Trip from Ash Flat, AR to Bentonville, AR

Drive Time

3h 59m

Distance

193.1 mi

311 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$30

one way

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Bentonville, AR

Tima Miroshnichenko

Trip Overview

Traveling from Ash Flat to Bentonville covers 193.1 miles across northern Arkansas, typically taking about 3 hours and 59 minutes behind the wheel. Because this is a manageable distance, you can easily complete the trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via US 412 and US 62, supported by T & C Boulevard, keeping your fuel costs around $30 for the journey. The transition from the southeastern part of the state toward the Ozarks offers a consistent pace for travelers. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick getaway, this route provides a straightforward connection between these two points. It is a practical drive that fits well into a busy schedule.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

96.5 miles from Ash Flat, AR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 50m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a mixed driving experience as you traverse this 193.1-mile path. With approximately 57% of your travel occurring on highways, you will encounter a blend of faster stretches and more measured local road conditions. Your longest uninterrupted segment spans 61.8 miles on US 412, allowing for a steady rhythm before the road dynamic shifts. The path through Arkansas requires your full attention as you transition between the main thoroughfares of US 62 and US 412. You will find that the road surface and traffic patterns change as you move through the different sections of the route, keeping the drive engaging without being overly taxing.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.

There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

US 412 is the longest continuous segment at about 61.8 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 98.1 miles in near US 62; US 65; US 412.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 193.1 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 98.1 miles (US 62; US 65; US 412): Navigation decision point; at 116.9 miles (US 412): Lane positioning matters here; at 175.6 miles (US 412): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 15 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

98.1 mi into trip | ~1h 52m in | US 62; US 65; US 412

At end of road, turn right onto US 62; US 65; US 412

Navigation decision point

116.9 mi into trip | ~2h 22m in | US 412

Turn left onto US 412

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

175.6 mi into trip | ~3h 32m in | US 412

Keep slight right at fork onto US 412

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.

190.2 mi into trip | ~3h 53m in | AR 12; US 62 / Southeast 14th Street

Turn left onto AR 12; US 62 / Southeast 14th Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.

191.3 mi into trip | ~3h 55m in | Southeast J Street

Turn right onto Southeast J Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
US 412	61.8 mi	1h 15m
T & C Boulevard	49.9 mi	56m
US 62	41.7 mi	56m
Shield-Hopper Bypass	19.1 mi	22m
I 49	7.3 mi	7m
Shied-Hopper Bypass	5.4 mi	6m
North Thompson Road	2 mi	3m
Southeast 14th Street	1.1 mi	2m

Longest stretch: US 412 — 61.8 mi, about 1h 15m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Ash Flat, AR and Bentonville, AR.

Start on AR 354

28 ft · 5 sec · AR 354

Turn right onto US 167

1.0 mi · 1 min · Ash Flat Drive

Turn left onto US 62; US 412

50 mi · 56 min · T & C Boulevard

Turn left onto US 62; US 412

332 ft · 4 sec · Shield-Hopper Highway

Continue on US 62; US 412

5.4 mi · 6 min · Shied-Hopper Bypass

Continue on US 62; US 412

19 mi · 22 min · Shield-Hopper Bypass

Use the none lane.

Turn right onto US 62; US 412

23 mi · 25 min · US 62; US 412

At end of road, turn right onto US 62; US 65; US 412

7.2 mi · 11 min · US 62; US 65; US 412

Take the exit onto US 62; US 65; US 412

5.0 mi · 7 min · US 62; US 65; US 412

Take the exit onto US 62; US 412

6.1 mi · 8 min · US 62; US 412

Continue on US 62; US 412

0.5 mi · 1 min · US 62; US 412

Use the straight / left lanes.

Turn left onto US 412

59 mi · 1 hr 10 min · US 412

Use the left lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto US 412

3.0 mi · 5 min · US 412

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on US 71B

2.0 mi · 3 min · North Thompson Road

Continue on US 71B

1.0 mi · 1 min · South Bloomington Street

Turn left onto AR 264

0.6 mi · 54 sec · West Monroe Avenue

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 28 sec

Merge onto I 49; US 62; US 71

7.3 mi · 7 min · I 49; US 62; US 71

Use the none lane.

Take the exit onto US 62; AR 12

0.3 mi · 39 sec · US 62; AR 12

Toward US 62 East, AR 12 East, AR 102 West: Southeast 14th Street, Hudson Road

Turn left onto AR 12; US 62

1.1 mi · 2 min · Southeast 14th Street

Use the none lane.

Turn right onto Southeast J Street

1.0 mi · 2 min · Southeast J Street

Use the none lane.

Turn left onto East Central Avenue

0.7 mi · 2 min · East Central Avenue

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto North Main Street

185 ft · 6 sec · North Main Street

Arrive at destination

North Main Street

Trip Plan

Since this is a four-hour drive, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and break up the time behind the wheel. Aim to depart early in the morning to avoid midday traffic fluctuations and ensure you reach your destination with plenty of daylight to spare. Budgeting roughly $30 for fuel should cover your needs, but keeping a little extra set aside for local fluctuations is always a smart move. Because the route is relatively short, you have the flexibility to adjust your departure time based on your personal preferences. A concrete tip for this trek is to pay close attention to the transitions between US 412 and US 62, as these junctions are key to maintaining your progress toward Bentonville.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 96.5 miles from Ash Flat, AR, or about 1h 50m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 61.8 miles.

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 80 miles or 1h 31m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 96.5 miles or 1h 50m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 11m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bentonville, AR than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Ash Flat, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Ash Flat, AR

This is one driving day of about 193.1 miles and 3h 59m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Ash Flat, AR.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on US 412 for about 61.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 96.5 mi from Ash Flat, AR · 1h 50m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Ash Grove, MO

97 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

Ash Grove, MO

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Ash Grove, MO

Meal break

The midpoint is around 96.5 miles from Ash Flat, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 412 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 61.8 miles.

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

$29.52 one way

$59.04 round trip

$3.88/gal 25.4 MPG avg 68 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.26	$32.38	$64.76
premium	$4.61	$35.05	$70.09
diesel	$5.64	$42.90	$85.80

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$30

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$55–$80

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 67.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	57.9	$20.28	$9.27
Efficient EV	48.3	$16.90	$7.72
EV Truck/SUV	77.2	$27.03	$12.36

Gas CO2

68 kg

EV CO2

23 kg (66% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Ash Flat, AR

Afternoon in Ash Flat on Sunday

Local time

2:27 PM

CDT

Current temp

79°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Bentonville, AR

Afternoon in Bentonville on Sunday

Local time

2:27 PM

CDT

Current temp

74°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

5 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

3h 59m 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 Ash Flat, AR to Bentonville, AR covers 193.1 miles and takes about 3h 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are US 412, T & C Boulevard, US 62. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 96.5 miles from Ash Flat, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $29.52 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

The route from Ash Flat, AR to Bentonville, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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