Origin
Greenbrier, AR
Afternoon in Greenbrier on Thursday
Local time
12:31 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Greenbrier, AR to Bentonville, AR
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 23m
Distance
191.5 mi
308 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 11m
★
6 AM
3h 24m
8 AM
3h 48m
10 AM
3h 32m
12 PM
3h 30m
3 PM
3h 33m
5 PM
3h 47m
8 PM
3h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Greenbrier, AR
Kelly
Bentonville, AR
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Trip Overview
This 191.5-mile journey from Greenbrier to Bentonville, Arkansas, is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that can easily be completed in a single day, taking approximately 3 hours and 23 minutes. The route primarily utilizes I-40 and I-49, with a small portion on South Broadview Street, meaning about 95% of your drive will be on major highways. With an estimated fuel cost of $29, this trip is quite budget-friendly for a day excursion. Given its efficiency and relatively short duration, it's an ideal candidate for a one-day road trip, allowing you to maximize your time at your destination. Both Greenbrier and Bentonville are situated in the Southeast region of Arkansas, so you'll remain within the same general geographical area throughout your travels.
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
95.8 miles from Greenbrier, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 40m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 23m. Total distance: 191.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a primarily highway experience for this 191.5-mile drive, with 95% of the route on major interstates like I-40 and I-49. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 112.4 miles on I-40, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of the journey. This highway-focused profile means you'll likely experience efficient travel, with fewer slowdowns and more opportunities to maintain speed. While mostly interstate, the transition onto I-49 and the brief section of South Broadview Street will offer slight variations in scenery and road type as you approach Bentonville. The drive is designed for getting from point A to point B effectively.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 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 112.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and I 49. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 65; AR 25 / South Broadview Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 191.5 miles you will encounter 10 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: near the start (US 65; AR 25 / South Broadview Street): Navigation decision point; at 169.1 miles (I 49; US 62; US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 188.4 miles (US 62; AR 12): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 65; AR 25 / South Broadview Street
Turn left onto US 65; AR 25 / South Broadview Street
Navigation decision point
6
169.1 mi into trip
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~2h 55m 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
188.4 mi into trip
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~3h 16m 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
189.8 mi into trip
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~3h 19m in
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Southeast J Street
Turn right onto Southeast J Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
190.8 mi into trip
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~3h 21m in
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East Central Avenue
Turn left onto East Central Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 112.4 mi | 1h 52m |
| I 49 | 65.6 mi | 1h 8m |
| South Broadview Street | 5.3 mi | 7m |
| US Highway 65 | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| Skyline Drive | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Southeast 14th Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Southeast J Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| East Central Avenue | 0.7 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 112.4 mi, about 1h 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Greenbrier, AR and Bentonville, AR.
1
Start on AR 225
78 ft
·
8 sec
·
East Main Street
2
Turn left onto US 65; AR 25
5.3 mi
·
7 min
·
South Broadview Street
3
Continue on US 65
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
US Highway 65
4
Continue on US 65
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Skyline Drive
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
6
Merge onto I 40
112 mi
·
1 hr 52 min
·
I 40
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
8
Continue on I 49
46 mi
·
47 min
·
I 49
Use the slight right lane.
9
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.
10
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
11
Turn left onto AR 12; US 62
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeast 14th Street
12
Turn right onto Southeast J Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeast J Street
Use the left lane.
13
Turn left onto East Central Avenue
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
East Central Avenue
Use the left lane.
14
Turn right onto North Main Street
185 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Main Street
15
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
Trip Plan
For this 3-hour and 23-minute drive, leaving Greenbrier in the morning is your best bet to maximize daylight and arrive in Bentonville with ample time. Since this route is a single-day trip and heavily highway-based, you’ll only need one significant stop, possibly around the halfway point or when you feel the need to stretch your legs. The longest stretch of 112.4 miles on I-40 means you can settle in for a good portion of the drive. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is $29, and plan your refueling accordingly, especially before embarking on the longer interstate segments. The flexibility of a shorter, highway-focused drive like this allows you to adjust your schedule on the fly.
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 95.8 miles from Greenbrier, AR, or about 1h 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 112.4 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 42 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 95.8 miles or 1h 40m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 43m
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 Greenbrier, 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 Greenbrier, AR
This is one driving day of about 191.5 miles and 3h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 miles from Greenbrier, 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 112.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 95.8 mi from Greenbrier, AR · 1h 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
96 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 42 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 95.8 miles from Greenbrier, 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 112.4 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
$28.92 one way
$57.84 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
67 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $31.75 | $63.50 |
| premium | $4.56 | $34.37 | $68.74 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $42.28 | $84.56 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 67 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 57.4 | 0 | $20.11 | $9.19 |
| Efficient EV | 47.9 | 0 | $16.76 | $7.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 76.6 | 0 | $26.81 | $12.26 |
Gas CO2
67 kg
EV CO2
22 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
Afternoon in Bentonville on Thursday
Local time
12:31 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
75°F
Ozark, AR
96 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 23m 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 Greenbrier, AR to Bentonville, AR covers 191.5 miles and takes about 3h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, I 49, South Broadview Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 95.8 miles from Greenbrier, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $28.92 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 191.5 miles you will encounter 10 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: near the start (US 65; AR 25 / South Broadview Street): Navigation decision point; at 169.1 miles (I 49; US 62; US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 188.4 miles (US 62; AR 12): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Greenbrier, AR to Bentonville, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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