Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 32m
Distance
142 mi
228 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Russellville, AR
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Centerton, AR
Tima Miroshnichenko
Russellville, AR to Centerton, AR is 142 miles and takes about 2 hours 32 minutes via I 40 and I 49, with a fuel budget near $21 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive primarily stays within Arkansas, taking you from the Southeast region to the Southeast region. Given its highway focus and manageable distance, this trip is well-suited for a single-day excursion. You'll spend most of your time on major interstates, making for a straightforward journey. Consider this route if you're looking for an efficient way to cover ground within the state.
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
71 miles from Russellville, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 14m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 32m. Total distance: 142 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
This is a highway-focused drive, with 91% of the journey taking place on interstates like I 40 and I 49. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 64.8 miles on I 40, offering a consistent pace. The route is characterized by its efficiency, allowing for steady progress across Arkansas. While primarily interstate, the final leg may involve local roads as you approach Centerton, indicated by the inclusion of West Main Street in the primary road list.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and I 49. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 64 / West Main Street.
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 142 miles you will encounter 11 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: near the start (US 64 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.9 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 116.8 miles (I 49; US 62; US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto US 64 / West Main Street
Navigation decision point
Take the ramp toward I-40
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Keep slight left at fork onto I 49; US 62; US 71
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Bentonville, Rogers
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward Bentonville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Russellville, AR and Centerton, AR, road signs point toward Bentonville and Rogers.
Bentonville
Rogers
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 64.8 mi | 1h 4m |
| I 49 | 64.1 mi | 1h 6m |
| West Main Street | 4.6 mi | 7m |
| Southwest 14th Street | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| East Centerton Boulevard | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| South Walton Boulevard | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Southeast Walton Boulevard | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Mission Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Russellville, AR and Centerton, AR.
Start on AR 7
Turn right onto US 64
Continue on US 64
Turn right onto Mission Road
Continue on Lakewood Drive
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 40
Take the exit
Continue on I 49
Keep slight left at fork onto I 49; US 62; US 71
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Turn straight onto AR 12
Continue on South Walton Boulevard
Turn left onto AR 102
Continue on AR 102
Turn right onto AR 102B
Turn left onto West Spring Street
Arrive at destination
With a drive time of just over 2.5 hours, this route offers flexibility for departure. Leaving in the morning will allow you ample time to reach your destination with daylight to spare. The longest stretch without a major change in direction is 64.8 miles on I 40, so plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly before you hit that segment. Given the relatively short duration, you can easily complete this trip in one day without feeling rushed. Consider packing snacks and drinks, as the focus on interstates means fewer immediate services directly on the highway itself.
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.
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 31 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 71 miles or 1h 14m 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 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Centerton, AR than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Russellville, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Russellville, AR
This is one driving day of about 142 miles and 2h 32m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 71 mi from Russellville, AR · 1h 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
71 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.
A short stop after about 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 71 miles from Russellville, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 64.8 miles.
The final approach into Centerton, 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 Centerton, AR.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$21.45 one way
$42.89 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $23.54 | $47.08 |
| premium | $4.56 | $25.49 | $50.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $31.35 | $62.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 49.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 42.6 | 0 | $14.91 | $6.82 |
| Efficient EV | 35.5 | 0 | $12.42 | $5.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 56.8 | 0 | $19.88 | $9.09 |
Gas CO2
50 kg
EV CO2
17 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Russellville on Friday
Local time
10:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Night in Centerton on Friday
Local time
10:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
75°F
Alma, AR
71 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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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