Fayetteville, Arkansas to Poplar Bluff: Road Trip Guide & Distance

214.7 miles 345.6 km · straight line
268.4 miles estimated 432 km · driving distance
5h 24min estimated drive time
$26 - $32 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
76° ENE bearing direction

How far is Fayetteville, Arkansas from Poplar Bluff?

The distance from Fayetteville, Arkansas to Poplar Bluff is 214.7 miles (345.6 km) as the crow flies. Poplar Bluff is located ENE of Fayetteville, Arkansas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 268.4 miles, taking about 5h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Fayetteville, Arkansas in Arkansas and Poplar Bluff in Missouri.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Fayetteville, Arkansas and Poplar Bluff. 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 Poplar Bluff

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 24min $26 - $32 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 29min $21–$40* Budget
Train ~5h 8min $32–$94* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Fayetteville, Arkansas & Poplar Bluff

Quick Facts

Fayetteville, Arkansas
36.06°N, 94.16°W
America/Chicago
427m elevation
Poplar Bluff
36.76°N, 90.39°W
America/Chicago
110m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 72 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 116 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients