How far is West Memphis, AR from Bella Vista, AR?
The driving distance from West Memphis, AR to Bella Vista, AR is about 343.4 miles (552.7 km), with a travel time of about 05h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 246.8 miles (397.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 26m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 13m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Arkansas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between West Memphis and Bella Vista.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Memphis and Bella Vista.
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Start on the route
6 m · 7 sec
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Turn left onto East Broadway Boulevard
6.1 mi · 9 min · East Broadway Boulevard
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Turn right
775 ft · 18 sec
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Take the ramp left
1982 ft · 48 sec
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Merge slight left
258.2 mi · 4 hr 21 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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Continue straight
5.7 mi · 6 min
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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 West Memphis and Bella Vista.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
East Broadway Boulevard
Merge slight left
258 mi · 04h 21m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving West Memphis and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Bella Vista.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from West Memphis to Bella Vista?
The road trip is about 343.4 miles (552.7 km) and usually takes 05h 13m 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?
Morrilton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 171.6 miles from West Memphis and 171.9 miles from Bella Vista.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 246.8 miles (397.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 96.6 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 6:34 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $45.90 one way or $91.80 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 107.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around West Memphis and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Bella Vista.
Stop Ideas Near Morrilton
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 Morrilton.
Little Rock Union Station
Malvern station
Arkadelphia station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Memphis and Bella Vista. Straight-line distance: 246.81 mi (397.21 km).
#1 West Memphis
City in Arkansas, United States
| Population | 24,158 |
| Coordinates | 35.1464800, -90.1845400 |
| Altitude | 64 |
| 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: 553 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 11h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 52m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 17m |
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 | $45.90 | $91.80 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $51.62 | $103.24 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $56.06 | $112.11 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $65.63 | $131.26 |
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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