How far is Barling, AR from Bentonville, AR?
The driving distance from Barling, AR to Bentonville, AR is about 86.5 miles (139.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 72.5 miles (116.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 48m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 24m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Washington County, Arkansas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Barling and Bentonville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Barling and Bentonville.
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Start on Fort Street
1.6 mi · 2 min · Fort Street
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Continue on Rogers Avenue
2.7 mi · 4 min · Rogers Avenue
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 540 North, US 71 North
1449 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
7.6 mi · 9 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 40 East: Little Rock, Memphis
4.6 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
1.2 km · 2 min
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Continue straight
46.4 mi · 47 min
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Keep slight left
19.3 mi · 21 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 62 East, AR 12 East, AR 102 West: Southeast 14th Street, Hudson Road
1494 ft · 39 sec
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Turn left onto Southeast 14th Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · Southeast 14th Street
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Turn right onto Southeast J Street
1 mi · 2 min · Southeast J Street
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Turn left onto East Central Avenue
1.1 km · 2 min · East Central Avenue
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Turn right onto North Main Street
57 m · 6 sec · North Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Barling and Bentonville.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 49 North
Continue straight
46.4 mi · 00h 47m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Barling and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Bentonville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Barling to Bentonville?
The road trip is about 86.5 miles (139.2 km) and usually takes 01h 24m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Winslow is a useful midpoint, sitting about 43.1 miles from Barling and 43.4 miles from Bentonville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 72.5 miles (116.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 14 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.55 one way or $23.10 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Barling and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Bentonville.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Barling and Bentonville. Straight-line distance: 72.54 mi (116.74 km).
#1 Barling
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 5,064 |
| Coordinates | 35.3256500, -94.3016000 |
| Altitude | 148 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bentonville
Town in Arkansas
| Population | 57,537 |
| Coordinates | 36.3728500, -94.2088200 |
| Altitude | 395 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Main Street (-94.208842, 36.37285)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 139 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 04m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $11.55 | $23.10 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $12.99 | $25.98 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $14.11 | $28.21 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $16.52 | $33.03 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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