How far is Bentonville, AR from Alma, AR?
The driving distance from Bentonville, AR to Alma, AR is about 70.8 miles (114 km), with a travel time of about 01h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 61.8 miles (99.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 36m 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 18m.
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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 Bentonville and Alma.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bentonville and Alma.
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Start on North Main Street
57 m · 14 sec · North Main Street
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Turn left onto East Central Avenue
1.1 km · 2 min · East Central Avenue
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Turn right onto Southeast J Street
1 mi · 2 min · Southeast J Street
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Turn left onto Southeast 14th Street
1.6 km · 2 min · Southeast 14th Street
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Take the ramp slight right
1203 ft · 15 sec
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Continue straight
65.7 mi · 1 hr 8 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
1888 ft · 21 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward US 71: Alma
1479 ft · 42 sec
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Turn right onto US Highway 71 North
1852 ft · 33 sec · US Highway 71 North
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Continue on Fayetteville Avenue
137 m · 12 sec · Fayetteville Avenue
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Keep slight left to continue on Fayetteville Avenue
1431 ft · 40 sec · Fayetteville Avenue
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Continue on Fayetteville Avenue
1006 ft · 28 sec · Fayetteville Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Fayetteville Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bentonville and Alma.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Southeast 14th Street
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65.7 mi · 01h 08m
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.
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Bentonville and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Alma.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bentonville to Alma?
The road trip is about 70.8 miles (114 km) and usually takes 01h 18m 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 35.5 miles from Bentonville and 35.4 miles from Alma.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 61.8 miles (99.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 9 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 3:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.17 one way or $22.34 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Bentonville and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Alma.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bentonville and Alma. Straight-line distance: 61.84 mi (99.52 km).
#1 Bentonville
Town in Arkansas
| Population | 57,537 |
| Coordinates | 36.3728500, -94.2088200 |
| Altitude | 395 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Alma
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 5,887 |
| Coordinates | 35.4778700, -94.2218800 |
| Altitude | 132 |
| Country | United States |
End: Alma (-94.22188, 35.47787)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 114 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 53m |
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 | $11.17 | $22.34 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $12.56 | $25.13 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $13.64 | $27.29 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $15.97 | $31.95 |
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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