The drive from Paris, AR to Benton, AR covers 131.2 miles and takes about 2h 38m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 40, Arkansas 22, I 430 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 62.7 miles on I 40.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.45 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
65.6 miles from Paris, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 28m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 38m. Total distance: 131.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
This is a 2h 38m highway drive covering 131.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 40 and Arkansas 22. The longest continuous stretch is about 62.7 miles on I 40.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 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 62.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and Arkansas 22. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 41.2 miles in near AR 331.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 38m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 41.2 miles (AR 331): Lane positioning matters here; at 41.5 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 104.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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
41.2 mi into trip|~1h 3m in|AR 331
Turn left onto AR 331
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
41.5 mi into trip|~1h 3m in
Take the ramp toward I-40
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Exit 84
Toward I-40
6
104.4 mi into trip|~2h 7m in
Take the exit toward I 430: Texarkana
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 430: Texarkana
8
117.3 mi into trip|~2h 22m in|US 70
Keep slight right at fork onto US 70 toward I 30 West: Texarkana
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 129B
Toward I 30 West: Texarkana
5
129.3 mi into trip|~2h 35m in
Take the exit toward AR 5, AR 35: Benton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward AR 5, AR 35: Benton
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 40
62.7 mi
1h 2m
Arkansas 22
31.1 mi
46m
I 430
12.3 mi
14m
US 70
12.1 mi
13m
Union Street
4.9 mi
5m
East Walnut Street
3 mi
7m
East Main Street
2.3 mi
3m
AR 35
1.1 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 62.7 mi, about 1h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Paris, AR and Benton, AR.
1
Start on AR 309
34 ft·5 sec·South Elm Street
2
Turn right onto AR 22
3.0 mi·7 min·East Walnut Street
3
Continue on AR 22
31 mi·46 min·Arkansas 22
4
Turn left onto AR 7
4.9 mi·5 min·Union Street
5
Turn right onto US 64
2.3 mi·3 min·East Main Street
6
Turn left onto AR 331
0.3 mi·28 sec·AR 331
Use the left lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·33 sec
Exit 84Toward I-40
8
Merge onto I 40
63 mi·1 hr 2 min·I 40
9
Take the exit
0.5 mi·41 sec
Toward I 430: TexarkanaUse the slight right lane.
10
Continue on I 430
12 mi·14 min·I 430
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 70
12 mi·13 min·US 70
Exit 129BToward I 30 West: TexarkanaUse the slight right lane.
12
Take the exit
0.1 mi·12 sec
Toward AR 5, AR 35: Benton
13
Turn straight onto AR 5
0.4 mi·37 sec·I-30 Frontage Road
14
Turn slight right onto AR 5
0.2 mi·28 sec·Old Hot Springs Highway
15
Turn left onto AR 35
1.1 mi·1 min·AR 35
16
Turn right onto East Sevier Street
383 ft·14 sec·East Sevier Street
17
Turn right onto North Main Street
14 ft·0 sec·North Main Street
18
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 65.6 miles from Paris, AR, or about 1h 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 62.7 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 29 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 65.6 miles or 1h 28m 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 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Benton, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Paris, 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 Paris, AR
This is one driving day of about 131.2 miles and 2h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Paris, 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 62.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 65.6 mi from Paris, AR
· 1h 28m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Hot Springs National Park
National Park
Hot Springs National Park has a rich cultural past. The grand architecture of our historic bathhouses is equally matched by the natural curiosities that have been drawing people here for hundreds of y...
27 mi from route
~68 min detour
Free
near mile 131.2
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
39.4
0
$13.78
$6.30
Efficient EV
32.8
0
$11.48
$5.25
EV Truck/SUV
52.5
0
$18.37
$8.40
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
15 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Paris, AR
Morning
in Paris on Friday
Local time
11:48 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Benton, AR
Morning
in Benton on Friday
Local time
11:48 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 38m 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 Paris, AR to Benton, AR covers 131.2 miles and takes about 2h 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, Arkansas 22, I 430. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 65.6 miles from Paris, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.81 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 2h 38m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 41.2 miles (AR 331): Lane positioning matters here; at 41.5 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 104.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Paris, AR to Benton, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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.
