The drive from Hampton, AR to Bentonville, AR covers 301.1 miles and takes about 5h 27m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 65, US 167, I 49 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 141 miles on US 65.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $45.47 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
150.6 miles from Hampton, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 49m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 27m. Total distance: 301.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 5h 27m highway drive covering 301.1 miles, with most of the trip on US 65 and US 167. The longest continuous stretch is about 141 miles on US 65.
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.
US 65 is the longest continuous segment at about 141 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 65 and US 167. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 76.3 miles in near US 167.
Driving Effort6/10
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 301.1 miles you will encounter 12 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: at 76.3 miles (US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 91 miles (US 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 91.3 miles (US 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
76.3 mi into trip|~1h 32m in|US 167
Keep slight left at fork onto US 167 toward I 530 North, US 65 North, US 167 North: Little Rock
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 530 North, US 65 North, US 167 North:...
7
91 mi into trip|~1h 49m in|US 65
Keep slight left at fork onto US 65 toward I 40 West, US 65 North, AR 107 North: Conway, Fort Smith
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 143A
Toward I 40 West, US 65 North, AR 107 North: Co...
6
91.3 mi into trip|~1h 49m in|US 65
Keep slight left at fork onto US 65
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
278.7 mi into trip|~4h 59m in|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.
6
299.4 mi into trip|~5h 23m in|Southeast J Street
Turn right onto Southeast J Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
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 Hampton, AR to Bentonville, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Smith along the way.
Fort Smith
91 mi in|~1h 49m|via US 65
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 65
141 mi
2h 22m
US 167
73.1 mi
1h 28m
I 49
65.6 mi
1h 8m
Sheridan Bypass
17.9 mi
20m
Southeast 14th Street
1.1 mi
2m
Southeast J Street
1 mi
2m
East Central Avenue
0.7 mi
2m
US 62
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 65
— 141 mi, about 2h 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hampton, AR and Bentonville, AR.
1
Start on US 278
31 ft·6 sec·US 278
2
Turn left onto US 167
22 mi·27 min·US 167
3
Turn left onto US 167
36 mi·44 min·US 167
4
Continue on US 167
18 mi·20 min·Sheridan Bypass
5
Keep slight left at fork onto US 167
15 mi·16 min·US 167
Toward I 530 North, US 65 North, US 167 North: Little Rock
6
Keep slight left at fork onto US 65
0.3 mi·35 sec·US 65
Exit 143AToward I 40 West, US 65 North, AR 107 North: Conway, Fort Smith
7
Keep slight left at fork onto US 65
141 mi·2 hr 22 min·US 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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
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 150.6 miles from Hampton, AR, or about 2h 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 141 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 66 miles or 1h 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 150.6 miles or 2h 49m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 27m
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 Hampton, 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 Hampton, AR
This is one driving day of about 301.1 miles and 5h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 66 miles from Hampton, 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 US 65 for about 141 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 150.6 mi from Hampton, AR
· 2h 49m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$45.47 one way
$90.95 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg105 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$49.92
$99.84
premium
$4.56
$54.04
$108.09
diesel
$5.61
$66.48
$132.96
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$45
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$70–$95
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 105.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
6 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: good
ClipperCreek Charging Station
Bentonville, Arkansas
Other
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Bentonville, Arkansas
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Bentonville, Arkansas
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Bentonville, Arkansas
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Bentonville, Arkansas
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Bentonville, Arkansas
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
ChargePoint: 5
Other: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
90.3
1
$31.62
$14.45
Efficient EV
75.3
0
$26.35
$12.04
EV Truck/SUV
120.4
1
$42.15
$19.27
Gas CO2
105 kg
EV CO2
35 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Hampton, AR
Late night
in Hampton on Friday
Local time
2:42 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Bentonville, AR
Late night
in Bentonville on Friday
Local time
2:42 AM
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
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
5h 27m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Hampton, AR to Bentonville, AR covers 301.1 miles and takes about 5h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 65, US 167, I 49. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 150.6 miles from Hampton, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $45.47 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 301.1 miles you will encounter 12 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: at 76.3 miles (US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 91 miles (US 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 91.3 miles (US 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Hampton, AR to Bentonville, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Smith along the way.
Data sources
The figures on this page are computed from open government and mapping datasets, not crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from
OSRM
over
OpenStreetMap.
Fuel cost uses
EIA
weekly regional averages.
EV charging comes from the
NREL Alternative Fuels
dataset.
National park proximity is from the
NPS API.
Full methodology, refresh cadence, and limitations are documented on the
methodology page.
