Origin
Benton, AR
Late night in Benton on Sunday
Local time
2:48 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Benton, AR to Bryant, AR
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
12m
Distance
8.6 mi
14 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 11m
★
6 AM
0h 12m
8 AM
0h 14m
10 AM
0h 13m
12 PM
0h 13m
3 PM
0h 13m
5 PM
0h 14m
8 PM
0h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Benton, AR
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Bryant, AR
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Trip Overview
Benton, AR to Bryant, AR is 8.6 miles and takes about 12m via I 30, with a fuel budget near $1 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Southeast region of Arkansas, offering a straightforward connection between two nearby communities. Expect a drive primarily focused on interstate travel, making it a quick and efficient option for those needing to get from point A to point B without much fuss. With no planned stops and a duration under 20 minutes, this route is ideal for a simple transit or an extension of a longer journey.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 30 | 5.4 mi | 5m |
| North Reynolds Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| I-30 Frontage Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| East Carpenter Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Military Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 30
— 5.4 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Benton, AR and Bryant, AR.
1
Start on North Main Street
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
North Main Street
2
Continue on Military Road
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Military Road
3
Turn left onto AR 35
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
East Carpenter Street
4
Turn straight
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
5
Turn straight onto AR 5
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
I-30 Frontage Road
6
Take the ramp
516 ft
·
12 sec
7
Merge onto I 30; US 67; US 70
5.4 mi
·
5 min
·
I 30; US 67; US 70
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward Bryant, Bauxite
9
Turn straight onto I-30 Frontage Road
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
I-30 Frontage Road
10
Turn slight right
408 ft
·
17 sec
Use the right lane.
11
Turn left
192 ft
·
12 sec
12
Turn right onto AR 183
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
North Reynolds Road
13
Arrive at destination
AR 183
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 6.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0.4 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
AR 35 / East Carpenter Street
Turn left onto AR 35 / East Carpenter Street
Navigation decision point
3
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
3
1.2 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
I 30; US 67; US 70
Merge onto I 30; US 67; US 70
Merge point - match speed before joining
5
6.5 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Take the exit toward Bryant, Bauxite
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Bryant, Bauxite
4
6.9 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Turn slight right
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.30 one way
$2.60 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $1.43 | $2.85 |
| premium | $4.56 | $1.54 | $3.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.90 | $3.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.90 | $0.41 |
| Efficient EV | 2.2 | 0 | $0.75 | $0.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.4 | 0 | $1.20 | $0.55 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (67% 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
Bryant, AR
Late night in Bryant on Sunday
Local time
2:48 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 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
12m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 67% of the route utilizing interstate conditions. You'll experience a significant stretch of 5.4 miles on I 30, allowing for consistent speed and minimal interruptions. The journey transitions between I-30 Frontage Road and North Reynolds Road, offering brief diversions from the main highway before rejoining it. Overall, the character of this drive is one of directness and efficiency, designed for swift travel rather than scenic exploration.
67% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 5.4 mi on I 30.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 30 and North Reynolds Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near AR 35 / East Carpenter Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 12m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (AR 35 / East Carpenter Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (I 30; US 67; US 70): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Benton, AR to Bryant, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Bauxite along the way.
Bauxite
6.5 mi in
|
~8m
About the Cities
Starting in Benton, AR
Full guide →Benton is in the Central region of Arkansas.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 12m. Total distance: 8.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (67%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 5.4 miles on I 30. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (AR 35 / East Carpenter Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (I 30; US 67; US 70): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Yes — Hot Springs National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Bryant, AR before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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