Fayetteville, Arkansas to Manhattan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

252.9 miles 407 km · straight line
316.2 miles estimated 508.8 km · driving distance
6h 22min estimated drive time
$30 - $37 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
329° NNW bearing direction

How far is Fayetteville, Arkansas from Manhattan?

The distance from Fayetteville, Arkansas to Manhattan is 252.9 miles (407 km) as the crow flies. Manhattan is located NNW of Fayetteville, Arkansas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 316.2 miles, taking about 6h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Fayetteville, Arkansas in Arkansas and Manhattan in Kansas.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Manhattan. 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.

How to Get from Fayetteville, Arkansas to Manhattan

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 22min $30 - $37 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 38min $25–$47* Budget
Train ~6h 3min $38–$111* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Fayetteville, Arkansas & Manhattan

Quick Facts

Fayetteville, Arkansas
36.06°N, 94.16°W
America/Chicago
427m elevation
Manhattan
39.18°N, 96.57°W
America/Chicago
311m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 84 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 98.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients