How far is Benton, AR from Cave Springs, AR?
The driving distance from Benton, AR to Cave Springs, AR is about 221.8 miles (356.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 149.5 miles (240.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 51m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 55m.
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Halfway Point
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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 Cave Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Benton and Cave Springs.
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Start on North Main Street
1125 ft · 23 sec · North Main Street
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Continue on Military Road
760 ft · 20 sec · Military Road
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Turn left onto East Carpenter Street
1757 ft · 35 sec · East Carpenter Street
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Turn straight
596 ft · 26 sec
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Turn straight onto I-30 Frontage Road
1469 ft · 29 sec · I-30 Frontage Road
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Take the ramp slight left
157 m · 13 sec
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Merge slight left
11.7 mi · 13 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 430 North, US 70: Fort Smith
13.1 mi · 15 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 40 West: Fort Smith, Oklahoma City
1.1 km · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
134.7 mi · 2 hr 15 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
1977 ft · 48 sec
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Continue straight
46.4 mi · 47 min
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Keep slight left
4.9 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 412
1473 ft · 31 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 412
59 m · 13 sec
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Turn left onto West Sunset Avenue
1.5 mi · 3 min · West Sunset Avenue
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Continue on East Henri de Tonti Boulevard
1982 ft · 39 sec · East Henri de Tonti Boulevard
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Turn right onto North Maestri Road
2.3 mi · 4 min · North Maestri Road
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Continue on South Elm Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · South Elm Street
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Continue on North Main Street Elm Springs
1.5 km · 2 min · North Main Street Elm Springs
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Continue on South Main Street (Cave Springs)
1.8 mi · 3 min · South Main Street (Cave Springs)
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Turn right onto Midway Avenue
16 m · 7 sec · Midway Avenue
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Turn left
13 m · 3 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Benton and Cave Springs.
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 40 West
Merge slight left
135 mi · 02h 15m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Benton and Partly Sunny near Cave Springs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Benton to Cave Springs?
The road trip is about 221.8 miles (356.9 km) and usually takes 03h 55m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Lamar is a useful midpoint, sitting about 110.9 miles from Benton and 110.9 miles from Cave Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 149.5 miles (240.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 72.3 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:08 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.61 one way or $59.23 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 69.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Benton and Partly Sunny near Cave Springs.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Benton and Cave Springs. Straight-line distance: 149.52 mi (240.63 km).
#1 Benton
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 37,214 |
| Coordinates | 34.5645400, -92.5868300 |
| Altitude | 124 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cave Springs
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 5,737 |
| Coordinates | 36.2634100, -94.2318700 |
| Altitude | 352 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cave Springs (-94.23187, 36.26341)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 357 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 46m |
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 | $29.61 | $59.23 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $33.31 | $66.61 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $36.17 | $72.34 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $42.35 | $84.69 |
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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