How far is Bentonville, AR from Elkins, AR?
The driving distance from Bentonville, AR to Elkins, AR is about 38.2 miles (61.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 28 miles (45 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 51m 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.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 55m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Arkansas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bentonville and Elkins.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bentonville and Elkins.
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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
18.4 mi · 20 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AR 112, US 71B North: North Fulbright Expressway
749 ft · 11 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 71B North
1.3 km · 1 min
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Merge slight right onto Fulbright Expressway
1.6 km · 1 min · Fulbright Expressway
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Take the exit slight right
1617 ft · 39 sec
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Turn straight onto North College Avenue
1.1 km · 1 min · North College Avenue
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Turn left onto East Rolling Hills Drive
1.1 km · 2 min · East Rolling Hills Drive
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Turn right onto North Old Missouri Road
1469 ft · 50 sec · North Old Missouri Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North Old Wire Road
1.2 km · 2 min · North Old Wire Road
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Turn right onto North Crossover Road
3.7 mi · 6 min · North Crossover Road
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Turn left onto East Huntsville Road
8.5 mi · 14 min · East Huntsville Road
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Turn left onto Church Street
47 m · 7 sec · Church Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Church Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bentonville and Elkins.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Southeast 14th Street
Continue straight
18.4 mi · 00h 20m
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 Bentonville and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Elkins.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bentonville to Elkins?
The road trip is about 38.2 miles (61.5 km) and usually takes 00h 55m 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?
Johnson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.1 miles from Bentonville and 19.1 miles from Elkins.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 28 miles (45 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.2 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 4:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.11 one way or $10.22 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Bentonville and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Elkins.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bentonville and Elkins. Straight-line distance: 27.99 mi (45.05 km).
#1 Bentonville
Town in Arkansas
| Population | 57,537 |
| Coordinates | 36.3728500, -94.2088200 |
| Altitude | 395 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Elkins
Township in Washington County, Arkansas
| Population | 3,664 |
| Coordinates | 36.0014700, -94.0082500 |
| Altitude | 371 |
| Country | United States |
End: Elkins (-94.00825, 36.00147)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 61 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 28m |
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 | $5.11 | $10.22 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $5.75 | $11.50 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $6.24 | $12.49 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $7.31 | $14.62 |
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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