Origin
Springdale, AR
Afternoon in Springdale on Sunday
Local time
4:42 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Springdale, AR to Bentonville, AR
Drive Time
27m
Distance
19.1 mi
31 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 25m
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6 AM
0h 27m
8 AM
0h 32m
10 AM
0h 29m
12 PM
0h 29m
3 PM
0h 29m
5 PM
0h 32m
8 PM
0h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Springdale, AR
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Bentonville, AR
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip between Springdale and Bentonville, you are looking at a quick 19.1-mile transit through the heart of Northwest Arkansas. This short journey takes approximately 27 minutes to complete, making it an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will navigate primarily via East Johnson Avenue, Spring Street, and East Huntsville Avenue rather than relying on major interstates. With a fuel budget of just $3, this is an incredibly economical drive for any traveler. Since both cities are located within the Southeast region of Arkansas, you will experience a consistent cultural and geographic feel throughout the entire route.
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
9.5 miles from Springdale, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 13m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate grind, this 19.1-mile path features zero highway miles, meaning you will navigate surface streets for the duration of your trip. There is no long, uninterrupted stretch to settle into, as the route is defined by consistent turns rather than long straightaways. You should prepare for a driving experience that feels more like navigating local infrastructure than cruising down a highway. Because the longest stretch is 0 miles on East Johnson Avenue, the drive remains active and engaging from start to finish.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Johnson Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Springdale, AR to Bentonville, AR is easy. At 27m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Springdale, AR to Bentonville, AR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Johnson Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Spring Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Huntsville Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Thompson Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Thompson Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Bloomington Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Monroe Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 62 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
East Johnson Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springdale, AR and Bentonville, AR.
1
Start on North Commercial Street
118 ft
·
7 sec
·
North Commercial Street
2
Turn right onto East Johnson Avenue
387 ft
·
15 sec
·
East Johnson Avenue
3
Turn right onto Spring Street
0.1 mi
·
37 sec
·
Spring Street
4
Turn left onto East Huntsville Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Huntsville Avenue
5
Turn right onto North Thompson Street
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
North Thompson Street
6
Continue on North Thompson Road
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
North Thompson Road
7
Continue on South Bloomington Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Bloomington Street
8
Turn left onto West Monroe Avenue
0.6 mi
·
57 sec
·
West Monroe Avenue
9
Take the ramp slight right
0.4 mi
·
27 sec
10
Merge slight left
7.3 mi
·
7 min
11
Take the exit slight right toward US 62 East, AR 12 East, AR 102 West: Southeast 14th Street, Hudson Road
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
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US 62 East, AR 12 East, AR 102 West: Southeast 14th Street, Hudson Road
12
Turn left onto Southeast 14th Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeast 14th Street
13
Turn right onto Southeast J Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeast J Street
14
Turn left onto East Central Avenue
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
East Central Avenue
15
Turn right onto North Main Street
187 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Main Street
16
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this 27-minute trip is so brief, you have the advantage of total flexibility in your departure time. You do not need to worry about planning for rest stops, as the entire route can be completed in a single, efficient push. Given the turn-heavy nature of the roads, keep your navigation tools handy and stay alert for frequent turns onto Spring Street or East Huntsville Avenue. Budgeting $3 for fuel is more than sufficient for this distance, allowing you to focus your resources on your destination. A helpful tip for this specific route is to account for potential local traffic congestion, as your entire journey takes place on busy city streets rather than high-speed thoroughfares.
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 9.5 miles from Springdale, AR, or about 13m into the drive.
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 19.1 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 9.5 miles or 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 23m
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 Springdale, 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 Springdale, AR
This is one driving day of about 19.1 miles and 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Springdale, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 9.5 mi from Springdale, AR · 13m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
10 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 19.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 9.5 miles from Springdale, 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
$2.92 one way
$5.84 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $3.20 | $6.41 |
| premium | $4.61 | $3.47 | $6.93 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $4.24 | $8.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.7 | 0 | $2.01 | $0.92 |
| Efficient EV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.67 | $0.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.67 | $1.22 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
4:42 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
27m 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 Springdale, AR to Bentonville, AR covers 19.1 miles and takes about 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Johnson Avenue, Spring Street, East Huntsville Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 9.5 miles from Springdale, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.92 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.
The drive from Springdale, AR to Bentonville, AR is easy. At 27m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Springdale, AR to Bentonville, AR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Springdale, AR to Bentonville, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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