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Trip from Bentonville, AR to Shannon Hills, AR

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 56m

Distance

221.4 mi

356 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$33

one way

EV Charging

Good

7 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
3h 43m ★
6 AM
3h 56m
8 AM
4h 22m
10 AM
4h 5m
12 PM
4h 2m
3 PM
4h 6m
5 PM
4h 21m
8 PM
3h 48m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Bentonville, AR, AR

Bentonville, AR

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Downtown Shannon Hills, AR, AR

Shannon Hills, AR

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Trip Overview

Bentonville, AR to Shannon Hills, AR is 221.4 miles and takes about 3h 56m via I-40, I-49, and I-430, with a fuel budget near $33 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This highway-focused drive stays within Arkansas, connecting two points in the Southeast region. While the majority of your journey will be on interstates, it's a relatively short trip, making it ideal for a single day's travel. Expect a straightforward drive with minimal detours, perfect if you're looking for efficiency and a clear path to your destination.

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

110.7 miles from Bentonville, AR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 56m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 40 134.4 mi 2h 14m
I 49 65.7 mi 1h 8m
I 430 12.1 mi 13m
Sardis Road 1.7 mi 4m
Southeast J Street 1 mi 2m
South Loop Road 1 mi 2m
Southeast 14th Street 1 mi 1m
Mabelvale West Road 0.8 mi 1m
Longest stretch: I 40 — 134.4 mi, about 2h 14m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bentonville, AR and Shannon Hills, AR.

1

Start on North Main Street

185 ft · 13 sec · North Main Street
2

Turn left onto East Central Avenue

0.7 mi · 2 min · East Central Avenue
Use the right lane.
3

Turn right onto Southeast J Street

1.0 mi · 2 min · Southeast J Street
Use the right lane.
4

Turn left onto AR 102

1.0 mi · 1 min · Southeast 14th Street
Use the left lane.
5

Take the ramp onto US 62; AR 12

0.2 mi · 14 sec · US 62; AR 12
Use the right lane.
6

Continue on I 49; US 62; US 71; AR 12

66 mi · 1 hr 8 min · I 49; US 62; US 71; AR 12
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Keep slight left at fork

0.6 mi · 49 sec
Toward I 40 East: Alma, Little Rock
8

Merge onto I 40; US 71

134 mi · 2 hr 14 min · I 40; US 71
9

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 41 sec
Toward I 430: Texarkana Use the slight right lane.
10

Continue on I 430

12 mi · 13 min · I 430
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 36 sec
Exit 128 Toward Mabelvale West Road, Otter Creek Road, Bass Pro Parkway Use the slight right lane.
12

Turn straight onto I-30 Frontage Road

0.7 mi · 1 min · I-30 Frontage Road
13

Turn right

435 ft · 19 sec
14

Turn right

195 ft · 8 sec
15

Turn straight onto Mabelvale West Road

0.8 mi · 1 min · Mabelvale West Road
16

Turn slight right

130 ft · 5 sec
17

Turn straight onto South Loop Road

1.0 mi · 2 min · South Loop Road
18

At end of road, turn left onto Alexander Road

0.5 mi · 1 min · Alexander Road
19

Turn right onto Sardis Road

1.7 mi · 4 min · Sardis Road
20

Turn right onto Tall Pine Drive

31 ft · 1 sec · Tall Pine Drive
21

Arrive at destination

Tall Pine Drive

Trip Plan

Given the 3h 56m duration, this trip is easily achievable in a single day. Aim to depart mid-morning to avoid the earliest rush hour and allow for a leisurely arrival. The longest stretch without an exit is over 134 miles on I-40, so be sure to fuel up before embarking on that segment. With only one recommended stop, you have plenty of flexibility to adjust your timing or add an impromptu break if needed. Plan your fuel stops strategically, keeping in mind the $33 estimated cost.

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 110.7 miles from Bentonville, AR, or about 1h 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 134.4 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 49 miles or 54m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 110.7 miles or 1h 56m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 7m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Shannon Hills, AR than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Bentonville, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.

