How far is Trumann, AR from Benton, AR?
The driving distance from Trumann, AR to Benton, AR is about 161.1 miles (259.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 43m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 140.3 miles (225.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 26m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 43m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Trumann and Benton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Trumann and Benton.
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Start on Melton Avenue
41 m · 8 sec · Melton Avenue
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Turn right onto West Main Street
1 km · 2 min · West Main Street
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Turn right
3228 ft · 1 min
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Turn left onto West 69th Highway
1.5 mi · 3 min · West 69th Highway
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 555 North
1614 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left
15.5 mi · 16 min
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Take the exit slight right
948 ft · 23 sec
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Turn right onto Alexander Drive
139 m · 10 sec · Alexander Drive
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Turn right onto Southwest Drive
6.4 mi · 7 min · Southwest Drive
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Continue straight
12.5 mi · 14 min
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Take the exit sharp left
1938 ft · 47 sec
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Merge slight left
102.7 mi · 1 hr 46 min
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Merge slight left
1.5 km · 1 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 30 West, US 65 South, US 67 South, US 167 South: Little Rock
4.9 mi · 7 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Texarkana
20.8 mi · 23 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 Trumann and Benton.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Southwest Drive
Merge slight left
103 mi · 01h 46m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Trumann and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Benton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Trumann to Benton?
The road trip is about 161.1 miles (259.3 km) and usually takes 02h 43m 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?
Bald Knob is a useful midpoint, sitting about 84.6 miles from Trumann and 76.6 miles from Benton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 140.3 miles (225.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.8 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 1:04 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.51 one way or $43.02 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Trumann and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Benton.
Stop Ideas Near Bald Knob
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 Bald Knob.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Trumann and Benton. Straight-line distance: 140.3 mi (225.79 km).
#1 Trumann
City in Arkansas
| Population | 6,906 |
| Coordinates | 35.6736900, -90.5073300 |
| Altitude | 69 |
| 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: 259 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 00m |
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 | $21.51 | $43.02 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $24.19 | $48.38 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $26.27 | $52.54 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $30.76 | $61.51 |
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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