Origin
Bono, AR
Afternoon in Bono on Sunday
Local time
2:28 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bono, AR to Bentonville, AR
Drive Time
5h 24m
Distance
256.7 mi
413 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$39
one way
Bono, AR
Tima Miroshnichenko
Bentonville, AR
Tima Miroshnichenko
Trip Overview
Traveling from Bono to Bentonville covers 256.7 miles across Arkansas, typically requiring about 5 hours and 24 minutes behind the wheel. Because this journey is manageable within a single day, you can easily complete it in one go without the need for an overnight stay. You will navigate primarily via US 412, US 62, and US 63, making this a straightforward highway-focused drive. Budgeting approximately $39 for fuel should keep you covered for the duration of the trip. Since both cities are located within the Southeast region, the transition between these two points offers a consistent regional experience as you cross the state.
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
128.4 miles from Bono, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 39m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a drive that leans heavily into highway travel, with 68% of your journey spent on major routes. You will settle into a steady rhythm, particularly during the longest uninterrupted stretch of 61.8 miles along US 412. The road personality balances fast-paced highway sections with the flow of US 62 and US 63, keeping the drive functional and efficient. While you won't encounter significant technical challenges, the transition between these highway segments defines the character of the trek. You should feel comfortable settling into the flow of traffic as you traverse these primary Arkansas thoroughfares.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 30 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 is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 412 and US 62. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in near US 63.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 256.7 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles (US 63): Lane positioning matters here; at 161.7 miles (US 62; US 65; US 412): Navigation decision point; at 239.3 miles (US 412): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
1.6 mi into trip
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~2m in
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US 63
At end of road, turn right onto US 63
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
161.7 mi into trip
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~3h 17m in
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US 62; US 65; US 412
At end of road, turn right onto US 62; US 65; US 412
Navigation decision point
6
239.3 mi into trip
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~4h 57m in
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US 412
Keep slight right at fork onto US 412
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
253.9 mi into trip
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~5h 18m in
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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.
6
255 mi into trip
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~5h 20m in
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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 |
| US 62 | 53.6 mi | 1h 10m |
| US 63 | 51.1 mi | 1h 9m |
| T & C Boulevard | 49.9 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 |
Longest stretch:
US 412
— 61.8 mi, about 1h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bono, AR and Bentonville, AR.
1
Start on US 63B
1.6 mi
·
2 min
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US 63B
2
At end of road, turn right onto US 63
51 mi
·
1 hr 9 min
·
US 63
Use the none lane.
3
Turn right onto US 62; US 412
436 ft
·
5 sec
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US 62; US 412
4
Continue on US 62; US 63; US 412
1.4 mi
·
1 min
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US 62; US 63; US 412
5
Continue on US 62; US 412
413 ft
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13 sec
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US 62; US 412
6
Continue on US 62; US 412; US 63 Business
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
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US 62; US 412; US 63 Business
7
Take the exit
365 ft
·
10 sec
8
Merge onto US 62; US 412; AR 175
10 mi
·
11 min
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US 62; US 412; AR 175
9
Continue on US 62; US 412
50 mi
·
56 min
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T & C Boulevard
10
Turn left onto US 62; US 412
332 ft
·
4 sec
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Shield-Hopper Highway
11
Continue on US 62; US 412
5.4 mi
·
6 min
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Shied-Hopper Bypass
12
Continue on US 62; US 412
19 mi
·
22 min
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Shield-Hopper Bypass
Use the none lane.
13
Turn right onto US 62; US 412
23 mi
·
25 min
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US 62; US 412
14
At end of road, turn right onto US 62; US 65; US 412
7.2 mi
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11 min
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US 62; US 65; US 412
15
Take the exit onto US 62; US 65; US 412
5.0 mi
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7 min
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US 62; US 65; US 412
16
Take the exit onto US 62; US 412
6.1 mi
·
8 min
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US 62; US 412
17
Continue on US 62; US 412
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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US 62; US 412
Use the straight / left lanes.
18
Turn left onto US 412
59 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
·
US 412
Use the left lane.
19
Keep slight right at fork onto US 412
3.0 mi
·
5 min
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US 412
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Continue on US 71B
2.0 mi
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3 min
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North Thompson Road
21
Continue on US 71B
1.0 mi
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1 min
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South Bloomington Street
22
Turn left onto AR 264
0.6 mi
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54 sec
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West Monroe Avenue
23
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
28 sec
24
Merge onto I 49; US 62; US 71
7.3 mi
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7 min
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I 49; US 62; US 71
Use the none lane.
25
Take the exit onto US 62; AR 12
0.3 mi
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39 sec
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US 62; AR 12
Toward US 62 East, AR 12 East, AR 102 West: Southeast 14th Street, Hudson Road
26
Turn left onto AR 12; US 62
1.1 mi
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2 min
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Southeast 14th Street
Use the none lane.
27
Turn right onto Southeast J Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
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Southeast J Street
Use the none lane.
28
Turn left onto East Central Avenue
0.7 mi
·
2 min
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East Central Avenue
Use the left lane.
29
Turn right onto North Main Street
185 ft
·
6 sec
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North Main Street
30
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 5-hour and 24-minute travel time, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refresh. Leaving early in the day is your best strategy to avoid fatigue and maintain a steady pace across the 256.7-mile distance. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during the longest 61.8-mile stretch on US 412, ensuring you have enough to comfortably reach your next fuel-up point. Since this route is designed for a single day of travel, the primary advantage is your flexibility to adjust your departure time based on local traffic conditions. Prioritize consistent rest intervals to ensure you arrive in Bentonville feeling sharp and ready for your destination.
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 128.4 miles from Bono, AR, or about 2h 39m 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 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 128.4 miles or 2h 39m 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 23m
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 Bono, 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 Bono, AR
This is one driving day of about 256.7 miles and 5h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bono, 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 128.4 mi from Bono, AR · 2h 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
128 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 128.4 miles from Bono, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop 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
$39.24 one way
$78.49 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
90 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $43.04 | $86.09 |
| premium | $4.61 | $46.59 | $93.18 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $57.03 | $114.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$39
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$64–$89
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 89.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 77 | 0 | $26.95 | $12.32 |
| Efficient EV | 64.2 | 0 | $22.46 | $10.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 102.7 | 1 | $35.94 | $16.43 |
Gas CO2
90 kg
EV CO2
30 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
2:28 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
7 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
5h 24m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Bono, AR to Bentonville, AR covers 256.7 miles and takes about 5h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 412, US 62, US 63. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 128.4 miles from Bono, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $39.24 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 256.7 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles (US 63): Lane positioning matters here; at 161.7 miles (US 62; US 65; US 412): Navigation decision point; at 239.3 miles (US 412): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Bono, AR to Bentonville, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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