Road Trips from Benton, AR
Benton, AR is a solid launchpad for exploring Arkansas. You've got options ranging from quick hops to nearby towns like Bryant, perfect for a few hours out, to longer excursions like the 4-hour drive to Bella Vista. Most routes stick to highways, making for straightforward travel, and many lead to areas with access to Hot Springs National Park. Consider Benton if you're looking for accessible day trips with a park nearby or longer hauls into the state's rolling terrain.
Total Routes
12
Shortest
0.2h
With Parks Nearby
8
Under 2 hours
6 total in this range
Camden, AR
1h 57m88.9 mi one way
This 88.9-mile trip to Camden takes about 2 hours and scores a 9 for its drive profile, which mixes highway and surface roads. It's a longer option than the Fordyce drive, offering a different route through the state.
Fordyce, AR
1h 18m58.1 mi one way
At 58.1 miles and just 1.3 hours, Fordyce is a quick drive from Benton with a high drive score of 9. It’s a shorter option than heading to Camden, providing a straightforward trip.
Bryant, AR
12m8.6 mi one way
This is your closest option at 8.6 miles and only 20 minutes, with a good drive score of 8. Unlike many other nearby spots, Bryant offers direct access to parks, specifically Hot Springs National Park.
Conway, AR
55m48.4 mi one way
Conway is 48.4 miles away, a drive of under an hour, with a drive score of 6. This route also provides access to Hot Springs National Park, similar to other longer trips.
Hot Springs, AR
39m30.5 mi one way
Just 30.5 miles and under an hour's drive, this route scores a 6. Crucially, it puts you right at Hot Springs National Park, a significant perk not offered by closer destinations like Bryant.
Full-day getaway
Tennessee, AR
2h 5m109.8 mi one way
This 109.8-mile trip to Tennessee, AR takes over 2 hours with a solid drive score of 8. It's one of the longer options from Benton and includes access to Hot Springs National Park.
Barling, AR
3h 8m179.3 mi one way
Covering 179.3 miles and taking over 3 hours, this drive scores an 8. It's a substantial trip and, like many longer routes, offers proximity to Hot Springs National Park.
Brookland, AR
3h161.3 mi one way
This 161.3-mile journey to Brookland takes approximately 3 hours, earning a drive score of 8. It's a longer haul that provides access to Hot Springs National Park.
Alma, AR
2h 47m161.6 mi one way
At 161.6 miles and 2.8 hours, this drive scores an 8. It's a significant distance, and like many of the longer routes, it provides nearby access to Hot Springs National Park.
Fort Smith, AR
3h 2m174.7 mi one way
This 174.7-mile trip to Fort Smith takes around 3 hours and scores an 8. Unlike many other longer destinations, this route does not list nearby parks.
Weekend trip
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Bella Vista, AR
4h 13m239.7 mi one way
Tennessee, AR
2h 5m109.8 mi one way
Camden, AR
1h 57m88.9 mi one way
Fordyce, AR
1h 18m58.1 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Spring offers opportunities for exploring the terrain and visiting nearby Hot Springs National Park on drives like the one to Bella Vista.
Summer
Summer road trips benefit from the mostly highway profiles, with many routes offering access to Hot Springs National Park.
Fall
Autumn drives are enhanced by the potential for park visits, with Hot Springs National Park accessible from many longer routes.
Winter
Winter travel is facilitated by the highway-centric routes, and Hot Springs National Park remains accessible from numerous destinations.
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