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Trip from Danville, AR to Bentonville, AR

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 4m

Distance

163.4 mi

263 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$25

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

6 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 34 min
4 AM
2h 53m ★
6 AM
3h 4m
8 AM
3h 27m
10 AM
3h 13m
12 PM
3h 10m
3 PM
3h 14m
5 PM
3h 26m
8 PM
2h 58m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

The drive from Danville, AR to Bentonville, AR covers 163.4 miles and takes about 3h 4m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 49, I 40, AR 27 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 65.6 miles on I 49. At current regular gas prices, budget about $24.68 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

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

81.7 miles from Danville, AR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 35m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 4m. Total distance: 163.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (91%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This is a 3h 4m highway drive covering 163.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 49 and I 40. The longest continuous stretch is about 65.6 miles on I 49.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 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 65.6 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 49 and I 40. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 29.1 miles in.

Driving Effort 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 3h 4m drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 29.1 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 141 miles (I 49; US 62; US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 160.3 miles (US 62; AR 12): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 14 key points

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

6
29.1 mi into trip | ~42m in

Take the ramp toward I-40

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

Exit 78 Toward I-40
6
141 mi into trip | ~2h 36m in | I 49; US 62; US 71

Keep slight left at fork onto I 49; US 62; US 71

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
5
160.3 mi into trip | ~2h 57m in | US 62; AR 12

Take the exit onto US 62; AR 12 toward US 62 East, AR 12 East, AR 102 West: Southeast 14th Street, Hudson Road

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

Toward US 62 East, AR 12 East, AR 102 West: Sou...
6
161.6 mi into trip | ~3h in | Southeast J Street

Turn right onto Southeast J Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
5
162.7 mi into trip | ~3h 2m in | East Central Avenue

Turn left onto East Central Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 49 65.6 mi 1h 8m
I 40 64.8 mi 1h 4m
AR 27 18.1 mi 27m
Union Street 4.9 mi 5m
West Main Street 4.6 mi 7m
Southeast 14th Street 1.1 mi 2m
Southeast J Street 1 mi 2m
Main Street 0.8 mi 1m
Longest stretch: I 49 — 65.6 mi, about 1h 8m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Danville, AR and Bentonville, AR.

1

Start on AR 27

0.8 mi · 1 min · Main Street
2

Turn right onto AR 27

6.1 mi · 10 min · AR 27
3

Continue on this road

0.2 mi · 26 sec · this road
4

Continue on AR 27

12 mi · 16 min · AR 27
5

Turn sharp left onto AR 7

205 ft · 12 sec · North State Highway 7
6

Continue on AR 22

374 ft · 9 sec · AR 22
7

Turn right onto AR 7

4.9 mi · 5 min · Union Street
8

Turn left onto US 64

3.1 mi · 4 min · West Main Street
9

Continue on US 64

1.5 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
10

Turn right onto Mission Road

0.2 mi · 22 sec · Mission Road
11

Continue on Lakewood Drive

367 ft · 9 sec · Lakewood Drive
12

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 38 sec
Exit 78 Toward I-40
13

Merge onto I 40

65 mi · 1 hr 4 min · I 40
14

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 48 sec
Toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
15

Continue on I 49

46 mi · 47 min · I 49
Use the slight right lane.
16

Keep slight left at fork onto I 49; US 62; US 71

19 mi · 20 min · I 49; US 62; US 71
Use the straight lane.
17

Take the exit onto US 62; AR 12

0.3 mi · 39 sec · US 62; AR 12
Toward US 62 East, AR 12 East, AR 102 West: Southeast 14th Street, Hudson Road
18

Turn left onto AR 12; US 62

1.1 mi · 2 min · Southeast 14th Street
19

Turn right onto Southeast J Street

1.0 mi · 2 min · Southeast J Street
Use the left lane.
20

Turn left onto East Central Avenue

0.7 mi · 2 min · East Central Avenue
Use the left lane.
21

Turn right onto North Main Street

185 ft · 6 sec · North Main Street
22

Arrive at destination

North Main Street

Trip Plan

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 81.7 miles from Danville, AR, or about 1h 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 65.6 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 36 miles or 50m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 81.7 miles or 1h 35m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 29m

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 Danville, 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 Danville, AR

This is one driving day of about 163.4 miles and 3h 4m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Danville, 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 49 for about 65.6 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 81.7 mi from Danville, AR · 1h 35m into the drive

highland region in central-southern United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Ozark, AR

82 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.

Popular next leg

Ozark, AR to Bentonville, AR

96.1 mi · 1h 45m

Pacing Suggestions

Delaware, AR

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Ozark, AR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 81.7 miles from Danville, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 49 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 65.6 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Chick-fil-A

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Russellville, Arkansas

Near the start, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour Inexpensiv mile 23.3

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+14799670220

Visit website

Old South Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Russellville, Arkansas

2.6 mi

Wildflower Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Mulberry, Arkansas

2.4 mi

Top Coffee Stop

West Fork Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

West Fork, Arkansas

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 128.4

Hours: 6 am–3 pm

+14792943041

Visit website

Chick-fil-A

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour Inexpensiv mile 23.3

Russellville, Arkansas

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+14799670220

Visit website

Old South Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 23.3

Russellville, Arkansas

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+14799683789

Visit website

Wildflower Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 81.7

Mulberry, Arkansas

Hours: 11 am–7 pm

+14792972005

Ridgerunner Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 116.7

West Fork, Arkansas

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

+14797613843

Visit website

Mandalay Fusion

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 140.1

Farmington, Arkansas

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+14792679494

Visit website

West Fork Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 128.4

West Fork, Arkansas

Hours: 6 am–3 pm

+14792943041

Visit website

Memory Lane Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20

Belleville, Arkansas

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+14794932414

Visit website

ClipperCreek Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 163.4

Bentonville, Arkansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 163.4

Bentonville, Arkansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 163.4

Bentonville, Arkansas

+18887584389

ChargePoint Charging Station

Near the end, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 163.4

Bentonville, Arkansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Near the end, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 163.4

Bentonville, Arkansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 163.4

Bentonville, Arkansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$24.68 one way

$49.35 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 57 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.21 $27.09 $54.18
premium $4.56 $29.33 $58.66
diesel $5.61 $36.08 $72.15

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$25

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$50–$75

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 57.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

6 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

ClipperCreek Charging Station

Bentonville, Arkansas

Other

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Bentonville, Arkansas

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Bentonville, Arkansas

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Bentonville, Arkansas

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Bentonville, Arkansas

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Bentonville, Arkansas

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

ChargePoint: 5 Other: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 49 0 $17.16 $7.84
Efficient EV 40.9 0 $14.30 $6.54
EV Truck/SUV 65.4 0 $22.88 $10.46

Gas CO2

57 kg

EV CO2

19 kg (67% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Danville, AR

Late night in Danville on Saturday

Local time

4:46 AM

CDT

Current temp

76°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Bentonville, AR

Late night in Bentonville on Saturday

Local time

4:46 AM

CDT

Current temp

73°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

75°F

Ozark, AR

82 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

3 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

3h 4m 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 Danville, AR to Bentonville, AR covers 163.4 miles and takes about 3h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 49, I 40, AR 27. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 81.7 miles from Danville, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $24.68 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

This is a straightforward 3h 4m drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

The main spots that need attention: at 29.1 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 141 miles (I 49; US 62; US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 160.3 miles (US 62; AR 12): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

The route from Danville, AR to Bentonville, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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