555
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit onto US 49; US 78
0.2 mi·23 sec·US 49; US 78
8
Turn right onto US 49; US 63; US 78
455 ft·9 sec·Alexander Drive
9
Turn right onto US 49; US 63; US 78
6.4 mi·7 min·Southwest Drive
10
Continue on US 78; AR 226
13 mi·14 min·US 78; AR 226
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi·47 sec
12
Merge onto I 57
75 mi·1 hr 16 min·I 57
13
Take the exit onto US 64
0.4 mi·49 sec·US 64
Toward US 64 West, I 57 Business North: Beebe, Conway
14
Keep slight right at fork onto US 64
33 mi·41 min·US 64
Toward US 64 West: Conway
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi·57 sec
16
Merge onto I 40; US 65
114 mi·1 hr 53 min·I 40; US 65
17
Take the exit
0.4 mi·48 sec
Toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
18
Continue on I 49
40 mi·40 min·I 49
Use the slight right lane.
19
Take the exit
0.4 mi·43 sec
Toward AR 112, AR 265
20
Turn slight right onto AR 265
0.2 mi·23 sec·South Cato Springs Road
21
Continue on South Razorback Road
1.4 mi·2 min·South Razorback Road
22
Turn right onto AR 180
0.9 mi·2 min·West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
Turn left onto South School Avenue
0.1 mi·15 sec·South School Avenue
Use the left lane.
24
Turn slight right onto South Nelson Hackett Boulevard
0.4 mi·52 sec·South Nelson Hackett Boulevard
25
Continue on South College Avenue
0.2 mi·26 sec·South College Avenue
26
Turn right onto East Center Street
147 ft·8 sec·East Center Street
27
Turn right
79 ft·5 sec
28
Arrive at destination
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 152.1 miles from Trumann, AR, or about 2h 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 113.9 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 67 miles or 1h 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 152.1 miles or 2h 52m 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 29m
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 Trumann, 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 Trumann, AR
This is one driving day of about 304.2 miles and 5h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 67 miles from Trumann, 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 I 40 for about 113.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 152.1 mi from Trumann, AR
· 2h 52m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$45.94 one way
$91.88 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg106 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$50.43
$100.87
premium
$4.56
$54.60
$109.20
diesel
$5.61
$67.16
$134.33
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$46
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$71–$96
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 106.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
91.3
1
$31.94
$14.60
Efficient EV
76.1
0
$26.62
$12.17
EV Truck/SUV
121.7
1
$42.59
$19.47
Gas CO2
106 kg
EV CO2
36 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Trumann, AR
Night
in Trumann on Friday
Local time
9:04 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Fayetteville, AR
Night
in Fayetteville on Friday
Local time
9:04 PM
CDT
Current temp
72°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
4 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
5h 28m 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 Trumann, AR to Fayetteville, AR covers 304.2 miles and takes about 5h 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, I 57, I 49. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 152.1 miles from Trumann, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $45.94 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 demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 304.2 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.1 miles (I 555): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 37.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 112.6 miles (US 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Trumann, AR to Fayetteville, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Conway along the way.
