Fayetteville, Arkansas to Hays: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Fayetteville, Arkansas from Hays?

The distance from Fayetteville, Arkansas to Hays is 343.7 miles (553.2 km) as the crow flies. Hays is located NW of Fayetteville, Arkansas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 412.5 miles, taking about 8h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 11min. Both are located in United States — Fayetteville, Arkansas in Arkansas and Hays in Kansas.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Fayetteville, Arkansas and Hays. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.