Origin
Bentonville, AR
Morning in Bentonville on Friday
Local time
11:42 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bentonville, AR to Kibler, AR
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 25m
Distance
75.1 mi
121 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 19m
★
6 AM
1h 26m
8 AM
1h 39m
10 AM
1h 31m
12 PM
1h 29m
3 PM
1h 31m
5 PM
1h 39m
8 PM
1h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bentonville, AR
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Kibler, AR
Tima Miroshnichenko
Trip Overview
This straightforward 75.1-mile drive from Bentonville, AR, to Kibler, AR, is easily completed in about 1 hour and 25 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-49, this route is a perfect candidate for a single-day trip with no need for an overnight stay. The estimated fuel cost is around $11, making it an economical choice for a short journey within the Southeast region. Given its efficiency and highway-focused nature, you'll find this drive smooth and direct, ideal for getting from point A to point B without much fuss.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 25m. Total distance: 75.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a largely highway-focused experience, with 90% of the journey on major roads like I-49. You'll encounter a substantial uninterrupted stretch of 65.7 miles on I-49, providing a consistent driving pace. The route begins with Henry Street before merging onto the interstate. As you progress, the drive remains predominantly on high-speed roads, offering a predictable and efficient path towards Kibler.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 49 is the longest continuous segment at about 65.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 49 and Henry Street. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Central Avenue.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 75.1 miles you will encounter 11 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: near the start (East Central Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles (Southeast J Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles (AR 102 / Southeast 14th Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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East Central Avenue
Turn left onto East Central Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
0.7 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
Southeast J Street
Turn right onto Southeast J Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
1.8 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
AR 102 / Southeast 14th Street
Turn left onto AR 102 / Southeast 14th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
2.7 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
US 62; AR 12
Take the ramp onto US 62; AR 12
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
68.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 40 East: Alma, Little Rock
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 40 East: Alma, Little Rock
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Bentonville, AR to Kibler, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Little Rock along the way.
Little Rock
68.7 mi in
|
~1h 14m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 49 | 65.7 mi | 1h 8m |
| Henry Street | 2 mi | 3m |
| North Kibler Highway | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Southeast J Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Southeast 14th Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| East Central Avenue | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| Marsha Woolly Drive | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| I 40 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 49
— 65.7 mi, about 1h 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bentonville, AR and Kibler, AR.
1
Start on North Main Street
185 ft
·
13 sec
·
North Main Street
2
Turn left onto East Central Avenue
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
East Central Avenue
Use the right lane.
3
Turn right onto Southeast J Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeast J Street
Use the right lane.
4
Turn left onto AR 102
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Southeast 14th Street
Use the left lane.
5
Take the ramp onto US 62; AR 12
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
US 62; AR 12
Use the right lane.
6
Continue on I 49; US 62; US 71; AR 12
66 mi
·
1 hr 8 min
·
I 49; US 62; US 71; AR 12
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
49 sec
Toward I 40 East: Alma, Little Rock
8
Merge onto I 40; US 71
0.4 mi
·
21 sec
·
I 40; US 71
9
Take the exit onto US 71
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
US 71
Toward US 71: Alma
10
Turn right onto US 71B; AR 162
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
US Highway 71 North
11
Turn left onto US 64; AR 162
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
US Highway 64 East
12
Turn right onto AR 162
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Marsha Woolly Drive
13
Continue on AR 162
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Henry Street
14
Continue on AR 162
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
North Kibler Highway
15
Turn left onto Thornhill Street
72 ft
·
3 sec
·
Thornhill Street
16
Arrive at destination
Thornhill Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 37.5 mi from Bentonville, AR · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 37.5 miles from Bentonville, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 49 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 65.7 miles.
Arriving in Kibler, AR
The final approach into Kibler, AR usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.34 one way
$22.68 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $12.45 | $24.90 |
| premium | $4.56 | $13.48 | $26.96 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.58 | $33.16 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.5 | 0 | $7.89 | $3.60 |
| Efficient EV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.57 | $3.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30 | 0 | $10.51 | $4.81 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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
Kibler, AR
Morning in Kibler on Friday
Local time
11:42 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
72°F
Fayetteville, AR
38 mi in
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
1 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 25m 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 Bentonville, AR to Kibler, AR covers 75.1 miles and takes about 1h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 49, Henry Street, North Kibler Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 37.5 miles from Bentonville, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.34 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 75.1 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Central Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles (Southeast J Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles (AR 102 / Southeast 14th Street): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Bentonville, AR to Kibler, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Little Rock along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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