Origin
Bryant, AR
Afternoon in Bryant on Sunday
Local time
2:28 PM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bryant, AR to Bentonville, AR
Drive Time
4h 20m
Distance
203.6 mi
328 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$31
one way
Bryant, AR
WoodysMedia
Bentonville, AR
Tima Miroshnichenko
Trip Overview
If you are looking to traverse Arkansas from Bryant to Bentonville, expect a journey covering 203.6 miles. This trip takes approximately 4 hours and 20 minutes of driving time, making it a manageable single-day excursion. You should budget about $28 for fuel to complete the transit between these two Southeast locations. Because the route relies on local roads rather than interstates, it offers a more personal look at the Arkansas landscape. Whether you are heading north for business or a weekend getaway, this itinerary is straightforward enough to complete in one go without the need for an overnight stay.
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
101.8 miles from Bryant, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 10m into the drive .
Drive Character
Forget the monotony of the interstate; this route is a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention. You will navigate via Heber Springs Road, Mountain View Road, and East Main Street, with 0% of the trip spent on highways. Because there are no long, uninterrupted stretches of road, the driving experience is constant and engaging. You will find yourself navigating technical sections that require a slower pace than your typical freeway commute. Prepare for a winding path that keeps you actively behind the wheel for the entire 203.6-mile duration.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Heber Springs Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 20m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bryant, AR to Bentonville, AR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Heber Springs Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Mountain View Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Oak Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Thompson Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Bloomington Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Monroe Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Heber Springs Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bryant, AR and Bentonville, AR.
1
Start on Simpson Road
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
Simpson Road
2
At the end of the road, turn right onto Heber Springs Road
6.3 mi
·
9 min
·
Heber Springs Road
3
Turn right onto Mountain View Road
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Mountain View Road
4
Turn straight onto East Main Street
37 mi
·
54 min
·
East Main Street
5
Continue straight
16 mi
·
23 min
6
Turn right onto Main Street
351 ft
·
11 sec
·
Main Street
7
Turn left onto Oak Street
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Oak Street
8
Turn right
50 mi
·
1 hr 12 min
9
Take the exit slight right
5.0 mi
·
7 min
10
Take the exit slight right
6.1 mi
·
8 min
11
Continue straight
0.5 mi
·
1 min
12
Turn left
59 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
13
Keep slight right
3.0 mi
·
5 min
14
Continue on North Thompson Road
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
North Thompson Road
15
Continue on South Bloomington Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Bloomington Street
16
Turn left onto West Monroe Avenue
0.6 mi
·
57 sec
·
West Monroe Avenue
17
Take the ramp slight right
0.4 mi
·
27 sec
18
Merge slight left
7.3 mi
·
7 min
19
Take the exit slight right toward US 62 East, AR 12 East, AR 102 West: Southeast 14th Street, Hudson Road
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
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US 62 East, AR 12 East, AR 102 West: Southeast 14th Street, Hudson Road
20
Turn left onto Southeast 14th Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeast 14th Street
21
Turn right onto Southeast J Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeast J Street
22
Turn left onto East Central Avenue
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
East Central Avenue
23
Turn right onto North Main Street
187 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Main Street
24
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Planning for this trip requires a focus on steady, rhythmic driving rather than long-haul highway speed. Since the route involves only one planned stop, ensure you have your supplies ready before you depart to maintain your momentum. Aim to leave early in the day to navigate the turn-heavy roads during daylight hours when visibility is best. Keep in mind that the lack of highway segments means your travel time is highly dependent on local traffic conditions. A solid piece of advice for this specific drive is to keep your fuel tank topped off before leaving Bryant, as the local roads may offer fewer convenient service options compared to major interstate corridors.
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 101.8 miles from Bryant, AR, or about 2h 10m into the drive.
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 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 101.8 miles or 2h 10m 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 33m
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 Bryant, 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 Bryant, AR
This is one driving day of about 203.6 miles and 4h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bryant, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 101.8 mi from Bryant, AR · 2h 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
102 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 101.8 miles from Bryant, 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
$31.13 one way
$62.25 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
71 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $34.14 | $68.28 |
| premium | $4.61 | $36.95 | $73.91 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $45.23 | $90.47 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 71.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 61.1 | 0 | $21.38 | $9.77 |
| Efficient EV | 50.9 | 0 | $17.81 | $8.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 81.4 | 1 | $28.50 | $13.03 |
Gas CO2
71 kg
EV CO2
24 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.
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
14 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
4h 20m 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 Bryant, AR to Bentonville, AR covers 203.6 miles and takes about 4h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Heber Springs Road, Mountain View Road, East Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 101.8 miles from Bryant, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $31.13 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 straightforward 4h 20m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bryant, AR to Bentonville, AR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Bryant, AR to Bentonville, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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