Trip from Gentry, AR to Fayetteville, AR

Drive Time

46m

Distance

32.5 mi

52 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 12 min

4 AM

0h 42m ★

6 AM

0h 46m

8 AM

0h 54m

10 AM

0h 49m

12 PM

0h 48m

3 PM

0h 49m

5 PM

0h 53m

8 PM

0h 44m

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

Connecting Gentry to Fayetteville is a straightforward 32.5-mile journey that typically takes about 46 minutes to complete. Because of the manageable distance, this trip is perfectly suited as a quick day outing, requiring no overnight stays. You will navigate primarily via South Collins Avenue, South Gentry Boulevard, and AR 59 as you travel through the Southeast region of Arkansas. With a total fuel cost estimated at around $4, it is an incredibly budget-friendly excursion. Whether you are heading into the city for business or leisure, the route offers a convenient link between these two communities.

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

16.2 miles from Gentry, AR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 23m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. Since the highway share is 0%, you won't be dealing with high-speed, multi-lane traffic. The route features no long, uninterrupted stretches, as South Collins Avenue requires your full attention throughout its length. You will find that the road surface and flow change frequently as you transition between local roads. It is an ideal path for drivers who prefer navigating local terrain over the repetitive nature of major highways.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

South Collins Avenue 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. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.

Route Complexity 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

The drive from Gentry, AR to Fayetteville, AR is easy. At 46m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Gentry, AR to Fayetteville, AR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
South Collins Avenue	Unavailable	Refreshing
South Gentry Boulevard	Unavailable	Refreshing
AR 59	Unavailable	Refreshing
US 71B North	Unavailable	Refreshing
AR 112	Unavailable	Refreshing
West Drake Street	Unavailable	Refreshing
North Gregg Avenue	Unavailable	Refreshing
West Township Street	Unavailable	Refreshing

Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.

Longest stretch: South Collins Avenue — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on East Main Street

66 ft · 7 sec · East Main Street

Turn left onto South Collins Avenue

0.5 mi · 1 min · South Collins Avenue

At the end of the road, turn right onto South Gentry Boulevard

1.2 mi · 2 min · South Gentry Boulevard

Continue on AR 59

4.3 mi · 6 min · AR 59

Continue straight

420 ft · 15 sec

At the end of the road, turn left

18 mi · 23 min

Take the exit right

0.2 mi · 16 sec

Merge slight left

4.0 mi · 4 min

Take the exit slight right toward AR 112, US 71B North: North Fulbright Expressway

0.1 mi · 11 sec · AR 112, US 71B North: North Fulbright Expressway

Keep slight left to continue on AR 112

1.0 mi · 1 min · AR 112

Turn right

0.3 mi · 42 sec

Turn left onto West Drake Street

0.8 mi · 1 min · West Drake Street

Turn right onto North Gregg Avenue

0.5 mi · 1 min · North Gregg Avenue

Turn left onto West Township Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · West Township Street

Turn right onto North College Avenue

2.3 mi · 4 min · North College Avenue

Turn left onto East Center Street

148 ft · 8 sec · East Center Street

Turn right

79 ft · 6 sec

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Since this is a short, 46-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily make the trip in one go without needing to plan for stops, as the entire route is quite brief. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the roads means you should stay alert and follow local signage closely as you navigate the transition from Gentry to Fayetteville. Factor in the $4 fuel expense when budgeting for your travel, and ensure your vehicle is ready for a series of local turns rather than a sustained highway run. Being mindful of the lack of highway stretches will help you manage your expectations for a steady, localized pace.

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 16.2 miles from Gentry, AR, or about 23m 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 32.5 miles or 46m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 16.2 miles or 23m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 39m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Gentry, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Gentry, AR

This is one driving day of about 32.5 miles and 46m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Gentry, 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.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 16.2 mi from Gentry, AR · 23m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Bentonville, AR

16 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

Tulsa, OK

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 32.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Bentonville, AR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 16.2 miles from Gentry, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Fayetteville, AR

The final approach into Fayetteville, 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 Fayetteville, 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

$4.97 one way

$9.94 round trip

$3.88/gal 25.4 MPG avg 11 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.26	$5.45	$10.90
premium	$4.61	$5.90	$11.80
diesel	$5.64	$7.22	$14.44

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$30–$55

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 11.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	9.8	$3.41	$1.56
Efficient EV	8.1	$2.84	$1.30
EV Truck/SUV	13	$4.55	$2.08

Gas CO2

11 kg

EV CO2

4 kg (64% 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 3 days ago

Origin

Gentry, AR

Evening in Gentry on Sunday

Local time

7:33 PM

CDT

Current temp

52°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Fayetteville, AR

Evening in Fayetteville on Sunday

Local time

7:33 PM

CDT

Current temp

55°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

3 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

46m 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 Gentry, AR to Fayetteville, AR covers 32.5 miles and takes about 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are South Collins Avenue, South Gentry Boulevard, AR 59. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 16.2 miles from Gentry, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.97 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.

The drive from Gentry, AR to Fayetteville, AR is easy. At 46m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Gentry, AR to Fayetteville, AR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

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

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