How far is Bentonville, AR from Gravel Ridge, AR?
The driving distance from Bentonville, AR to Gravel Ridge, AR is about 218.4 miles (351.5 km), with a travel time of about 03h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 153.8 miles (247.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 46m 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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City in Arkansas, USA
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bentonville and Gravel Ridge.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bentonville and Gravel Ridge.
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Start on North Main Street
12 m · 3 sec · North Main Street
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Turn right onto Northeast 2nd Street
1.1 km · 2 min · Northeast 2nd Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Northeast J Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · Northeast 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
140 mi · 2 hr 21 min
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Take the exit slight right
683 ft · 17 sec
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Continue on I- 40 Access Road
112 m · 7 sec · I- 40 Access Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto John F Kennedy Boulevard
2254 ft · 49 sec · John F Kennedy Boulevard
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Continue on John F Kennedy Boulevard
8 mi · 14 min · John F Kennedy Boulevard
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Turn right onto Jacksonville Cutoff Road
2042 ft · 56 sec · Jacksonville Cutoff Road
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Turn left onto Cordelia Drive
11 m · 2 sec · Cordelia Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Cordelia Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bentonville and Gravel Ridge.
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
140 mi · 02h 21m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Bentonville and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Gravel Ridge.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bentonville to Gravel Ridge?
The road trip is about 218.4 miles (351.5 km) and usually takes 03h 53m 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?
Hartman is a useful midpoint, sitting about 109.2 miles from Bentonville and 109.2 miles from Gravel Ridge.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 153.8 miles (247.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 64.6 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 9:14 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.20 one way or $58.40 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 68.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Bentonville and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Gravel Ridge.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bentonville and Gravel Ridge. Straight-line distance: 153.79 mi (247.5 km).
#1 Bentonville
Town in Arkansas
| Population | 57,537 |
| Coordinates | 36.3728500, -94.2088200 |
| Altitude | 395 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gravel Ridge
City in Pulaski County, Arkansas, United States of America
| Population | 2,902 |
| Coordinates | 34.8684200, -92.1907000 |
| Altitude | 77 |
| Country | United States |
End: Gravel Ridge (-92.1907, 34.86842)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 351 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 43m |
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 | $29.20 | $58.40 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $32.84 | $65.67 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $35.66 | $71.32 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $41.75 | $83.50 |
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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