Origin
Benton, AR
Late night in Benton on Tuesday
Local time
3:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Benton, AR to Fordyce, AR
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 18m
Distance
58.1 mi
94 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 13m
★
6 AM
1h 19m
8 AM
1h 31m
10 AM
1h 23m
12 PM
1h 22m
3 PM
1h 24m
5 PM
1h 31m
8 PM
1h 15m
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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Fordyce, AR
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Benton to Fordyce, you are looking at a manageable 58.1-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 18 minutes to complete. Because the route is relatively short, it functions perfectly as a simple day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $9 on fuel for the entire excursion, keeping your travel costs quite low. The drive traverses the Southeast region of Arkansas, moving you efficiently between these two points. Since this path relies on local roads rather than major interstates, it offers a straightforward, no-fuss way to reach your destination. It is an ideal choice for travelers who prefer a direct connection without the complexity of multi-day planning.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Rock Street | 29.4 mi | 34m |
| AR 35 | 19.4 mi | 31m |
| Sheridan Bypass | 6.4 mi | 8m |
| Edison Avenue | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Moro | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| North East Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| East 4th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Conway Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
South Rock Street
— 29.4 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Benton, AR and Fordyce, AR.
1
Start on North Main Street
364 ft
·
9 sec
·
North Main Street
2
Turn right onto East Conway Street
377 ft
·
18 sec
·
East Conway Street
3
Turn right onto AR 35
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North East Street
4
Turn left onto AR 35
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Edison Avenue
5
Turn right onto AR 35
19 mi
·
31 min
·
AR 35
6
Turn right onto US 167
6.4 mi
·
8 min
·
Sheridan Bypass
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on US 167
29 mi
·
34 min
·
South Rock Street
8
Continue on US 79B
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Moro
9
Turn right onto US 79B; AR 8
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
East 4th Street
10
Arrive at destination
US 79B; AR 8
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.1 miles from Benton, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 65 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 57.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
East Conway Street
Turn right onto East Conway Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
AR 35 / North East Street
Turn right onto AR 35 / North East Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
AR 35 / Edison Avenue
Turn left onto AR 35 / Edison Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
21.2 mi into trip
|
~35m in
|
US 167 / Sheridan Bypass
Turn right onto US 167 / Sheridan Bypass
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
57.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
|
US 79B; AR 8 / East 4th Street
Turn right onto US 79B; AR 8 / East 4th Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.77 one way
$17.55 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $9.63 | $19.26 |
| premium | $4.56 | $10.43 | $20.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.83 | $25.66 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.4 | 0 | $6.10 | $2.79 |
| Efficient EV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.08 | $2.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.2 | 0 | $8.13 | $3.72 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Fordyce, AR
Late night in Fordyce on Tuesday
Local time
3:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
77°F
Sheridan, AR
29 mi in
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Prepare for a turn-heavy, local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route features a 0% highway share, meaning your entire 58.1-mile trek happens on surface streets and local connectors. You will navigate via East Conway Street, North East Street, and Edison Avenue, requiring your full attention as you transition through the various turns. Because the route lacks long, uninterrupted highway stretches, the driving experience feels more hands-on and constant. Expect the road to maintain a steady, local pace as you make your way through the Arkansas landscape.
33% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 29.4 mi on South Rock Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near East Conway Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Benton, AR to Fordyce, AR is easy. At 1h 18m with 33% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East Conway Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (AR 35 / North East Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (AR 35 / Edison Avenue): Navigation decision point.
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 1h 18m. Total distance: 58.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (33%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 29.4 miles on South Rock Street. 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 0.1 miles (East Conway Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (AR 35 / North East Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (AR 35 / Edison Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Fordyce, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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