Origin
Green Forest, AR
Evening in Green Forest on Wednesday
Local time
8:32 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Green Forest, AR to Bentonville, AR
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 33m
Distance
58.9 mi
95 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 26m
★
6 AM
1h 33m
8 AM
1h 48m
10 AM
1h 38m
12 PM
1h 37m
3 PM
1h 39m
5 PM
1h 47m
8 PM
1h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Green Forest, AR
Lauri Poldre
Bentonville, AR
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Trip Overview
This 58.9-mile drive from Green Forest, Arkansas, to Bentonville, Arkansas, will take you about 1 hour and 33 minutes. It's a straightforward trip entirely within the Southeast region of Arkansas, making it an easy one-day excursion. You'll primarily navigate local roads like West Main Street, Eureka Avenue, and West Trimble Avenue, with no highway driving involved. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $9. Given its short duration and local road profile, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day adventure, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
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
29.4 miles from Green Forest, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 46m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, characterized by its lack of highway mileage. With a 0% highway share, you'll be experiencing the nuances of local Arkansas roads for the entire 58.9 miles. There isn't a particularly long uninterrupted stretch, suggesting frequent opportunities to adjust your course or take in your surroundings. The driving experience will likely involve a consistent pace as you navigate through communities and varying local traffic patterns.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Main Street 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 Green Forest, AR to Bentonville, AR is easy. At 1h 33m 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 Green Forest, AR to Bentonville, AR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Main Street | — | — |
| Eureka Avenue | — | — |
| West Trimble Avenue | — | — |
| West Van Buren Street | — | — |
| West Hudson Road | — | — |
| Southeast 14th Street | — | — |
| Southeast J Street | — | — |
| East Central Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West Main Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Green Forest, AR and Bentonville, AR.
1
Start on South Springfield Avenue
20 ft
·
8 sec
·
South Springfield Avenue
2
Turn left onto West Main Street
8.3 mi
·
12 min
·
West Main Street
3
Turn slight left onto Eureka Avenue
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
Eureka Avenue
4
Continue on West Trimble Avenue
11 mi
·
16 min
·
West Trimble Avenue
5
Continue on West Van Buren Street
32 mi
·
50 min
·
West Van Buren Street
6
Continue on West Hudson Road
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
West Hudson Road
7
Turn slight right
2.6 mi
·
4 min
8
Continue on Southeast 14th Street
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Southeast 14th Street
9
Turn right onto Southeast J Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeast J Street
10
Turn left onto East Central Avenue
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
East Central Avenue
11
Turn right onto North Main Street
187 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Main Street
12
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
For this relatively short 1 hour and 33-minute trip, you have the advantage of flexibility. Consider leaving mid-morning to avoid any early rush hour and allow for a relaxed start. Since there are no designated stops mentioned and the drive is under two hours, you can easily complete it without needing to plan extensive breaks. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you'll be relying on local roads for the entire 58.9 miles, and be mindful of the $9 fuel cost estimate. A good tip for this specific route is to check local traffic conditions before you depart, as community events or school schedules can impact travel times on these local streets.
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 29.4 miles from Green Forest, AR, or about 46m 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 13 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 29.4 miles or 46m 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 19m
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 Green Forest, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Green Forest, AR
This is one driving day of about 58.9 miles and 1h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 13 miles from Green Forest, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.4 mi from Green Forest, AR · 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.4 miles from Green Forest, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.90 one way
$17.79 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $9.76 | $19.53 |
| premium | $4.56 | $10.57 | $21.14 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.00 | $26.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.7 | 0 | $6.18 | $2.83 |
| Efficient EV | 14.7 | 0 | $5.15 | $2.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.6 | 0 | $8.25 | $3.77 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Evening in Bentonville on Wednesday
Local time
8:32 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°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
1h 33m 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 Green Forest, AR to Bentonville, AR covers 58.9 miles and takes about 1h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Main Street, Eureka Avenue, West Trimble Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.4 miles from Green Forest, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.90 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 Green Forest, AR to Bentonville, AR is easy. At 1h 33m 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 Green Forest, AR to Bentonville, AR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Green Forest, AR to Bentonville, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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