How far is Benton, AR from Camden, AR?
The driving distance from Benton, AR to Camden, AR is about 88.9 miles (143 km), with a travel time of about 01h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 69.2 miles (111.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 54m 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 57m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Arkansas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Benton and Camden.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Benton and Camden.
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Start on North Main Street
111 m · 9 sec · North Main Street
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Turn right onto East Conway Street
115 m · 19 sec · East Conway Street
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Turn right onto North East Street
2866 ft · 1 min · North East Street
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Turn left onto Edison Avenue
1.1 mi · 2 min · Edison Avenue
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Turn right
19.4 mi · 32 min
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Turn right onto Sheridan Bypass
6.4 mi · 8 min · Sheridan Bypass
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Continue on South Rock Street
29.4 mi · 34 min · South Rock Street
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Turn right
4.1 mi · 6 min
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Keep slight right to continue on US 79: Camden
23.3 mi · 26 min
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Turn right
4.2 mi · 6 min
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Turn left onto Harrison Avenue Northwest
92 m · 7 sec · Harrison Avenue Northwest
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Turn right onto West Washington Street
962 ft · 21 sec · West Washington Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto West Washington Street
11 m · 1 sec · West Washington Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Washington Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Benton and Camden.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
South Rock Street
Continue on South Rock Street
29.4 mi · 00h 34m
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 Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Benton and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Camden.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Benton to Camden?
The road trip is about 88.9 miles (143 km) and usually takes 01h 57m 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?
Carthage is a useful midpoint, sitting about 44.5 miles from Benton and 44.4 miles from Camden.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 69.2 miles (111.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.7 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 2:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.89 one way or $23.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Benton and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Camden.
Stop Ideas Near Carthage
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Carthage.
Malvern station
Arkadelphia station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Benton and Camden. Straight-line distance: 69.18 mi (111.33 km).
#1 Benton
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 37,214 |
| Coordinates | 34.5645400, -92.5868300 |
| Altitude | 124 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Camden
County seat of Ouachita County, Arkansas, United States
| Population | 10,638 |
| Coordinates | 33.5845600, -92.8343300 |
| Altitude | 63 |
| Country | United States |
End: Camden (-92.83433, 33.58456)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 143 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 06m |
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 | $11.89 | $23.78 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $13.37 | $26.75 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $14.52 | $29.05 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $17.00 | $34.01 |
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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