Road Trips from Bentonville, AR
Bentonville sets you up for a variety of day trips and short excursions across Arkansas. You have options ranging from under 3 hours for a quick escape to longer hauls over 5 hours for a more substantial journey. Most routes feature gently rolling terrain and are primarily highway, making for efficient travel. All the listed destinations have parks, so you can easily incorporate nature stops, whether you're looking for a quick half-day drive or a full day out.
Total Routes
29
Shortest
2.3h
With Parks Nearby
11
Full-day getaway
9 total in this range
Mountain View, AR
3h 51m167.8 mi one way
This 3.9-hour trip to Mountain View offers a different terrain profile with gently rolling hills, distinguishing it from flatter options. Its 167.8 miles are a good mid-range distance, and the drive score of 9 suggests a more engaging route. With parks available, it's a solid choice for a day trip focused on varied scenery.
Gravel Ridge, AR
3h 52m218.3 mi one way
If you prefer mostly highway driving, Gravel Ridge is a good pick at 3.9 hours and 218.3 miles. It has a drive score of 8 and includes parks, fitting well for a day trip. The terrain here is gently rolling.
London, AR
2h 18m131.2 mi one way
For the shortest drive time on this list, head to London in just 2.3 hours. Covering 131.2 miles, this route uses mostly highway and scores an 8 for its drive quality. It includes parks, making it a convenient day trip option with gently rolling terrain.
Mayflower, AR
3h 21m193.4 mi one way
Alexander, AR
3h 51m220.6 mi one way
Weekend trip
20 total in this range
North Crossett, AR
6h 9m340.4 mi one way
For the longest drive at 6.2 hours and 340.4 miles, North Crossett is your destination. This trip uses mostly highway and scores an 8 for the drive. It's set in gently rolling terrain and includes parks, suitable for a full day's adventure.
Lake Hamilton, AR
4h 2m221.2 mi one way
Hoxie, AR
5h 6m241.3 mi one way
Consider Hoxie for a longer day trip, requiring 5.1 hours and covering 241.3 miles. This route has a high drive score of 9 and uses mostly highway. The terrain is gently rolling, and you'll find parks along the way.
Gurdon, AR
4h 54m266.6 mi one way
Cave City, AR
4h 31m214.8 mi one way
Cave City is a 4.5-hour drive spanning 214.8 miles. This route is notable for its mostly flat terrain, differentiating it from others. It has a strong drive score of 9 and includes parks, suitable for a day trip.
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Mountain View, AR
3h 51m167.8 mi one way
North Crossett, AR
6h 9m340.4 mi one way
Lake Hamilton, AR
4h 2m221.2 mi one way
Gravel Ridge, AR
3h 52m218.3 mi one way
Mountain View, AR
3h 51m167.8 mi one way
London, AR
2h 18m131.2 mi one way
Mayflower, AR
3h 21m193.4 mi one way
Dumas, AR
5h 17m298 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
With gently rolling terrain and parks available on most routes, spring offers pleasant conditions for day trips to any of these destinations.
Summer
The mostly highway routes and available parks make summer day trips feasible, though be mindful of the longer drive times for some destinations.
Fall
The gently rolling terrain and parks along these routes are ideal for fall color viewing during day trips.
Winter
With mostly highway profiles and available parks, these routes offer straightforward winter day trips, though terrain remains gently rolling.
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