Origin
Johnson, AR
Late night in Johnson on Wednesday
Local time
5:04 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Johnson, AR to Bentonville, AR
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 27m
Distance
125.6 mi
202 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 17m
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6 AM
2h 27m
8 AM
2h 47m
10 AM
2h 34m
12 PM
2h 32m
3 PM
2h 35m
5 PM
2h 46m
8 PM
2h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Johnson, AR
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Bentonville, AR
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Trip Overview
The drive from Johnson, AR to Bentonville, AR covers 125.6 miles and takes about 2h 27m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 49, I 40, 5th Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 65.6 miles on I 49. At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.97 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
62.8 miles from Johnson, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 18m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 2h 27m highway drive covering 125.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 49 and I 40. The longest continuous stretch is about 65.6 miles on I 49.
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 49 is the longest continuous segment at about 65.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 49 and I 40. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 6 miles in near AR 109 / 5th Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 27m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6 miles (AR 109 / 5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 103.2 miles (I 49; US 62; US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 122.4 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
6 mi into trip
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~14m in
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AR 109 / 5th Street
Turn right onto AR 109 / 5th Street
Navigation decision point
6
103.2 mi into trip
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~1h 59m 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
122.4 mi into trip
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~2h 19m 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
123.8 mi into trip
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~2h 22m in
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Southeast J Street
Turn right onto Southeast J Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
124.9 mi into trip
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~2h 24m 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 49 | 65.6 mi | 1h 8m |
| I 40 | 42.1 mi | 42m |
| 5th Street | 6.4 mi | 11m |
| AR 197 | 6 mi | 14m |
| Southeast 14th Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| West Main Street | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Southeast J Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Sterlin Hurley Highway | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 49
— 65.6 mi, about 1h 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Johnson, AR and Bentonville, AR.
1
Start on AR 197
6.0 mi
·
14 min
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AR 197
2
Turn right onto AR 109
6.4 mi
·
11 min
·
5th Street
3
Continue on AR 109
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Sterlin Hurley Highway
4
Turn right onto US 64
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
6
Merge onto I 40
42 mi
·
42 min
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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
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I 49; US 62; US 71
Use the straight lane.
10
Take the exit onto US 62; AR 12
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
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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
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Southeast 14th Street
12
Turn right onto Southeast J Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
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Southeast J Street
Use the left lane.
13
Turn left onto East Central Avenue
0.7 mi
·
2 min
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East Central Avenue
Use the left lane.
14
Turn right onto North Main Street
185 ft
·
6 sec
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North Main Street
15
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
Trip Plan
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 62.8 miles from Johnson, AR, or about 1h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 65.6 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 80 miles or 1h 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 62.8 miles or 1h 18m 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 59m
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 Johnson, 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 Johnson, AR
This is one driving day of about 125.6 miles and 2h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Johnson, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 49 for about 65.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 62.8 mi from Johnson, AR · 1h 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
63 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 62.8 miles from Johnson, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 49 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 65.6 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.97 one way
$37.94 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
44 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $20.82 | $41.65 |
| premium | $4.56 | $22.54 | $45.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $27.73 | $55.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37.7 | 0 | $13.19 | $6.03 |
| Efficient EV | 31.4 | 0 | $10.99 | $5.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 50.2 | 0 | $17.58 | $8.04 |
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (66% 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
Late night in Bentonville on Wednesday
Local time
5:04 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
63°F
Garland, TX
63 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
2h 27m 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 Johnson, AR to Bentonville, AR covers 125.6 miles and takes about 2h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 49, I 40, 5th 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 62.8 miles from Johnson, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.97 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.
This is a straightforward 2h 27m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 6 miles (AR 109 / 5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 103.2 miles (I 49; US 62; US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 122.4 miles (US 62; AR 12): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Johnson, AR to Bentonville, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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