Traveling from Cabot to Centerton covers 215.5 miles across Arkansas, making for a manageable journey that typically takes about 3 hours and 58 minutes. Because the route is straightforward and efficient, it works perfectly as a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You should expect to spend roughly $33 on fuel for the trek. Since both cities are located within the Southeast region, you will remain in a familiar geographic context throughout your travels. Whether you are heading north for business or a visit, this highway-focused drive provides a reliable connection between these two points.
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
107.7 miles from Cabot, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 3m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 40
113.9 mi
1h 53m
I 49
64.1 mi
1h 6m
State Highway 107
7.9 mi
12m
Vilonia Bypass
6.5 mi
7m
State Highway 64
5.4 mi
6m
State Highway 89
4.1 mi
7m
West Main Street
3.4 mi
5m
Southwest 14th Street
2.1 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 113.9 mi, about 1h 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cabot, AR and Centerton, AR.
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Start on this road
136 ft·11 sec·this road
2
Turn right
57 ft·6 sec
3
Turn right onto AR 367
274 ft·12 sec·North 2nd Street
4
Turn left onto West Main Street
3.4 mi·5 min·West Main Street
5
Continue on AR 89
4.1 mi·7 min·State Highway 89
6
Continue on AR 89
0.2 mi·26 sec·Tates Mill Road
7
Turn right onto AR 107
7.9 mi·12 min·State Highway 107
8
Turn left onto US 64
6.5 mi·7 min·Vilonia Bypass
9
Continue on US 64
5.4 mi·6 min·State Highway 64
10
Continue on US 64
1.6 mi·3 min·East Oak Street
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi·57 sec
12
Merge onto I 40; US 65
114 mi·1 hr 53 min·I 40; US 65
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi·48 sec
Toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
14
Continue on I 49
46 mi·47 min·I 49
Use the slight right lane.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 49; US 62; US 71
18 mi·19 min·I 49; US 62; US 71
Use the straight lane.
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi·17 sec
Toward Bentonville, Rogers
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi·18 sec
Toward Bentonville
18
Turn straight onto AR 12
1.5 mi·2 min·Southeast Walton Boulevard
19
Continue on South Walton Boulevard
1.5 mi·2 min·South Walton Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
20
Turn left onto AR 102
2.1 mi·3 min·Southwest 14th Street
21
Continue on AR 102
1.9 mi·2 min·East Centerton Boulevard
22
Turn right onto AR 102B
492 ft·14 sec·North Main Street
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Turn left onto West Spring Street
91 ft·4 sec·West Spring Street
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Arrive at destination
West Spring Street
Trip Plan
Planning your departure for an early morning start can help you beat potential congestion, especially when merging onto the major interstates. While the route is compact enough for a single day, budget for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refresh during the nearly four-hour drive. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during that long 113.9-mile stretch on I-40, as services may be spaced out. Since this route is quite flexible, you have the advantage of adjusting your pace to suit your personal schedule. A concrete tip for this trek is to ensure your cruise control is ready for the long highway sections, as the interstate-heavy nature of the drive makes for steady, predictable travel.
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 107.7 miles from Cabot, AR, or about 2h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 113.9 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 47 miles or 1h 2m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 107.7 miles or 2h 3m 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 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Centerton, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Cabot, 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 Cabot, AR
This is one driving day of about 215.5 miles and 3h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 47 miles from Cabot, 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 113.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 208.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|AR 367 / North 2nd Street
Turn right onto AR 367 / North 2nd Street
Navigation decision point
6
190.3 mi into trip|~3h 27m in|I 49; US 62; US 71
Keep slight left at fork onto I 49; US 62; US 71
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
208.1 mi into trip|~3h 46m in
Take the exit toward Bentonville, Rogers
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Bentonville, Rogers
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208.2 mi into trip|~3h 46m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Bentonville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward Bentonville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.92 one way
$59.83 round trip
$3.53/gal25.4 MPG avg75 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$3.95
$33.47
$66.94
premium
$4.29
$36.39
$72.78
diesel
$4.80
$40.69
$81.38
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 75.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
64.7
0
$22.63
$10.34
Efficient EV
53.9
0
$18.86
$8.62
EV Truck/SUV
86.2
1
$30.17
$13.79
Gas CO2
75 kg
EV CO2
25 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.
Forecast as of Jul 18, 2026
Origin
Cabot, AR
Late night
in Cabot on Sunday
Local time
5:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
96°F
Sunny
WSW 5 mph2% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 1:38PM CDT until July 18 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Little Rock AR
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 1:38PM CDT until July 19 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Little Rock AR
Destination
Centerton, AR
Late night
in Centerton on Sunday
Local time
5:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
91°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 10 mph22% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 1:38PM CDT until July 18 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Little Rock AR
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 1:38PM CDT until July 19 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Little Rock AR
95°F
Delaware, AR
108 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
5 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
3h 58m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is heavily centered on major thoroughfares, with 91% of your journey spent on highways like I-40, I-49, and State Highway 107. You will settle into a consistent rhythm early on, as your longest uninterrupted stretch spans 113.9 miles while navigating I-40. The transition from the more central parts of the state toward the northwestern corner keeps you on high-speed roads for the vast majority of the duration. Expect a steady, interstate-focused experience that prioritizes speed and efficiency over winding local paths. You will find that the character of the road remains remarkably stable as you move toward your destination.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 113.9 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and I 49. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Driving Effort6/10
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 215.5 miles you will encounter 13 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: Navigation decision point; near the start (AR 367 / North 2nd Street): Navigation decision point; at 190.3 miles (I 49; US 62; US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 58m. Total distance: 215.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 113.9 miles on I 40. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 15 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Centerton, AR before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 15 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; near the start (AR 367 / North 2nd Street): Navigation decision point; at 190.3 miles (I 49; US 62; US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Centerton, AR, but most travelers stay overnight.
