Origin
Tennessee, AR
Afternoon in Tennessee on Sunday
Local time
3:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tennessee, AR to Bella Vista, AR
Drive Time
5h 35m
Distance
311.8 mi
502 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$48
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 23m
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6 AM
5h 36m
8 AM
6h 2m
10 AM
5h 45m
12 PM
5h 43m
3 PM
5h 47m
5 PM
6h 1m
8 PM
5h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bella Vista, AR
Israyosoy S.
Trip Overview
Spanning 312.3 miles across Arkansas, your journey from Tennessee to Bella Vista is a significant trek that typically requires 4 hours and 47 minutes of pure driving time. Because this route relies on local highways like Highway 11 and Highway 530 rather than a high-speed interstate corridor, it is best approached as a full-day commitment. You should budget approximately $48 for fuel to complete the trip comfortably. While it is technically possible to complete this in a single day, the turn-heavy nature of the roads means you will want to account for at least one planned stop to stretch your legs. This drive stays entirely within the state of Arkansas, keeping you within the Southeast region for the duration of your travel.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
155.9 miles from Tennessee, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 50m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a very different experience than a standard interstate cruise, as this route features zero highway-share segments, meaning you will be navigating local roads for the entire 312.3-mile distance. The personality of this drive is decidedly turn-heavy, requiring your full attention as you transition between Highway 11, Highway 530, and I-530 North. Because you are avoiding major interstates, you will face a more technical driving environment that demands patience behind the wheel. The absence of long, monotonous stretches makes the trip feel more involved and interactive. Plan for a steady, rhythmic pace rather than high-speed cruising, as the local road profile defines the character of this Arkansas trek.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 65 is the longest continuous segment at about 141 miles.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,655 ft
230 ft
Total Climb
1,492 ft
Total Descent
520 ft
Highest Point
1,655 ft
~259.9 mi in
Elevation Range
1,425 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 65 and I 49. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 43.9 miles in.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 311.8 miles you will encounter 16 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: at 43.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 92.4 miles (US 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 92.7 miles (US 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
43.9 mi into trip
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~54m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 530 North, US 65 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 530 North, US 65 North
7
92.4 mi into trip
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~1h 45m in
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US 65
Keep slight left at fork onto US 65 toward I 40 West, US 65 North, AR 107 North: Conway, Fort Smith
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 143A
Toward I 40 West, US 65 North, AR 107 North: Co...
6
92.7 mi into trip
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~1h 46m in
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US 65
Keep slight left at fork onto US 65
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
280.1 mi into trip
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~4h 56m 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
305.1 mi into trip
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~5h 23m in
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US 71
Take the exit onto US 71
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 91
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Tennessee, AR to Bella Vista, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Smith along the way.
Fort Smith
92.4 mi in
|
~1h 45m
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via US 65
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 65 | 141 mi | 2h 22m |
| I 49 | 71.3 mi | 1h 14m |
| Wiley A Branton Sr Highway | 26.9 mi | 28m |
| Highway 530 | 23.4 mi | 27m |
| I 530 | 16.8 mi | 16m |
| US 425 | 15.8 mi | 20m |
| US 71 | 4.8 mi | 7m |
| I 30 | 4.2 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
US 65
— 141 mi, about 2h 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tennessee, AR and Bella Vista, AR.
1
Start on Tennessee Spur Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Tennessee Spur Road
2
Turn right onto US 278
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
US 278
3
Turn left onto US 425
16 mi
·
20 min
·
US 425
4
Turn left onto AR 11
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Highway 11
5
Turn right onto AR 530
23 mi
·
27 min
·
Highway 530
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 530 North, US 65 North
7
Merge onto I 530; US 63; US 65; US 79
27 mi
·
28 min
·
Wiley A Branton Sr Highway
8
Continue on I 530; US 65
17 mi
·
16 min
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I 530; US 65
9
Continue on I 30; US 65; US 67; US 167
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
I 30; US 65; US 67; US 167
10
Keep slight left at fork onto US 65
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
US 65
Exit 143A
Toward I 40 West, US 65 North, AR 107 North: Conway, Fort Smith
11
Keep slight left at fork onto US 65
141 mi
·
2 hr 22 min
·
US 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
13
Continue on I 49
46 mi
·
47 min
·
I 49
Use the slight right lane.
14
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.
15
Continue on I 49; US 71
5.7 mi
·
6 min
·
I 49; US 71
16
Take the exit onto US 71
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
US 71
Exit 91
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Keep slight right at fork onto US 71
4.6 mi
·
7 min
·
US 71
Use the right lane.
18
Turn slight right
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward Lancashire Boulevard
19
Turn left onto AR 340
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Lancashire Boulevard
20
Turn right onto Cooper Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Cooper Road
21
Turn left onto Billingsley Drive
205 ft
·
11 sec
·
Billingsley Drive
22
Turn left onto Hartsfield Lane
305 ft
·
13 sec
·
Hartsfield Lane
23
Arrive at destination
Hartsfield Lane
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 4 hour and 47 minute drive, aim to depart early in the morning to beat local congestion and ensure you reach Bella Vista with plenty of daylight. Since you will be navigating turn-heavy local roads, prioritize your comfort by scheduling at least one meaningful stop to break up the monotony of the winding pavement. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as the $48 estimate assumes steady driving; unexpected detours or idling on local roads could increase your consumption. Given the route's design, take advantage of the flexibility that comes with a local-road trip by being prepared to adjust your speed based on changing road conditions. A concrete tip for this specific route is to double-check your navigation system frequently, as the transition between Highway 11 and Highway 530 involves multiple directional changes that are easy to miss.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 155.9 miles from Tennessee, AR, or about 2h 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 141 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 80 miles or 1h 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 155.9 miles or 2h 50m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bella Vista, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Tennessee, 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 Tennessee, AR
This is one driving day of about 311.8 miles and 5h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Tennessee, 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 US 65 for about 141 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 155.9 mi from Tennessee, AR · 2h 50m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
156 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 155.9 miles from Tennessee, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 65 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 141 miles.
Arriving in Bella Vista, AR
The final approach into Bella Vista, 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 Bella Vista, AR.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$47.67 one way
$95.33 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
109 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $52.28 | $104.56 |
| premium | $4.61 | $56.59 | $113.18 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $69.27 | $138.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$48
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$73–$98
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 109.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $33 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 93.5 | 1 | $32.74 | $14.97 |
| Efficient EV | 78 | 0 | $27.28 | $12.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 124.7 | 1 | $43.65 | $19.96 |
Gas CO2
109 kg
EV CO2
36 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Bella Vista, AR
Afternoon in Bella Vista on Sunday
Local time
3:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
59°F
Haskell, AR
156 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
10 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
5h 35m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Tennessee, AR to Bella Vista, AR covers 311.8 miles and takes about 5h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 65, I 49, Wiley A Branton Sr Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 155.9 miles from Tennessee, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $47.67 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 311.8 miles you will encounter 16 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 43.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 92.4 miles (US 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 92.7 miles (US 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Tennessee, AR to Bella Vista, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Smith along the way.
Gently rolling terrain. The route ranges from 230 ft to 1,655 ft elevation with about 1,492 ft of total climbing.
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