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Trip from Fayetteville, AR to Gentry, AR

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Drive Time

48m

Distance

33.5 mi

54 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$5

one way

EV Charging

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station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 12 min
4 AM
0h 45m ★
6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 57m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 51m
3 PM
0h 52m
5 PM
0h 56m
8 PM
0h 46m

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

city in Arkansas, USA

Gentry, AR

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Trip Overview

The drive from Fayetteville, AR to Gentry, AR covers 33.5 miles and takes about 48m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on East Henri de Tonti Boulevard, AR 59, I 49 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 16.4 miles on East Henri de Tonti Boulevard. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.06 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

0 planned breaks

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

Midpoint

16.8 miles from Fayetteville, AR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 25m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a 48m drive with frequent turns across 33.5 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Henri de Tonti Boulevard is the longest continuous segment at about 16.4 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.3 miles in near East Township Street.

Route Complexity 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 33.5 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 2.3 miles (East Township Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 4 miles (North Shiloh Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 16 key points

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

6
2.3 mi into trip | ~5m in | East Township Street

Turn left onto East Township Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
6
4 mi into trip | ~8m in | North Shiloh Drive

Turn right onto North Shiloh Drive

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
7
4.4 mi into trip | ~9m in

Take the exit toward I 49 North, US 62 North, US 71 North: Springdale, Rogers

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

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 49 North, US 62 North, US 71 North: Sp...
7
9 mi into trip | ~14m in

Take the exit toward US 412

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 72 Toward US 412
8
9.3 mi into trip | ~15m in

Keep slight left at fork toward US 412

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the left / straight lanes. Toward US 412

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Fayetteville, AR to Gentry, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Rogers along the way.

Rogers

4.4 mi in | ~9m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
East Henri de Tonti Boulevard 16.4 mi 20m
AR 59 5.6 mi 8m
I 49 4 mi 4m
North College Avenue 2.3 mi 4m
West Sunset Avenue 1.5 mi 2m
North Gregg Avenue 1.2 mi 2m
South Collins Avenue 0.5 mi 1m
East Township Street 0.4 mi 1m
Longest stretch: East Henri de Tonti Boulevard — 16.4 mi, about 20m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Fayetteville, AR and Gentry, AR.

1

Start on this road

79 ft · 11 sec · this road
2

Turn left onto East Center Street

147 ft · 8 sec · East Center Street
3

Turn right onto North College Avenue

2.3 mi · 4 min · North College Avenue
4

Turn left onto East Township Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · East Township Street
Use the left lane.
5

Turn right onto North Gregg Avenue

1.2 mi · 2 min · North Gregg Avenue
6

Turn right onto North Shiloh Drive

0.1 mi · 25 sec · North Shiloh Drive
Use the right lane.
7

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 8 sec
Use the right lane.
8

Merge onto US 71B

0.2 mi · 17 sec · Fulbright Expressway
9

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 48 sec
Toward I 49 North, US 62 North, US 71 North: Springdale, Rogers Use the slight right lane.
10

Merge onto I 49; US 62; US 71

4.0 mi · 4 min · I 49; US 62; US 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 31 sec
Exit 72 Toward US 412 Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Keep slight left at fork

193 ft · 12 sec
Toward US 412 Use the left / straight lanes.
13

Turn left onto US 412

1.5 mi · 2 min · West Sunset Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
14

Continue on US 412

16 mi · 20 min · East Henri de Tonti Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
15

Take the exit

336 ft · 5 sec
Use the right lane.
16

Turn slight right onto AR 59

5.6 mi · 8 min · AR 59
Use the right lane.
17

Turn left onto AR 59B

0.5 mi · 1 min · South Collins Avenue
18

Turn right onto AR 59B

67 ft · 1 sec · East Main Street
19

Arrive at destination

AR 59B

Trip Plan

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 16.8 miles from Fayetteville, AR, or about 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 16.4 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 33.5 miles or 48m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 16.8 miles or 25m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 40m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Fayetteville, 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 Fayetteville, AR

This is one driving day of about 33.5 miles and 48m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Fayetteville, 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 East Henri de Tonti Boulevard for about 16.4 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 16.8 mi from Fayetteville, AR · 25m into the drive

Downtown Kibler, AR, AR

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Kibler, AR

17 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

Bentonville, AR

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 33.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Kibler, AR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 16.8 miles from Fayetteville, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Gentry, AR

The final approach into Gentry, 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 Gentry, 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

$5.06 one way

$10.12 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 12 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.21 $5.55 $11.11
premium $4.56 $6.01 $12.03
diesel $5.61 $7.40 $14.79

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$5

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$30–$55

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 11.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 10 0 $3.52 $1.61
Efficient EV 8.4 0 $2.93 $1.34
EV Truck/SUV 13.4 0 $4.69 $2.14

Gas CO2

12 kg

EV CO2

4 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 data refreshed 2 hours ago

Origin

Fayetteville, AR

Late night in Fayetteville on Wednesday

Local time

5:02 AM

CDT

Current temp

72°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Gentry, AR

Late night in Gentry on Wednesday

Local time

5:02 AM

CDT

Current temp

72°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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

48m 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 Fayetteville, AR to Gentry, AR covers 33.5 miles and takes about 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Henri de Tonti Boulevard, AR 59, I 49. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16.8 miles from Fayetteville, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.06 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 is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 33.5 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 2.3 miles (East Township Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 4 miles (North Shiloh Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Fayetteville, AR to Gentry, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Rogers along the way.

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