Origin
Wooster, AR
Morning in Wooster on Saturday
Local time
7:06 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Wooster, 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
3h 18m
Distance
186.5 mi
300 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 6m
★
6 AM
3h 18m
8 AM
3h 42m
10 AM
3h 27m
12 PM
3h 24m
3 PM
3h 28m
5 PM
3h 41m
8 PM
3h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wooster, AR
Tom Fisk
Bentonville, AR
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Trip Overview
Wooster, AR to Bentonville, AR is 186.5 miles and takes about 3h 18m via I 40 and I 49, with a fuel budget near $28 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Arkansas, connecting the Southeast region from one point to another. It's a straightforward, highway-focused journey ideal for a single-day drive. You'll spend most of your time on major interstates, making it an efficient way to cover the distance. Consider this route if you prioritize reaching your destination quickly and with minimal fuss.
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
93.3 miles from Wooster, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 38m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 18m. Total distance: 186.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 95% of your travel on major interstates like I 40 and I 49. Expect long, uninterrupted stretches, including one section of 110.7 miles on I 40. The character of the drive is largely about covering ground efficiently on well-maintained highways. While Patton Road offers a brief alternative, the majority of your experience will be on the interstate, offering a consistent and predictable driving experience.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 40 is the longest continuous segment at about 110.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and I 49. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 117.4 miles in.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 18m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 117.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 164.1 miles (I 49; US 62; US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 183.4 miles (US 62; AR 12): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
117.4 mi into trip
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~2h 2m in
Take the exit toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
6
164.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 50m in
|
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.
5
183.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 11m in
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US 62; AR 12
Take the exit onto US 62; AR 12 toward US 62 East, AR 12 East, AR 102 West: Southeast 14th Street, Hudson Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 62 East, AR 12 East, AR 102 West: Sou...
6
184.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 13m in
|
Southeast J Street
Turn right onto Southeast J Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
185.8 mi into trip
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~3h 15m in
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East Central Avenue
Turn left onto East Central Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 110.7 mi | 1h 50m |
| I 49 | 65.6 mi | 1h 8m |
| Patton Road | 6.3 mi | 10m |
| Southeast 14th Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Southeast J Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| East Central Avenue | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| US 62 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 110.7 mi, about 1h 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wooster, AR and Bentonville, AR.
1
Start on AR 285
39 ft
·
0 sec
·
Robinson Road
2
Continue on AR 25
6.3 mi
·
10 min
·
Patton Road
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
4
Merge onto I 40
111 mi
·
1 hr 50 min
·
I 40
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
6
Continue on I 49
46 mi
·
47 min
·
I 49
Use the slight right lane.
7
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.
8
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
9
Turn left onto AR 12; US 62
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeast 14th Street
10
Turn right onto Southeast J Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeast J Street
Use the left lane.
11
Turn left onto East Central Avenue
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
East Central Avenue
Use the left lane.
12
Turn right onto North Main Street
185 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Main Street
13
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
Trip Plan
Given this is a 1-day drive covering 186.5 miles and taking just over 3 hours, you have plenty of flexibility. Leaving Wooster in the morning allows ample time to reach Bentonville comfortably. With 95% of the route on highways and a longest stretch of 110.7 miles on I 40, plan your fuel stop strategically. The estimated fuel cost is around $28, so ensure your tank is adequately filled before departing Wooster or at a major junction along I 40 to avoid any last-minute detours for gas.
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 93.3 miles from Wooster, AR, or about 1h 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 110.7 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 41 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 93.3 miles or 1h 38m 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 38m
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 Wooster, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Wooster, AR
This is one driving day of about 186.5 miles and 3h 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 miles from Wooster, 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 I 40 for about 110.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 93.3 mi from Wooster, AR · 1h 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
93 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 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 93.3 miles from Wooster, 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 110.7 miles.
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.
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
$28.17 one way
$56.33 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
65 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $30.92 | $61.84 |
| premium | $4.56 | $33.47 | $66.95 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $41.18 | $82.35 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 65.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 55.9 | 0 | $19.58 | $8.95 |
| Efficient EV | 46.6 | 0 | $16.32 | $7.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 74.6 | 0 | $26.11 | $11.94 |
Gas CO2
65 kg
EV CO2
22 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Bentonville, AR
Morning in Bentonville on Saturday
Local time
7:06 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
75°F
Ozark, AR
93 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
4 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 18m 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 Wooster, AR to Bentonville, AR covers 186.5 miles and takes about 3h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, I 49, Patton Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 93.3 miles from Wooster, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $28.17 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 18m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 117.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 164.1 miles (I 49; US 62; US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 183.4 miles (US 62; AR 12): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Wooster, 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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