Origin
Rogers, AR
Afternoon in Rogers on Sunday
Local time
3:43 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rogers, AR to Bentonville, AR
Drive Time
15m
Distance
7.9 mi
13 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 14m
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6 AM
0h 16m
8 AM
0h 18m
10 AM
0h 17m
12 PM
0h 16m
3 PM
0h 17m
5 PM
0h 18m
8 PM
0h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rogers, AR
Md Jawadur Rahman
Bentonville, AR
Tima Miroshnichenko
Trip Overview
Connecting Rogers and Bentonville is a quick, straightforward journey that spans just 7.9 miles. You can comfortably complete this trip in about 15 minutes, making it an ideal day trip or even a simple commute between these two Arkansas cities. Because the drive is so short, you will not need to worry about overnight logistics or heavy travel fatigue. With a fuel budget of only $1, this is an incredibly economical route to navigate. Both cities reside within the Southeast region, ensuring a familiar feel as you travel between them. It is a practical and efficient way to move through Northwest Arkansas without spending significant time behind the wheel.
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
4 miles from Rogers, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 7m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience as you transition between urban and local settings. The route relies on a combination of AR 12, South 2nd Street, and Southeast 14th Street to get you to your destination. With highway travel accounting for 33% of the trip, you will encounter a brief shift in pace compared to the local roads. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs during a 2.6-mile segment on AR 12, which provides the most consistent driving portion of the journey. The road feels functional and direct, lacking the complexities of a long-haul interstate trek.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
AR 12 is the longest continuous segment at about 2.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near South 2nd Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 15m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (South 2nd Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (AR 12; US 62; AR 94 / West Hudson Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.1 miles (Southeast J Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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South 2nd Street
Turn left onto South 2nd Street
Navigation decision point
6
1.6 mi into trip
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~3m in
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AR 12; US 62; AR 94 / West Hudson Road
Turn left onto AR 12; US 62; AR 94 / West Hudson Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
6.1 mi into trip
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~11m in
|
Southeast J Street
Turn right onto Southeast J Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
7.2 mi into trip
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~13m in
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East Central Avenue
Turn left onto East Central Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
7.9 mi into trip
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~15m in
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North Main Street
Turn right onto North Main Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| AR 12 | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| South 2nd Street | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Southeast 14th Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Southeast J Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| East Central Avenue | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| West Hudson Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| West Elm Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
AR 12
— 2.6 mi, about 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rogers, AR and Bentonville, AR.
1
Start on West Elm Street
288 ft
·
15 sec
·
West Elm Street
2
Turn left onto South 2nd Street
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
South 2nd Street
3
Turn left onto AR 12; US 62; AR 94
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
West Hudson Road
Use the left lane.
4
Turn slight right onto AR 12; US 62
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
AR 12; US 62
5
Continue on AR 12; US 62
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeast 14th Street
Use the none lane.
6
Turn right onto Southeast J Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeast J Street
Use the none lane.
7
Turn left onto East Central Avenue
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
East Central Avenue
Use the left lane.
8
Turn right onto North Main Street
185 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Main Street
9
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
Trip Plan
Since the entire trip takes only 15 minutes, you have maximum flexibility regarding your departure time. You do not need to worry about scheduling rest stops, as the distance is short enough to drive straight through without a break. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, though $1 should cover your needs for this brief jaunt. Because you are navigating a mix of city streets and state highways, stay alert for changing speed limits as you move from AR 12 onto local roads like Southeast 14th Street. Use this short travel time to your advantage by planning your arrival in Bentonville around your specific interests rather than worrying about road fatigue.
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 4 miles from Rogers, AR, or about 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 2.6 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 7.9 miles or 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4 miles or 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 12m
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 Rogers, 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 Rogers, AR
This is one driving day of about 7.9 miles and 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Rogers, 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 AR 12 for about 2.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4 mi from Rogers, AR · 7m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
4 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 7.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4 miles from Rogers, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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
$1.21 one way
$2.42 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $1.32 | $2.65 |
| premium | $4.61 | $1.43 | $2.87 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $1.76 | $3.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.4 | 0 | $0.83 | $0.38 |
| Efficient EV | 2 | 0 | $0.69 | $0.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.2 | 0 | $1.11 | $0.51 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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.
Destination
Bentonville, AR
Afternoon in Bentonville on Sunday
Local time
3:43 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°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
21 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
15m 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 Rogers, AR to Bentonville, AR covers 7.9 miles and takes about 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are AR 12, South 2nd Street, Southeast 14th Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4 miles from Rogers, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.21 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 15m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (South 2nd Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (AR 12; US 62; AR 94 / West Hudson Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.1 miles (Southeast J Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Rogers, AR to Bentonville, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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