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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 Bentonville, AR

This is one driving day of about 221.4 miles and 3h 56m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 miles from Bentonville, 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 134.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Delaware, AR, AR

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Delaware, AR

111 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

Prairie Grove, AR

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 49 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Delaware, AR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 110.7 miles from Bentonville, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 134.4 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Crosswoods Restaurant & Sports Club

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Clarksville, Arkansas

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour Moderately mile 110.7

Hours: 3 pm–12 am

+14797548080

Visit website

Chick-fil-A

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Russellville, Arkansas

1.5 mi

Wildflower Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Mulberry, Arkansas

2.4 mi

Crosswoods Restaurant & Sports Club

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour Moderately mile 110.7

Clarksville, Arkansas

Hours: 3 pm–12 am

+14797548080

Visit website

Chick-fil-A

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour Inexpensiv mile 142.3

Russellville, Arkansas

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+14799670220

Visit website

Wildflower Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 79.1

Mulberry, Arkansas

Hours: 11 am–7 pm

+14792972005

The Root Cafe - Breckenridge Village

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 205.5

Little Rock, Arkansas

Hours: 8 am–9 pm

+15013531971

Visit website

Cafe Bossa Nova

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour $20 to $30 mile 205.5

Little Rock, Arkansas

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+15015046360

Visit website

Ridgerunner Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 47.4

West Fork, Arkansas

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

+14797613843

Visit website

Old South Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 142.3

Russellville, Arkansas

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+14799683789

Visit website

Turtle in the Way Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 205.5

Little Rock, Arkansas

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+15014706543

Visit website

West Fork Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 31.6

West Fork, Arkansas

Hours: 6 am–3 pm

+14792943041

Visit website

River City Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 205.5

Little Rock, Arkansas

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+15016611496

Visit website

ClipperCreek Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour

Bentonville, Arkansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Bentonville, Arkansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 189.7

Conway, Arkansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Bentonville, Arkansas

+18887584389

ChargePoint Charging Station

Near the start, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour

Bentonville, Arkansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Near the start, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour

Bentonville, Arkansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Bentonville, Arkansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 12

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 216.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | East Central Avenue

Turn left onto East Central Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
6
1.8 mi into trip | ~4m in | AR 102 / Southeast 14th Street

Turn left onto AR 102 / Southeast 14th Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
6
68.7 mi into trip | ~1h 14m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 40 East: Alma, Little Rock

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 40 East: Alma, Little Rock
6
203.7 mi into trip | ~3h 29m in

Take the exit toward I 430: Texarkana

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 430: Texarkana
8
216.3 mi into trip | ~3h 44m in

Take the exit toward Mabelvale West Road, Otter Creek Road, Bass Pro Parkway

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 128 Toward Mabelvale West Road, Otter Creek Road, B...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$33.44 one way

$66.87 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 78 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.21 $36.71 $73.41
premium $4.56 $39.74 $79.48
diesel $5.61 $48.88 $97.76

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$33

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$58–$83

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 77.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 66.4 0 $23.25 $10.63
Efficient EV 55.4 0 $19.37 $8.86
EV Truck/SUV 88.6 1 $31.00 $14.17

Gas CO2

77 kg

EV CO2

26 kg (66% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Bentonville, AR

Night in Bentonville on Saturday

Local time

11:42 PM

CDT

Current temp

73°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Shannon Hills, AR

Night in Shannon Hills on Saturday

Local time

11:42 PM

CDT

Current temp

75°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

79°F

Delaware, AR

111 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

2 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

3h 56m 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 drive is heavily focused on the highway, with 96% of the route utilizing major interstates like I-40, I-49, and I-430. You'll experience a consistent pace for much of the trip, including a substantial stretch of 134.4 miles on I-40 without needing to exit. The road profile is predominantly highway, meaning smooth sailing and higher speeds are the norm. Expect a straightforward driving experience that prioritizes getting you from point A to point B efficiently.

96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 134.4 mi on I 40.

How Hard Is This Drive?

5/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and I 49. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Central Avenue.

Driving Effort 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 221.4 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Central Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles (AR 102 / Southeast 14th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 68.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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 Bentonville, AR to Shannon Hills, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Little Rock along the way.

Little Rock

68.7 mi in | ~1h 14m

About the Cities

Starting in Bentonville, AR

Full guide →

Bentonville is a city of 51,000 people (2018) in the Northwest region of Arkansas. Widely known as the home to the corporate headquarters of retail giant Walmart, the city was noted by Travel + Leisure magazine as one of the "Hottest Travel Destinations of 2012".

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 3h 56m. Total distance: 221.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 134.4 miles on I 40. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Central Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles (AR 102 / Southeast 14th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 68.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Possible but tiring. At 3.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Shannon Hills, AR, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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