Origin
Prairie Grove, AR
Morning in Prairie Grove on Saturday
Local time
10:26 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Prairie Grove, AR to Bentonville, AR
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
49m
Distance
36.4 mi
59 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Good
6 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 45m
★
6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 57m
10 AM
0h 52m
12 PM
0h 51m
3 PM
0h 53m
5 PM
0h 57m
8 PM
0h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Prairie Grove, AR
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Bentonville, AR
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Trip Overview
This quick 36.4-mile drive from Prairie Grove to Bentonville, Arkansas, is easily manageable in under an hour, making it a perfect day trip. You'll primarily be on I-49 and the Fulbright Expressway, with about 82% of the journey on highways. Given the short distance and minimal duration, it's ideal for a single-day excursion, and the estimated fuel cost is a modest $6. This route stays within the Southeast region of Arkansas, offering a straightforward and efficient connection between these two communities. You won't need to worry about overnight stays, allowing for maximum flexibility in your schedule.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 49m. Total distance: 36.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for most of this trip, with 82% of the route utilizing major roadways like I-49 and the Fulbright Expressway. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 19.3 miles on I-49, allowing for a good pace. While the majority of the drive is on these faster roads, the inclusion of East Heritage Parkway adds a slight variation. Overall, the character is one of efficient travel, designed for getting you to your destination with minimal fuss.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 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 19.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 49 and East Heritage Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Mock Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 36.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 49m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Mock Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (East Parks Street): Navigation decision point; at 9.7 miles (US 62; AR 16 / South Futrall Drive): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North Mock Street
Turn left onto North Mock Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Parks Street
Turn right onto East Parks Street
Navigation decision point
6
9.7 mi into trip
|
~16m in
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US 62; AR 16 / South Futrall Drive
Turn left onto US 62; AR 16 / South Futrall Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
14 mi into trip
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~21m 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.
6
34.7 mi into trip
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~44m in
|
Southeast J Street
Turn right onto Southeast J Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 49 | 19.3 mi | 20m |
| East Heritage Parkway | 6.4 mi | 9m |
| Fulbright Expressway | 3.8 mi | 4m |
| West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Southeast 14th Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Southeast J Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| East Douglas Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| East Central Avenue | 0.7 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 49
— 19.3 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Prairie Grove, AR and Bentonville, AR.
1
Start on West Mock Drive
117 ft
·
10 sec
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West Mock Drive
2
Turn left onto North Mock Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
North Mock Street
3
Turn right onto East Parks Street
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
East Parks Street
4
Turn left onto North Pittman Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
North Pittman Street
5
Continue on East Douglas Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East Douglas Street
6
Turn left onto US 62
6.4 mi
·
9 min
·
East Heritage Parkway
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on US 62
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Turn left onto US 62; AR 16
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
South Futrall Drive
Use the left lane.
9
Take the ramp onto US 62; AR 16
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
US 62; AR 16
Use the slight left lane.
10
Merge onto I 49; US 62; US 71; AR 16
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Fulbright Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
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.
12
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
13
Turn left onto AR 12; US 62
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeast 14th Street
14
Turn right onto Southeast J Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeast J Street
Use the left lane.
15
Turn left onto East Central Avenue
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
East Central Avenue
Use the left lane.
16
Turn right onto North Main Street
185 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Main Street
17
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.2 mi from Prairie Grove, AR · 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.2 miles from Prairie Grove, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bentonville, AR
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Bentonville, AR if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.50 one way
$10.99 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $6.03 | $12.07 |
| premium | $4.56 | $6.53 | $13.07 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.04 | $16.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.82 | $1.75 |
| Efficient EV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.18 | $1.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.10 | $2.33 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Morning in Bentonville on Saturday
Local time
10:26 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
72°F
Fayetteville, AR
18 mi in
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
49m 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 Prairie Grove, AR to Bentonville, AR covers 36.4 miles and takes about 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 49, East Heritage Parkway, Fulbright Expressway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.2 miles from Prairie Grove, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.50 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 short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 36.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 49m.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Mock Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (East Parks Street): Navigation decision point; at 9.7 miles (US 62; AR 16 / South Futrall Drive): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Prairie Grove, AR to Bentonville, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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