How far is Morrilton, AR from Benton, AR?
The driving distance from Morrilton, AR to Benton, AR is about 57.6 miles (92.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 41.5 miles (66.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 27m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 13m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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 Faulkner County, Arkansas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Morrilton and Benton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Morrilton and Benton.
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Start on South Moose Street
18 m · 8 sec · South Moose Street
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Turn left onto East Church Street
108 m · 16 sec · East Church Street
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Turn right onto South Division Street
2564 ft · 57 sec · South Division Street
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Continue on North Oak Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · North Oak Street
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Take the ramp right
1514 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left
40.3 mi · 40 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 430: Texarkana
2643 ft · 41 sec
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Continue straight
12.3 mi · 14 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 30 West: Texarkana
12.1 mi · 13 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AR 5, AR 35: Benton
680 ft · 13 sec
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Turn straight onto I-30 Frontage Road
1962 ft · 37 sec · I-30 Frontage Road
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Turn slight right onto Old Hot Springs Highway
1071 ft · 28 sec · Old Hot Springs Highway
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Turn left
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Turn right onto East Sevier Street
117 m · 15 sec · East Sevier Street
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Turn right onto North Main Street
4 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Morrilton and Benton.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
North Oak Street
Merge slight left
40.3 mi · 00h 40m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Morrilton and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Benton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Morrilton to Benton?
The road trip is about 57.6 miles (92.7 km) and usually takes 01h 13m 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?
Mayflower is a useful midpoint, sitting about 34.5 miles from Morrilton and 23.1 miles from Benton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 41.5 miles (66.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.1 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 4:02 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.69 one way or $15.38 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Morrilton and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Benton.
Stop Ideas Near Mayflower
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Mayflower.
Little Rock Union Station
Malvern station
Arkadelphia station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Morrilton and Benton. Straight-line distance: 41.48 mi (66.76 km).
#1 Morrilton
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 6,679 |
| Coordinates | 35.1509200, -92.7440500 |
| Altitude | 117 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Benton
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 37,214 |
| Coordinates | 34.5645400, -92.5868300 |
| Altitude | 124 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Main Street (-92.58684, 34.56454)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 93 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 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 | $7.69 | $15.38 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $8.65 | $17.29 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $9.39 | $18.78 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $10.99 | $21.98 |
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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