How far is Bella Vista, AR from Van Buren, AR?
The driving distance from Bella Vista, AR to Van Buren, AR is about 85.6 miles (137.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 72.3 miles (116.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 12m 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 01h 36m.
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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City in Arkansas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bella Vista and Van Buren.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bella Vista and Van Buren.
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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 right to continue on I 40 West: Van Buren, Fort Smith
1596 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left
4.3 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 540 South, US 71 South: Fort Smith
1.4 km · 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 64 West: Van Buren
2159 ft · 52 sec
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Turn straight onto Alma Highway
1.6 km · 2 min · Alma Highway
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Continue on Main Street
3207 ft · 58 sec · Main Street
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Continue on East Main Street
60 m · 4 sec · East Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bella Vista and Van Buren.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
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 then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Bella Vista and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Van Buren.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bella Vista to Van Buren?
The road trip is about 85.6 miles (137.7 km) and usually takes 01h 36m 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?
West Fork is a useful midpoint, sitting about 42.8 miles from Bella Vista and 42.8 miles from Van Buren.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 72.3 miles (116.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.3 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 3:18 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.44 one way or $22.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Bella Vista and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Van Buren.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bella Vista and Van Buren. Straight-line distance: 72.26 mi (116.29 km).
#1 Bella Vista
City in Arkansas, United States
| Population | 29,423 |
| Coordinates | 36.4807000, -94.2713400 |
| Altitude | 315 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Van Buren
8th president of the United States (1782-1862)
| Population | 23,812 |
| Coordinates | 35.4367600, -94.3482700 |
| Altitude | 126 |
| Country | United States |
End: Van Buren (-94.34827, 35.43676)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 138 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 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 | $11.44 | $22.87 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $12.86 | $25.72 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $13.97 | $27.94 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $16.35 | $32.71 |
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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