Origin
Gibson, AR
Night in Gibson on Friday
Local time
9:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Gibson, 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 53m
Distance
209.2 mi
337 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$32
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 41m
★
6 AM
3h 54m
8 AM
4h 19m
10 AM
4h 3m
12 PM
4h 0m
3 PM
4h 4m
5 PM
4h 18m
8 PM
3h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gibson, AR
Ali Eren Akkaya
Bentonville, AR
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Trip Overview
This 209.2-mile journey from Gibson, Arkansas, to Bentonville, Arkansas, is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 3 hours and 53 minutes. You'll primarily be on Interstates 40 and 49, with a brief stretch on State Highway 89, making it a 95% highway-focused drive. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $32. Given its manageable length and the predominantly highway profile, it’s well-suited as a straightforward day trip, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. Both locations are within the Southeast region, so you won't be crossing major regional boundaries.
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
104.6 miles from Gibson, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 2m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 53m. Total distance: 209.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 95% of your travel occurring on major interstates like I-40 and I-49. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 122.7 miles on I-40, so be prepared for extended periods of consistent driving speeds. While the majority is interstate, a short segment of State Highway 89 will offer a slight variation in scenery and road type before you rejoin the faster routes. This profile suggests a drive that is efficient and direct, prioritizing getting you to your destination.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 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 122.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and I 49. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 4.6 miles in near Jacksonville Conway Road.
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 53m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.6 miles (Jacksonville Conway Road): Navigation decision point; at 186.8 miles (I 49; US 62; US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 206 miles (US 62; AR 12): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
4.6 mi into trip
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~11m in
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Jacksonville Conway Road
Turn left onto Jacksonville Conway Road
Navigation decision point
6
186.8 mi into trip
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~3h 25m in
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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
206 mi into trip
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~3h 46m in
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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
207.4 mi into trip
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~3h 49m in
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Southeast J Street
Turn right onto Southeast J Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
208.4 mi into trip
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~3h 51m in
|
East Central Avenue
Turn left onto East Central Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 122.7 mi | 2h 2m |
| I 49 | 65.6 mi | 1h 8m |
| State Highway 89 | 10.9 mi | 19m |
| Batesville Pike | 3.8 mi | 9m |
| Jacksonville Conway Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Southeast 14th Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Southeast J Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Fortson Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 122.7 mi, about 2h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gibson, AR and Bentonville, AR.
1
Start on Jacksonville-Cato Road
56 ft
·
3 sec
·
Jacksonville-Cato Road
2
Turn left onto Batesville Pike
3.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Batesville Pike
3
Turn left onto Fortson Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Fortson Road
4
Turn left onto Jacksonville Conway Road
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Jacksonville Conway Road
5
Turn left onto AR 89
11 mi
·
19 min
·
State Highway 89
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
7
Merge onto I 40; US 65
123 mi
·
2 hr 2 min
·
I 40; US 65
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
9
Continue on I 49
46 mi
·
47 min
·
I 49
Use the slight right lane.
10
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.
11
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
12
Turn left onto AR 12; US 62
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeast 14th Street
13
Turn right onto Southeast J Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeast J Street
Use the left lane.
14
Turn left onto East Central Avenue
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
East Central Avenue
Use the left lane.
15
Turn right onto North Main Street
185 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Main Street
16
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
Trip Plan
For this 3-hour and 53-minute drive, you can comfortably leave anytime, but an early start will give you ample time to reach Bentonville without feeling rushed. With only one recommended stop, you have a lot of flexibility to decide when and where you'd like to pull over. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longest stretch of 122.7 miles on I-40, and plan your refueling accordingly. The estimated fuel cost of $32 is a helpful budget point for this 209.2-mile trip.
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 104.6 miles from Gibson, AR, or about 2h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 122.7 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 46 miles or 1h 3m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 104.6 miles or 2h 2m 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 10m
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 Gibson, 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 Gibson, AR
This is one driving day of about 209.2 miles and 3h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 46 miles from Gibson, 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 40 for about 122.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 104.6 mi from Gibson, AR · 2h 2m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
105 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 46 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 104.6 miles from Gibson, 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 122.7 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.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$31.59 one way
$63.19 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
73 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $34.68 | $69.37 |
| premium | $4.56 | $37.55 | $75.10 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $46.19 | $92.38 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 73.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 62.8 | 0 | $21.97 | $10.04 |
| Efficient EV | 52.3 | 0 | $18.30 | $8.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 83.7 | 1 | $29.29 | $13.39 |
Gas CO2
73 kg
EV CO2
24 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.
Destination
Bentonville, AR
Night in Bentonville on Friday
Local time
9:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
79°F
Delaware, AR
105 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
4 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 53m 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 Gibson, AR to Bentonville, AR covers 209.2 miles and takes about 3h 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, I 49, State Highway 89. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 104.6 miles from Gibson, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $31.59 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 53m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.6 miles (Jacksonville Conway Road): Navigation decision point; at 186.8 miles (I 49; US 62; US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 206 miles (US 62; AR 12): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Gibson, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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