Sulphur Springs to Van Buren: Road Trip Guide & Distance

174.2 miles 280.3 km · straight line
217.7 miles estimated 350.4 km · driving distance
4h 23min estimated drive time
$21 - $26 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
24° NNE bearing direction

How far is Sulphur Springs from Van Buren?

The distance from Sulphur Springs to Van Buren is 174.2 miles (280.3 km) as the crow flies. Van Buren is located NNE of Sulphur Springs. By car, the driving distance is approximately 217.7 miles, taking about 4h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States — Sulphur Springs in Texas and Van Buren in Arkansas.

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. 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 Sulphur Springs and Van Buren. 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 Sulphur Springs to Van Buren

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 23min $21 - $26 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 16min $17–$33* Budget
Train ~4h 10min $26–$76* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Sulphur Springs & Van Buren

Quick Facts

Sulphur Springs
33.14°N, 95.60°W
America/Chicago
153m elevation
Van Buren
35.44°N, 94.35°W
America/Chicago
126m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 58 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 15 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 143 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients