Origin
Bella Vista, AR
Afternoon in Bella Vista on Sunday
Local time
3:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bella Vista, AR to Bentonville, AR
Drive Time
19m
Distance
10.1 mi
16 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 18m
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6 AM
0h 19m
8 AM
0h 23m
10 AM
0h 20m
12 PM
0h 20m
3 PM
0h 21m
5 PM
0h 22m
8 PM
0h 18m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bella Vista, AR
Israyosoy S.
Bentonville, AR
Tima Miroshnichenko
Trip Overview
The drive from Bella Vista, AR to Bentonville, AR covers 10.1 miles and takes about 19m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Bella Vista Way, North Walton Boulevard, Cooper Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 4.3 miles on Bella Vista Way. At current regular gas prices, budget about $1.54 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
5.1 miles from Bella Vista, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 9m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 19m drive with frequent turns across 10.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Bella Vista Way is the longest continuous segment at about 4.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Billingsley Drive.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 19m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Billingsley Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Cooper Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (AR 340 / West Lancashire Boulevard): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Billingsley Drive
Turn right onto Billingsley Drive
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Cooper Road
Turn right onto Cooper Road
Navigation decision point
4
1.2 mi into trip
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~3m in
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AR 340 / West Lancashire Boulevard
At end of road, turn left onto AR 340 / West Lancashire Boulevard
Navigation decision point
4
9.4 mi into trip
|
~17m in
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Northwest 2nd Street
Turn left onto Northwest 2nd Street
Navigation decision point
4
10.1 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
North Main Street
Turn right onto North Main Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Bella Vista Way | 4.3 mi | 6m |
| North Walton Boulevard | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| Cooper Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Northwest 2nd Street | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| West Lancashire Boulevard | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| On Ramp Bella Vista Way | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Hartsfield Lane | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Billingsley Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Bella Vista Way
— 4.3 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bella Vista, AR and Bentonville, AR.
1
Start on Hartsfield Lane
305 ft
·
14 sec
·
Hartsfield Lane
2
Turn right onto Billingsley Drive
205 ft
·
12 sec
·
Billingsley Drive
3
Turn right onto Cooper Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Cooper Road
4
At end of road, turn left onto AR 340
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
West Lancashire Boulevard
5
Turn right onto On Ramp Bella Vista Way
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
On Ramp Bella Vista Way
6
Turn straight onto US 71
4.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Bella Vista Way
Use the none lane.
7
Continue on North Walton Boulevard
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
North Walton Boulevard
8
Turn left onto Northwest 2nd Street
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Northwest 2nd Street
9
Turn right onto North Main Street
38 ft
·
1 sec
·
North Main Street
10
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
Trip Plan
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 5.1 miles from Bella Vista, AR, or about 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 4.3 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 10.1 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 5.1 miles or 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 15m
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 Bella Vista, 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 Bella Vista, AR
This is one driving day of about 10.1 miles and 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bella Vista, 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.
The longest stretch is on Bella Vista Way for about 4.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 5.1 mi from Bella Vista, AR · 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
5 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 10.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 5.1 miles from Bella Vista, 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
$1.54 one way
$3.09 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $1.69 | $3.39 |
| premium | $4.61 | $1.83 | $3.67 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.24 | $4.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3 | 0 | $1.06 | $0.48 |
| Efficient EV | 2.5 | 0 | $0.88 | $0.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4 | 0 | $1.41 | $0.65 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Afternoon in Bentonville on Sunday
Local time
3:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
82°F
Anderson, MO
5 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
19m 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 Bella Vista, AR to Bentonville, AR covers 10.1 miles and takes about 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Bella Vista Way, North Walton Boulevard, Cooper Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5.1 miles from Bella Vista, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.54 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.
This is a straightforward 19m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Billingsley Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Cooper Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (AR 340 / West Lancashire Boulevard): Navigation decision point.
The route from Bella Vista, AR to Bentonville, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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