Trip from Bentonville, AR to North Crossett, AR

Drive Time

6h 9m

Distance

340.4 mi

548 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$52

one way

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Trip Overview

The drive from Bentonville, AR to North Crossett, AR covers 340.4 miles and takes about 6h 9m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 40, I 49, US 425 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 140.4 miles on I 40. At current regular gas prices, budget about $52.04 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

170.2 miles from Bentonville, AR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 57m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a 6h 9m highway drive covering 340.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 40 and I 49. The longest continuous stretch is about 140.4 miles on I 40.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 40 is the longest continuous segment at about 140.4 miles.

Elevation Profile

Gently rolling terrain

1,652 ft 155 ft

Total Climb

747 ft

Total Descent

1,888 ft

Highest Point

1,652 ft

~42.6 mi in

Elevation Range

1,497 ft

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and I 49. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Central Avenue.

Route Complexity 6/10

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

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 340.4 miles you will encounter 12 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 1.8 miles (AR 102 / Southeast 14th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 68.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

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

6

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | East Central Avenue

Turn left onto East Central Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the none 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.

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

6

214.3 mi into trip | ~3h 43m in | I 530; US 65; US 167

Keep slight left at fork onto I 530; US 65; US 167

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

6

258.2 mi into trip | ~4h 28m in

Take the exit toward AR 530 South: Star City, Monticello

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 44 Toward AR 530 South: Star City, Monticello

Towns Along This Route

Between Bentonville, AR and North Crossett, AR, road signs point toward Little Rock and Monticello.

Little Rock

68.7 mi in | ~1h 14m

Monticello

258.2 mi in | ~4h 28m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 40	140.4 mi	2h 21m
I 49	65.7 mi	1h 8m
US 425	49.1 mi	58m
I 530	43.9 mi	45m
Highway 530	22.9 mi	26m
AR 52	7.4 mi	13m
US 65	4.6 mi	6m
Highway 11	2 mi	2m

Longest stretch: I 40 — 140.4 mi, about 2h 21m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bentonville, AR and North Crossett, 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 none 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

140 mi · 2 hr 21 min · I 40; US 71

Use the none lane.

9

Take the exit onto US 65

4.6 mi · 6 min · US 65

10

Keep slight left at fork onto I 530; US 65; US 167

44 mi · 45 min · I 530; US 65; US 167

Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

11

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 52 sec

Exit 44 Toward AR 530 South: Star City, Monticello

12

Continue on AR 530

23 mi · 26 min · Highway 530

13

At end of road, turn left onto AR 11

2.0 mi · 2 min · Highway 11

14

Turn right onto US 425

49 mi · 58 min · US 425

15

Turn right onto AR 52

7.4 mi · 13 min · AR 52

16

Turn right onto West Pierce Street

8 ft · 0 sec · West Pierce Street

17

Arrive at destination

West Pierce Street

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

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

The halfway point lands around 170.2 miles from Bentonville, AR, or about 2h 57m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 140.4 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 26m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 170.2 miles or 2h 57m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 54m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Bentonville, 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 Bentonville, AR

This is one driving day of about 340.4 miles and 6h 9m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bentonville, 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 I 40 for about 140.4 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 170.2 mi from Bentonville, AR · 2h 57m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Texarkana, TX

170 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

Texarkana, TX

Fuel and coffee

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

Texarkana, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 170.2 miles from Bentonville, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 140.4 miles.

Arriving in North Crossett, AR

The final approach into North Crossett, 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 North Crossett, AR.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$52.04 one way

$104.08 round trip

$3.88/gal 25.4 MPG avg 119 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.26	$57.08	$114.15
premium	$4.61	$61.78	$123.56
diesel	$5.64	$75.63	$151.25

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$52

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$77–$102

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 119.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $36 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	102.1	1	$35.74	$16.34
Efficient EV	85.1	0	$29.78	$13.62
EV Truck/SUV	136.2	1	$47.66	$21.79

Gas CO2

119 kg

EV CO2

40 kg (66% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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 1 day ago

Origin

Bentonville, AR

Afternoon in Bentonville on Sunday

Local time

2:29 PM

CDT

Current temp

80°F

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

S 10 mph 17% chance Live forecast

Destination

North Crossett, AR

Afternoon in North Crossett on Sunday

Local time

2:29 PM

CDT

Current temp

84°F

Mostly Sunny

S 5 mph 3% chance 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

4 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

6h 9m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

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 North Crossett, AR covers 340.4 miles and takes about 6h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 40, I 49, US 425. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 170.2 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 $52.04 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 340.4 miles you will encounter 12 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 1.8 miles (AR 102 / Southeast 14th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 68.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Between Bentonville, AR and North Crossett, AR, road signs point toward Little Rock and Monticello.

Gently rolling terrain. The route ranges from 155 ft to 1,652 ft elevation with about 747 ft of total climbing.