Origin
Delaware, AR
Evening in Delaware on Sunday
Local time
6:19 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Delaware, AR to Benton, AR
Drive Time
1h 59m
Distance
106.4 mi
171 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 51m
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6 AM
1h 59m
8 AM
2h 16m
10 AM
2h 5m
12 PM
2h 3m
3 PM
2h 6m
5 PM
2h 15m
8 PM
1h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Delaware, AR
Christopher Santiago
Benton, AR
Tima Miroshnichenko
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Delaware to Benton, Arkansas, you are in for a 104.1-mile journey that takes approximately 1 hour and 42 minutes. This trip is perfectly suited for a one-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay along the way. You should budget roughly $14 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Southeast locations. Because this route relies on local roads rather than major interstates, it offers a more personal, direct connection between these communities. It is a straightforward trip for anyone comfortable navigating regional Arkansas roads without the pressure of high-speed traffic.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
53.2 miles from Delaware, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 1m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you make your way across the region. You will spend your time navigating via Union Street, East Main Street, and AR 331, as this route maintains a 0% highway share throughout the entire trip. Because of the nature of these local roads, there is no significant longest stretch to speak of, as you will be frequently adjusting your path. The experience behind the wheel is defined by constant turns rather than long, monotonous interstate miles. Be prepared for a more engaged driving experience that requires your full attention as you transition between these local thoroughfares.
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 62.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and I 430. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 16.5 miles in near AR 331.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 106.4 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: at 16.5 miles (AR 331): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.7 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 79.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
16.5 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
AR 331
Turn left onto AR 331
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
16.7 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Take the ramp toward I-40
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Exit 84
Toward I-40
6
79.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 27m in
Take the exit toward I 430: Texarkana
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 430: Texarkana
8
92.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 42m in
|
US 70
Keep slight right at fork onto US 70 toward I 30 West: Texarkana
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 129B
Toward I 30 West: Texarkana
5
104.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 55m in
Take the exit toward AR 5, AR 35: Benton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward AR 5, AR 35: Benton
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 62.7 mi | 1h 2m |
| I 430 | 12.3 mi | 14m |
| US 70 | 12.1 mi | 13m |
| AR 22 | 9.2 mi | 13m |
| Union Street | 4.9 mi | 5m |
| East Main Street | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| AR 35 | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| I-30 Frontage Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 62.7 mi, about 1h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Delaware, AR and Benton, AR.
1
Start on Fire Dept Loop
515 ft
·
27 sec
·
Fire Dept Loop
2
Turn left onto AR 22
9.2 mi
·
13 min
·
AR 22
3
Turn left onto AR 7
4.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Union Street
4
Turn right onto US 64
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
East Main Street
5
Turn left onto AR 331
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
AR 331
Use the left lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 84
Toward I-40
7
Merge onto I 40
63 mi
·
1 hr 2 min
·
I 40
8
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 430: Texarkana
Use the slight right lane.
9
Continue on I 430
12 mi
·
14 min
·
I 430
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto US 70
12 mi
·
13 min
·
US 70
Exit 129B
Toward I 30 West: Texarkana
Use the slight right lane.
11
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
Toward AR 5, AR 35: Benton
12
Turn straight onto AR 5
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
I-30 Frontage Road
13
Turn slight right onto AR 5
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Old Hot Springs Highway
14
Turn left onto AR 35
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
AR 35
15
Turn right onto East Sevier Street
383 ft
·
14 sec
·
East Sevier Street
16
Turn right onto North Main Street
14 ft
·
0 sec
·
North Main Street
17
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. You will not need to plan for any formal stops, as the 1 hour and 42 minute duration is quite manageable to do in a single stretch. Keep in mind that because you are relying exclusively on local roads, your pace will likely be dictated by the turns and road conditions rather than open-road speed limits. Before you head out, double-check your vehicle's fuel level to ensure you have enough to cover the estimated $14 cost. My best tip for this specific route is to stay alert at every intersection, as the lack of long highway stretches means you will be making frequent turns to stay on course.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 53.2 miles from Delaware, AR, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 62.7 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 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 53.2 miles or 1h 1m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Benton, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Delaware, 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 Delaware, AR
This is one driving day of about 106.4 miles and 1h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Delaware, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 62.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 53.2 mi from Delaware, AR · 1h 1m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
53 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 53.2 miles from Delaware, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 62.7 miles.
Arriving in Benton, AR
The final approach into Benton, 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 Benton, 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
$16.27 one way
$32.53 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $17.84 | $35.68 |
| premium | $4.61 | $19.31 | $38.62 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $23.64 | $47.28 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.9 | 0 | $11.17 | $5.11 |
| Efficient EV | 26.6 | 0 | $9.31 | $4.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 42.6 | 0 | $14.90 | $6.81 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (68% 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
Benton, AR
Evening in Benton on Sunday
Local time
6:19 PM
CDT
Current temp
80°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
23 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 59m 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 Delaware, AR to Benton, AR covers 106.4 miles and takes about 1h 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, I 430, US 70. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 53.2 miles from Delaware, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.27 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 106.4 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: at 16.5 miles (AR 331): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.7 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 79.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Delaware, AR to Benton, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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