How far is Bella Vista, AR from Russellville, AR?
The driving distance from Bella Vista, AR to Russellville, AR is about 149.3 miles (240.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 104.6 miles (168.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 49m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 24m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Crawford County, Arkansas, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bella Vista and Russellville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bella Vista and Russellville.
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Start on Hartsfield Lane
93 m · 14 sec · Hartsfield Lane
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Turn right onto Billingsley Drive
62 m · 13 sec · Billingsley Drive
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Turn right onto Cooper Road
1.1 mi · 3 min · Cooper Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto West Lancashire Boulevard
2074 ft · 53 sec · West Lancashire Boulevard
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Turn right onto On Ramp Bella Vista Way
1263 ft · 20 sec · On Ramp Bella Vista Way
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Turn straight onto Bella Vista Way
4.3 mi · 7 min · Bella Vista Way
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Take the ramp slight left
71.9 mi · 1 hr 15 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 40 East: Alma, Little Rock
3167 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
64.9 mi · 1 hr 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 64
1557 ft · 43 sec
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Turn left
1.6 mi · 3 min
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Continue on West Main Street
3.1 mi · 5 min · West Main Street
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Turn left onto North Arkansas Avenue
32 m · 3 sec · North Arkansas Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Arkansas Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bella Vista and Russellville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Bella Vista Way
Take the ramp slight left
71.9 mi · 01h 15m
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 leaving Bella Vista and Partly Sunny near Russellville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bella Vista to Russellville?
The road trip is about 149.3 miles (240.3 km) and usually takes 02h 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?
Rudy is a useful midpoint, sitting about 74.3 miles from Bella Vista and 75.1 miles from Russellville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 104.6 miles (168.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 44.7 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 1:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.96 one way or $39.91 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 46.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Bella Vista and Partly Sunny near Russellville.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bella Vista and Russellville. Straight-line distance: 104.67 mi (168.45 km).
#1 Bella Vista
City in Arkansas, United States
| Population | 29,423 |
| Coordinates | 36.4807000, -94.2713400 |
| Altitude | 315 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Russellville
City in Arkansas
| Population | 29,364 |
| Coordinates | 35.2784200, -93.1337900 |
| Altitude | 106 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Arkansas Avenue (-93.133718, 35.278419)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 240 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 51m |
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 | $19.96 | $39.91 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $22.44 | $44.89 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $24.37 | $48.75 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $28.54 | $57.07 |
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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