How far is Little Rock, AR from Bella Vista, AR?
Fastest route
The route from Little Rock, Arkansas to Bella Vista, Arkansas takes approximately 3 hours and 5 minutes, covering a distance of 222 miles. The fastest route currently avoids road closures on I-30 E and follows I-40 W and I-49 N.
Directions
- Get on I-630 E from W 8th St in Little Rock.
- Take I-40 W and I-49 N to Hwy 71/Bella Vista Way/McKissic Creek Rd/U. S. Hwy 71 N in Bentonville. Take exit 93 from I-49 N.
- Use the left 2 lanes to take exit 139A-139B for I-30 E toward N Little Rock.
- Keep left and merge onto I-30 E.
- Keep right at the fork to stay on I-30 E.
- Use the left 2 lanes to take exit 143A to merge onto I-40 W/US-65 N toward Fort Smith.
- Take exit 12 for I-49 N toward Fayetteville. Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 93 toward Bentonville/Bella Vista.
- Keep right at the fork and merge onto Hwy 71/Bella Vista Way/McKissic Creek Rd/U. S. Hwy 71 N.
- Follow Bella Vista Way/U. S. Hwy 71 N to Exit 98 in Bella Vista.
- Merge onto Hwy 71/Bella Vista Way/McKissic Creek Rd/U. S. Hwy 71 N and continue to follow Bella Vista Way/U. S. Hwy 71 N.
- Take exit 98 for AR-340 W.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Plan your journey in advance to account for traffic conditions.
- 🗺️ Use a GPS navigation system or a map application to stay on the designated route.
- ⛽ Make sure to have enough fuel for the entire journey, especially if there are limited gas stations along the way.
- 📱 Keep your mobile phone charged and within reach in case of emergencies or if you need to make a call.
- 🚧 Stay updated on road closures or construction activities that may affect your route by checking local traffic updates.
- 📅 Consider the time of day you'll be traveling to avoid peak traffic hours.
- 🛣️ Follow the road signs and obey traffic rules for a safe and hassle-free journey.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 03h 21m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Arkansas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Little Rock and Bella Vista.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Little Rock and Bella Vista.
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Start on the route
117 m · 36 sec
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Turn sharp left onto State Capitol
110 m · 17 sec · State Capitol
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Continue on State Capitol
528 ft · 24 sec · State Capitol
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Turn left onto Capitol Mall
35 m · 7 sec · Capitol Mall
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Turn right onto State Capitol
118 m · 22 sec · State Capitol
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Turn left onto West 7th Street
1.2 km · 2 min · West 7th Street
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Turn left onto Broadway Street
2550 ft · 53 sec · Broadway Street
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Continue on Broadway Bridge
2506 ft · 49 sec · Broadway Bridge
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Turn left onto West Broadway Street
2288 ft · 47 sec · West Broadway Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Pike Avenue
7 m · 1 sec · Pike Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto Pike Avenue
1.5 mi · 2 min · Pike Avenue
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12
Continue on Mac Arthur Drive
1.1 km · 1 min · Mac Arthur Drive
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Take the ramp left
1253 ft · 31 sec
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14
Merge slight left
139.1 mi · 2 hr 20 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
1977 ft · 48 sec
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Continue straight
46.4 mi · 47 min
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Keep slight left
19.3 mi · 21 min
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18
Continue straight
5.7 mi · 6 min
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19
Take the exit slight right
1490 ft · 36 sec
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Keep slight right
4.6 mi · 7 min
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Turn slight right onto Lancashire Boulevard
1119 ft · 27 sec
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Turn left onto East Lancashire Boulevard
2685 ft · 1 min · East Lancashire Boulevard
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Turn right onto Cooper Road
1.1 mi · 3 min · Cooper Road
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Turn left onto Billingsley Drive
62 m · 12 sec · Billingsley Drive
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Turn left onto Hartsfield Lane
93 m · 13 sec · Hartsfield Lane
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Hartsfield Lane
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Little Rock and Bella Vista.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Mac Arthur Drive
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Little Rock and Partly Sunny near Bella Vista.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Little Rock to Bella Vista?
The road trip is about 224.7 miles (361.6 km) and usually takes 03h 21m 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?
Coal Hill is a useful midpoint, sitting about 111.2 miles from Little Rock and 113.5 miles from Bella Vista.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 163.5 miles (263.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 61.2 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 10:16 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $30.03 one way or $60.06 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 70.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Little Rock and Partly Sunny near Bella Vista.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Little Rock and Bella Vista. Straight-line distance: 163.54 mi (263.19 km).
#1 Little Rock
The capital of Arkansas.
| Population | 197,866 |
| Coordinates | 34.7464800, -92.2895900 |
| Altitude | 102 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bella Vista
City in Arkansas, United States
| Population | 29,423 |
| Coordinates | 36.4807000, -94.2713400 |
| Altitude | 315 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hartsfield Lane (-94.271661, 36.480425)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 362 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 48m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $30.03 | $60.06 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $33.77 | $67.55 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $36.68 | $73.35 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $42.94 | $85.88 |
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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