Origin
London, AR
Late night in London on Sunday
Local time
3:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from London, AR to Bentonville, AR
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 19m
Distance
131.2 mi
211 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 10m
★
6 AM
2h 19m
8 AM
2h 38m
10 AM
2h 26m
12 PM
2h 24m
3 PM
2h 27m
5 PM
2h 37m
8 PM
2h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
This 131.2-mile drive from London to Bentonville, Arkansas, is easily manageable in about 2 hours and 19 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. The route primarily utilizes major highways, with 97% of the journey on interstates, so you'll cover ground efficiently. With an estimated fuel cost of around $20, it's an economical option for a quick getaway. Since the origin and destination are both within the Southeast region of Arkansas, you'll experience a consistent regional feel throughout your journey. This is a straightforward drive focused on getting you from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
65.6 miles from London, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 7m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 49 | 65.6 mi | 1h 8m |
| I 40 | 61 mi | 1h |
| Southeast 14th Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Southeast J Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| AR 333 | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| East Central Avenue | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| US 62 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 49
— 65.6 mi, about 1h 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between London, AR and Bentonville, AR.
1
Start on AR 333
430 ft
·
13 sec
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AR 333
2
At end of road, turn left onto AR 333
243 ft
·
7 sec
·
AR 333
3
Turn right onto AR 333
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
AR 333
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
5
Merge onto I 40
61 mi
·
1 hr
·
I 40
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
7
Continue on I 49
46 mi
·
47 min
·
I 49
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 49; US 62; US 71
19 mi
·
20 min
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I 49; US 62; US 71
Use the straight lane.
9
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
10
Turn left onto AR 12; US 62
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeast 14th Street
11
Turn right onto Southeast J Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeast J Street
Use the left lane.
12
Turn left onto East Central Avenue
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
East Central Avenue
Use the left lane.
13
Turn right onto North Main Street
185 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Main Street
14
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 2 hours and 19 minutes, you have a lot of flexibility with departure times for this trip. Consider leaving in the morning to maximize your time at your destination. The longest stretch without a significant change in major roads is 65.6 miles on I-49, so plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly before embarking on that segment. With a low fuel cost of approximately $20, you won't need to worry about frequent refueling. Since this is a straightforward highway drive, keep an eye on your navigation to ensure you make the correct turns onto I-40 and Southeast 14th Street as indicated.
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 65.6 miles from London, AR, or about 1h 7m 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 29 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 65.6 miles or 1h 7m 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 50m
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 London, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 London, AR
This is one driving day of about 131.2 miles and 2h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from London, 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.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
66 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 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 65.6 miles from London, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 49 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 65.6 miles.
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 105 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 130.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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AR 333
At end of road, turn left onto AR 333
Navigation decision point
6
108.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 51m 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
128 mi into trip
|
~2h 12m 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...
6
129.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 14m in
|
Southeast J Street
Turn right onto Southeast J Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
130.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 16m in
|
East Central Avenue
Turn left onto East Central Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.81 one way
$39.63 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
46 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $21.75 | $43.50 |
| premium | $4.56 | $23.55 | $47.10 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.97 | $57.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 39.4 | 0 | $13.78 | $6.30 |
| Efficient EV | 32.8 | 0 | $11.48 | $5.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 52.5 | 0 | $18.37 | $8.40 |
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
15 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
Bentonville, AR
Late night in Bentonville on Sunday
Local time
3:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
75°F
Alma, AR
66 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 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 19m 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?
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 97% of the drive taking place on interstates. You'll encounter a substantial uninterrupted stretch of 65.6 miles on I-49, allowing for consistent speed and minimal distractions. The main roads guiding you include I-49, I-40, and Southeast 14th Street. This road profile suggests a smooth, efficient journey without significant changes in road type or complexity, ideal for covering distance quickly.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 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?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 49 and I 40. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near AR 333.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 19m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (AR 333): Navigation decision point; at 108.8 miles (I 49; US 62; US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 128 miles (US 62; AR 12): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
About the Cities
Arriving 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 2h 19m. Total distance: 131.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Straightforward navigation.
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.
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: at 0.1 miles (AR 333): Navigation decision point; at 108.8 miles (I 49; US 62; US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 128 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.
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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