How far is Siloam Springs, AR from Benton, AR?

The driving distance from Siloam Springs, AR to Benton, AR is about 235.2 miles (378.5 km), with a travel time of about 03h 33m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 157.1 miles (252.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 06m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
235.18 mi
03h 33m
Flight
157.15 mi
252.91 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
157.15 mi
Kilometers
252.91 km
Flight Time
00h 18m

Driving Distance

Road route
235.18 mi
Kilometers
378.49 km
Drive Time
03h 33m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 33m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Benton
Sat, May 30, 2:17 AM CDT
Return by in Siloam Springs
Sat, May 30, 5:50 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Siloam Springs
2026-05-29T22:44
Arrive Benton
Sat, May 30, 2:17 AM CDT
Route Timing
03h 33m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:33 AM to 11:33 AM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
9:54 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Siloam Springs
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

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.

Mid-route stop
Clarksville
AR

City in Arkansas, USA

From Siloam Springs
117 mi
01h 46m
To Benton
118.2 mi
01h 46m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
78°F
Friday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Fri, May 29 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph S
Destination
81°F
Friday

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Starts
Fri, May 29 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 mph

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Siloam Springs and Benton.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Siloam Springs and Benton.

  1. 1

    Start on North Broadway Street

    1592 ft · 57 sec · North Broadway Street

  2. 2

    Continue on East Main Street (Siloam Springs)

    1.2 mi · 3 min · East Main Street (Siloam Springs)

  3. 3

    Continue on East Main Street

    545 ft · 18 sec · East Main Street

  4. 4

    At the end of the road, turn left

    19.1 mi · 25 min

  5. 5

    Take the exit right

    1291 ft · 16 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left

    51.4 mi · 53 min

  7. 7

    Keep slight left to continue on I 40 East: Alma, Little Rock

    3167 ft · 49 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left

    134.4 mi · 2 hr 14 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward I 430: Texarkana

    2643 ft · 41 sec

  10. 10

    Continue straight

    12.3 mi · 14 min

  11. 11

    Keep slight right to continue on I 30 West: Texarkana

    12.1 mi · 13 min

  12. 12

    Take the exit slight right toward AR 5, AR 35: Benton

    680 ft · 13 sec

  13. 13

    Turn straight onto I-30 Frontage Road

    1962 ft · 37 sec · I-30 Frontage Road

  14. 14

    Turn slight right onto Old Hot Springs Highway

    1071 ft · 28 sec · Old Hot Springs Highway

  15. 15

    Turn left

    1.1 mi · 2 min

  16. 16

    Turn right onto East Sevier Street

    117 m · 15 sec · East Sevier Street

  17. 17

    Turn right onto North Main Street

    4 m · 1 sec · North Main Street

  18. 18

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Siloam Springs and Benton.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
18 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
2 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
7.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 40 East
135 mi · 57%
East Main Street
51.7 mi · 22%
I 430
12.8 mi · 5%
I 30 West
12.1 mi · 5%
East Main Street (Siloam Springs)
1.19 mi · 1%
I-30 Frontage Road
0.37 mi
Longest Stretch

I 40 East

Merge slight left

134 mi · 02h 15m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
03h 33m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
07h 06m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+78.1 mi
157.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Clarksville
01h 46m from Siloam Springs
Leave By
9:54 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Siloam Springs and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Benton.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Siloam Springs to Benton?

The road trip is about 235.2 miles (378.5 km) and usually takes 03h 33m 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?

Clarksville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 117 miles from Siloam Springs and 118.2 miles from Benton.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 157.1 miles (252.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 78.1 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:54 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $31.43 one way or $62.86 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 73.8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Siloam Springs and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Benton.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Siloam Springs and Benton. Straight-line distance: 157.15 mi (252.91 km).

Siloam Springs

#1 Siloam Springs

City in Arkansas, USA

Population17,611
Coordinates36.1881400, -94.5405000
Altitude345
CountryUnited States
Benton

#2 Benton

City in Arkansas, USA

Population37,214
Coordinates34.5645400, -92.5868300
Altitude124
CountryUnited States
Start: North Broadway Street (-94.540628, 36.18814)
End: North Main Street (-92.58684, 34.56454)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 378 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)07h 50m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)05h 52m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)04h 42m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 55m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)03h 21m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 56m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
8.3 gal
31.41 L · about $31.43
Round trip
$62.86
16.6 gal · 62.82 L
Estimated CO2
73.8 kg one way
Round trip: 147.5 kg / 325 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $31.43 $62.86
Mid-grade $4.26 $35.35 $70.70
Premium $4.63 $38.39 $76.78
Diesel $5.42 $44.94 $89.89

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Arkansas · May 30, 2026

There is no time difference between Siloam Springs and Benton. The current time is 22:44:35.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.