The drive from Highland, AR to Bentonville, AR covers 223.5 miles and takes about 4h 49m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 71, I 49, US 270 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 71 miles on US 71.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $33.75 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
111.7 miles from Highland, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 42m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 49m. Total distance: 223.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 4h 49m highway drive covering 223.5 miles, with most of the trip on US 71 and I 49. The longest continuous stretch is about 71 miles on US 71.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 71 is the longest continuous segment at about 71 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 71 and I 49. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 149.4 miles in near US 71.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 223.5 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 149.4 miles (US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 154 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 201.1 miles (I 49; US 62; US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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149.4 mi into trip|~3h 27m in|US 71
Keep slight right at fork onto US 71 toward I 40 East: Little Rock, Memphis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 40 East: Little Rock, Memphis
6
154 mi into trip|~3h 32m in
Take the exit toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
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201.1 mi into trip|~4h 21m 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.
5
220.3 mi into trip|~4h 42m in|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...
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221.7 mi into trip|~4h 44m 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 Highland, AR to Bentonville, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Memphis along the way.
Memphis
149.4 mi in|~3h 27m|via US 71
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 71
71 mi
1h 24m
I 49
65.6 mi
1h 8m
US 270
32 mi
39m
AR 27
27.2 mi
47m
North 1st Street
13 mi
22m
US 70
8.9 mi
13m
State Highway 26
1.5 mi
2m
Southeast 14th Street
1.1 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
US 71
— 71 mi, about 1h 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Highland, AR and Bentonville, AR.
1
Start on Pike County 210 Road/Gyp Mine Road
29 ft·6 sec·Pike County 210 Road/Gyp Mine Road
2
Turn right onto AR 26
1.5 mi·2 min·State Highway 26
3
At end of road, turn left onto AR 27
19 mi·32 min·AR 27
4
Continue on US 70
8.9 mi·13 min·US 70
5
Continue on US 70B; AR 8
0.3 mi·31 sec·Elm Street
6
Continue on US 70B; AR 8
361 ft·14 sec·West Broadway Street
7
Turn left onto AR 8
13 mi·22 min·North 1st Street
8
Turn right onto AR 27
8.5 mi·14 min·AR 27
9
Turn left onto US 270; AR 27
32 mi·39 min·US 270; AR 27
10
At end of road, turn right onto US 71
54 mi·1 hr 6 min·US 71
11
Take the exit onto US 71
12 mi·14 min·US 71
Toward 540 North
12
Keep slight right at fork onto US 71
4.6 mi·4 min·US 71
Toward I 40 East: Little Rock, MemphisUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Toward I 49 North: FayettevilleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on I 49
46 mi·47 min·I 49
Use the slight right lane.
15
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.
16
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
17
Turn left onto AR 12; US 62
1.1 mi·2 min·Southeast 14th Street
18
Turn right onto Southeast J Street
1.0 mi·2 min·Southeast J Street
Use the left lane.
19
Turn left onto East Central Avenue
0.7 mi·2 min·East Central Avenue
Use the left lane.
20
Turn right onto North Main Street
185 ft·6 sec·North Main Street
21
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 111.7 miles from Highland, AR, or about 2h 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 71 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 49 miles or 1h 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 111.7 miles or 2h 42m 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 3m
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 Highland, 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 Highland, AR
This is one driving day of about 223.5 miles and 4h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 miles from Highland, 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 71 for about 71 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 111.7 mi from Highland, AR
· 2h 42m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$33.75 one way
$67.51 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg78 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$37.05
$74.11
premium
$4.56
$40.12
$80.23
diesel
$5.61
$49.35
$98.69
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 78.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
67.1
0
$23.47
$10.73
Efficient EV
55.9
0
$19.56
$8.94
EV Truck/SUV
89.4
1
$31.29
$14.30
Gas CO2
78 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 16, 2026
Origin
Highland, AR
Late night
in Highland on Friday
Local time
12:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Bentonville, AR
Late night
in Bentonville on Friday
Local time
12:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 10 to 15 mph21% chanceLive 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
6 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
4h 49m 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 Highland, AR to Bentonville, AR covers 223.5 miles and takes about 4h 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 71, I 49, US 270. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 111.7 miles from Highland, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $33.75 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 is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 223.5 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 149.4 miles (US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 154 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 201.1 miles (I 49; US 62; US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Highland, AR to Bentonville, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Memphis along the way.
