Origin
Alma, AR
Evening in Alma on Sunday
Local time
6:22 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Alma, AR to Bentonville, AR
Drive Time
1h 7m
Distance
71.2 mi
115 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
★
6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 18m
10 AM
1h 11m
12 PM
1h 10m
3 PM
1h 12m
5 PM
1h 18m
8 PM
1h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Alma, AR
Tima Miroshnichenko
Bentonville, AR
Tima Miroshnichenko
Trip Overview
Traveling from Alma to Bentonville covers 71.2 miles and takes approximately 1 hour and 7 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a straightforward day trip. You will navigate via a combination of Fayetteville Avenue, Highway 71 North, and I-49 North. Since the entire route stays within the Southeast region of Arkansas, you won't experience major geographic shifts, but the transition from Alma to the Bentonville area is efficient. Budget around $10 for fuel to complete the journey. Because of the manageable duration, you can easily handle this as a single-day excursion without needing to worry about overnight lodging.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
35.6 miles from Alma, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 33m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local driving experience rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. While the path incorporates I-49 North, the route is defined by its technical nature as you navigate local stretches. With 0% highway share as strictly defined by long-haul interstate travel, you should prepare for constant engagement behind the wheel. There is no significant uninterrupted stretch on Fayetteville Avenue, meaning you will be navigating through various intersections and turns throughout the 71.2-mile journey. This is a drive that requires your full attention rather than one where you can put the vehicle on cruise control.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Fayetteville Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Alma, AR to Bentonville, AR is easy. At 1h 7m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Alma, AR to Bentonville, AR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Fayetteville Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 71 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 49 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 62 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Southeast 14th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Southeast J Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Central Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Fayetteville Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alma, AR and Bentonville, AR.
1
Start on Fayetteville Avenue
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Fayetteville Avenue
2
At the end of the road, turn left onto Fayetteville Avenue
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
Fayetteville Avenue
3
Continue on US Highway 71 North
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
·
US Highway 71 North
4
Turn left
0.7 mi
·
1 min
5
Take the exit slight right toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
I 49 North: Fayetteville
6
Continue straight
46 mi
·
47 min
7
Keep slight left
19 mi
·
20 min
8
Take the exit slight right toward US 62 East, AR 12 East, AR 102 West: Southeast 14th Street, Hudson Road
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
US 62 East, AR 12 East, AR 102 West: Southeast 14th Street, Hudson Road
9
Turn left onto Southeast 14th Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeast 14th Street
10
Turn right onto Southeast J Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeast J Street
11
Turn left onto East Central Avenue
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
East Central Avenue
12
Turn right onto North Main Street
187 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Main Street
13
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 1-hour and 7-minute trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever your schedule allows. You won't need to plan for formal stops, as the distance is short enough to drive in one go without refueling or taking a break. Keep in mind that the route is turn-heavy, so plan your navigation ahead of time to stay comfortable with the frequent changes in direction. Because you are only looking at a $10 fuel investment, it is an economical route for a quick regional visit. If you are sensitive to winding roads, take your time through the local segments to ensure a smooth transition between Alma and Bentonville.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 35.6 miles from Alma, AR, or about 33m into the drive.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 71.2 miles or 1h 7m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.6 miles or 33m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 57m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bentonville, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Alma, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Alma, AR
This is one driving day of about 71.2 miles and 1h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Alma, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35.6 mi from Alma, AR · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 71.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.6 miles from Alma, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bentonville, AR
The final approach into Bentonville, AR usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Bentonville, AR.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.88 one way
$21.77 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $11.94 | $23.88 |
| premium | $4.61 | $12.92 | $25.85 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $15.82 | $31.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.4 | 0 | $7.48 | $3.42 |
| Efficient EV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.23 | $2.85 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.5 | 0 | $9.97 | $4.56 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Bentonville, AR
Evening in Bentonville on Sunday
Local time
6:22 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
82°F
Anderson, MO
36 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 7m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Alma, AR to Bentonville, AR covers 71.2 miles and takes about 1h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Fayetteville Avenue, Highway 71 North, I 49 North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 35.6 miles from Alma, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.88 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Alma, AR to Bentonville, AR is easy. At 1h 7m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Alma, AR to Bentonville, AR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Alma, AR to Bentonville, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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