Fayetteville, Arkansas to Ponca City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Fayetteville, Arkansas from Ponca City?

The distance from Fayetteville, Arkansas to Ponca City is 168.8 miles (271.7 km) as the crow flies. Ponca City is located WNW of Fayetteville, Arkansas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 211 miles, taking about 4h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in United States — Fayetteville, Arkansas in Arkansas and Ponca City in Oklahoma.

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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Fayetteville, Arkansas and Ponca City. 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.