How far is Benton, AR from Marianna, AR?
The driving distance from Benton, AR to Marianna, AR is about 120.4 miles (193.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 104.9 miles (168.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 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 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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City in Arkansas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Benton and Marianna.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Benton and Marianna.
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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
20.3 mi · 23 min
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Keep slight right to continue on East Belt Freeway
10 mi · 12 min · East Belt Freeway
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Take the exit right toward I 40: Memphis, Fort Smith
1161 ft · 28 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 40 East: Memphis
2525 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
61.4 mi · 1 hr 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Wheatley
1402 ft · 34 sec
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Turn right
14.7 mi · 26 min
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At the end of the road, turn left
11.9 mi · 18 min
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Turn right onto North Poplar Street
90 m · 8 sec · North Poplar Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Poplar Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Benton and Marianna.
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 East
Merge slight left
61.4 mi · 01h 02m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Benton and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Marianna.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Benton to Marianna?
The road trip is about 120.4 miles (193.8 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?
Carlisle is a useful midpoint, sitting about 60.1 miles from Benton and 60.3 miles from Marianna.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 104.9 miles (168.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.5 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 1:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.09 one way or $32.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Benton and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Marianna.
Stop Ideas Near Carlisle
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Carlisle.
Little Rock Union Station
Malvern station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Benton and Marianna. Straight-line distance: 104.94 mi (168.89 km).
#1 Benton
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 37,214 |
| Coordinates | 34.5645400, -92.5868300 |
| Altitude | 124 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Marianna
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 3,296 |
| Coordinates | 34.7737100, -90.7576100 |
| Altitude | 69 |
| Country | United States |
End: Marianna (-90.75761, 34.77371)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 194 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 30m |
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 | $16.09 | $32.19 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $18.10 | $36.20 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $19.66 | $39.31 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $23.01 | $46.03 |
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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