How far is Bentonville, AR from Little Rock, AR?
Fastest route
The driving distance between Bentonville and Little Rock is 215 miles (346.4 kilometers). The fastest route is to take I-49 N, which will take about 3 hours and 12 minutes.
If you are looking for a more scenic route, you can take US-62 W to AR-16 W, which is about 226.7 miles and takes 3 hours and 16 minutes. However, there may be more traffic on this route.
Here are the driving distances between Bentonville, AR and Little Rock, AR:
- Taking I-49 S, the most direct highway route, it is approximately 187 miles (301 km) from Bentonville to Little Rock. This drive takes around 3 hours in normal traffic.
- Driving on US-71 S through Fayetteville and US-67 S is a slightly longer route at 197 miles (317 km). This way takes around 3 hours 15 minutes to drive.
- Taking more backroad routes on AR-12 E and AR-27 S adds even more distance, approximately 217 miles (349 km) and over 4 hours drive time.
- As the crow flies, the straight line distance between Bentonville and Little Rock is about 165 miles (266 km).
So in summary, the typical driving distance by highways between Bentonville and Little Rock is 187-197 miles, taking around 3 to 3 hours 15 minutes under normal conditions. The shortest direct distance is about 165 miles as the crow flies. Additional backroads can add 30-50 extra miles to the total drive.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bentonville and Little Rock.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bentonville and Little Rock.
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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
139.2 mi · 2 hr 20 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AR 365
911 ft · 22 sec
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Turn straight onto Mac Arthur Drive
2043 ft · 37 sec · Mac Arthur Drive
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Continue on Pike Avenue
1.5 mi · 2 min · Pike Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward West Broadway Street
88 m · 5 sec · West Broadway Street
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Exit the roundabout onto West Broadway Street
2262 ft · 49 sec · West Broadway Street
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Turn right onto Broadway Bridge
2506 ft · 42 sec · Broadway Bridge
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Continue on Broadway Street
1089 ft · 24 sec · Broadway Street
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Turn right onto West 3rd Street
1.3 km · 2 min · West 3rd Street
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Turn left onto State Capitol
96 m · 14 sec · State Capitol
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Continue on State Capitol
134 m · 20 sec · State Capitol
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Continue on State Capitol
126 m · 26 sec · State Capitol
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Turn sharp left
79 m · 19 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 Bentonville and Little Rock.
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
139 mi · 02h 20m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Bentonville and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Little Rock.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bentonville to Little Rock?
The road trip is about 215 miles (346 km) and usually takes 03h 08m 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 106.4 miles from Bentonville and 108.6 miles from Little Rock.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 155.8 miles (250.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 59.2 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:42 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.74 one way or $57.49 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 67.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Bentonville and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Little Rock.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bentonville and Little Rock. Straight-line distance: 155.77 mi (250.68 km).
#1 Bentonville
Town in Arkansas
| Population | 57,537 |
| Coordinates | 36.3728500, -94.2088200 |
| Altitude | 395 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Little Rock
The capital of Arkansas.
| Population | 197,866 |
| Coordinates | 34.7464800, -92.2895900 |
| Altitude | 102 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-92.289581, 34.74648)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 346 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 40m |
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 | $28.74 | $57.49 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $32.33 | $64.65 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $35.10 | $70.21 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $41.10 | $82.20 |
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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