McCrory, AR to Bentonville, AR is 266.7 miles and takes about 4 hours 56 minutes via I 40 and I 49, with a fuel budget near $40 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Arkansas, moving from the Southeast region toward the Northwest. It's a highway-focused drive, meaning you'll mostly be on interstates, making it a straightforward and efficient journey. With its high highway share, this route is best suited for those prioritizing getting to their destination quickly and comfortably. Consider this a practical transit rather than a leisurely exploration.
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
133.3 miles from McCrory, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 36m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 56m. Total distance: 266.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive is heavily focused on highways, with a 98% highway share, so expect long stretches of consistent speed. You'll spend most of your time on I 40 and I 49, which are designed for efficient travel. The longest uninterrupted segment is 113.9 miles on I 40, so be prepared for extended periods of driving without needing to exit. This profile suggests a consistent and predictable road experience, ideal for maintaining a steady pace for the nearly 5-hour journey.
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.
I 40 is the longest continuous segment at about 113.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and US 64. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 50.3 miles in near US 64.
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 266.7 miles you will encounter 13 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 50.3 miles (US 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 50.7 miles (US 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 244.3 miles (I 49; US 62; US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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50.3 mi into trip|~1h 2m in|US 64
Take the exit onto US 64 toward US 64 West, I 57 Business North: Beebe, Conway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 64 West, I 57 Business North: Beebe,...
5
50.7 mi into trip|~1h 3m in|US 64
Keep slight right at fork onto US 64 toward US 64 West: Conway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 64 West: Conway
6
244.3 mi into trip|~4h 28m 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
263.6 mi into trip|~4h 49m 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...
6
264.9 mi into trip|~4h 51m 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 McCrory, AR to Bentonville, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Conway along the way.
Conway
50.3 mi in|~1h 2m|via US 64
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 40
113.9 mi
1h 53m
US 64
82.4 mi
1h 43m
I 49
65.6 mi
1h 8m
Southeast 14th Street
1.1 mi
2m
Southeast J Street
1 mi
2m
Edmonds Avenue
0.9 mi
1m
East Central Avenue
0.7 mi
2m
US 62
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 113.9 mi, about 1h 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between McCrory, AR and Bentonville, AR.
1
Start on AR 145
0.9 mi·1 min·Edmonds Avenue
2
Turn left onto US 64; AR 17
22 mi·33 min·US 64; AR 17
3
Take the exit onto US 64
27 mi·27 min·US 64
4
Take the exit onto US 64
0.4 mi·49 sec·US 64
Toward US 64 West, I 57 Business North: Beebe, Conway
5
Keep slight right at fork onto US 64
33 mi·41 min·US 64
Toward US 64 West: Conway
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi·57 sec
7
Merge onto I 40; US 65
114 mi·1 hr 53 min·I 40; US 65
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
Given the 4-hour 56-minute estimated drive time, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. Departing in the morning will give you ample time to reach Bentonville with daylight to spare. While there's only one recommended stop, you'll want to plan your fuel and rest breaks strategically, especially considering the 113.9-mile stretch on I 40. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach the longer segments to ensure you don't need to deviate from your planned path. The $40 fuel cost estimate is helpful for budgeting, but always check current prices.
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 133.3 miles from McCrory, AR, or about 2h 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 113.9 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 59 miles or 1h 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 133.3 miles or 2h 36m 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 2m
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 McCrory, 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 McCrory, AR
This is one driving day of about 266.7 miles and 4h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 59 miles from McCrory, 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 113.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 133.3 mi from McCrory, AR
· 2h 36m into the drive
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
80
0
$28.00
$12.80
Efficient EV
66.7
0
$23.34
$10.67
EV Truck/SUV
106.7
1
$37.34
$17.07
Gas CO2
93 kg
EV CO2
31 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 15, 2026
Origin
McCrory, AR
Morning
in McCrory on Saturday
Local time
7:50 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Bentonville, AR
Morning
in Bentonville on Saturday
Local time
7:50 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
79°F
Delaware, AR
133 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
5 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
4h 56m 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 McCrory, AR to Bentonville, AR covers 266.7 miles and takes about 4h 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, US 64, 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 133.3 miles from McCrory, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $40.28 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 266.7 miles you will encounter 13 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 50.3 miles (US 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 50.7 miles (US 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 244.3 miles (I 49; US 62; US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from McCrory, AR to Bentonville, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Conway along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
