This 108.7-mile drive from Coal Hill to Bentonville, Arkansas, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 2 hours. Primarily utilizing I-49 and I-40, the journey is almost entirely highway, making it a convenient day trip. With a fuel cost estimated at $16, it's an economical option for exploring within the Southeast region of Arkansas. The route is best suited for those prioritizing efficiency and direct travel between these two points. Given its short duration and highway-focused profile, it's an ideal choice for a quick excursion without the need for an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
54.3 miles from Coal Hill, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 59m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 49
65.6 mi
1h 8m
I 40
33.6 mi
33m
Highway 164
4.5 mi
8m
Southeast 14th Street
1.1 mi
2m
Southeast J Street
1 mi
2m
US 64
1 mi
1m
East Central Avenue
0.7 mi
2m
US 62
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 49
— 65.6 mi, about 1h 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coal Hill, AR and Bentonville, AR.
1
Start on Oak Street
80 ft·9 sec·Oak Street
2
Turn left onto 3rd Street
248 ft·13 sec·3rd Street
3
Turn right onto US 64
1.0 mi·1 min·US 64
4
Turn left onto AR 164
3.8 mi·6 min·Highway 164
5
Keep slight left at fork onto AR 164
0.7 mi·1 min·Highway 164
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·41 sec
7
Merge onto I 40
34 mi·33 min·I 40
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi·48 sec
Toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
9
Continue on I 49
46 mi·47 min·I 49
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 49; US 62; US 71
19 mi·20 min·I 49; US 62; US 71
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit onto US 62; AR 12
0.3 mi·39 sec·US 62; AR 12
Toward US 62 East, AR 12 East, AR 102 West: Southeast 14th Street, Hudson Road
12
Turn left onto AR 12; US 62
1.1 mi·2 min·Southeast 14th Street
13
Turn right onto Southeast J Street
1.0 mi·2 min·Southeast J Street
Use the left lane.
14
Turn left onto East Central Avenue
0.7 mi·2 min·East Central Avenue
Use the left lane.
15
Turn right onto North Main Street
185 ft·6 sec·North Main Street
16
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
Trip Plan
This 2-hour drive is short enough that you can depart at your leisure, but considering the 108.7-mile distance, leaving in the morning will give you ample time to enjoy your destination. Given the minimal need for stops and the $16 fuel cost, you likely won't need to plan extensive breaks. The longest stretch on I-49 is over 65 miles, so ensure you're fueled up before embarking. For a practical tip, pay attention to the transition from Highway 164 back onto I-49, as this is where the road character subtly shifts from a more local feel to interstate speed.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 54.3 miles from Coal Hill, AR, or about 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 65.6 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 24 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 54.3 miles or 59m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bentonville, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Coal Hill, 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 Coal Hill, AR
This is one driving day of about 108.7 miles and 2h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Coal Hill, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 49 for about 65.6 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 107.9 — 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|3rd Street
Turn left onto 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
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86.3 mi into trip|~1h 32m 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
105.5 mi into trip|~1h 53m in|US 62; AR 12
Take the exit onto US 62; AR 12 toward US 62 East, AR 12 East, AR 102 West: Southeast 14th Street, Hudson Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 62 East, AR 12 East, AR 102 West: Sou...
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106.9 mi into trip|~1h 55m in|Southeast J Street
Turn right onto Southeast J Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
107.9 mi into trip|~1h 58m in|East Central Avenue
Turn left onto East Central Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.42 one way
$32.83 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg38 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$18.02
$36.04
premium
$4.56
$19.51
$39.02
diesel
$5.61
$24.00
$48.00
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
32.6
0
$11.41
$5.22
Efficient EV
27.2
0
$9.51
$4.35
EV Truck/SUV
43.5
0
$15.22
$6.96
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (66% 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 Apr 20, 2026
Origin
Coal Hill, AR
Morning
in Coal Hill on Tuesday
Local time
7:43 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Bentonville, AR
Morning
in Bentonville on Tuesday
Local time
7:43 AM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
80°F
Prairie Grove, AR
54 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
2h 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 97% of the drive on major interstates like I-49 and I-40. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 65.6 miles on I-49, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of your journey. While the majority is interstate driving, the inclusion of Highway 164 briefly introduces a different road character before you rejoin the faster routes. This blend ensures you're mostly on efficient roads, minimizing time spent on slower local streets.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 65.6 mi on I 49.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 49 and I 40. 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 near 3rd Street.
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 108.7 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 (3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 86.3 miles (I 49; US 62; US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 105.5 miles (US 62; AR 12): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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".
Top landmarks
•Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art — art museum in Bentonville, Arkansas
•Bentonville Confederate Monument — monument in Bentonville, United States of America
•Benton County Courthouse — courthouse in Bentonville, Benton County, Arkansas
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h. Total distance: 108.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 65.6 miles on I 49. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Bentonville, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 86.3 miles (I 49; US 62; US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 105.5 miles (US 62; AR 12): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Bentonville, AR before heading back.
