Stretching 96.1 miles through Arkansas, this drive connects Ozark to Bentonville in approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes. Because the trip is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, eliminating the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to budget roughly $15 for fuel, making this an economical route for a quick getaway. By utilizing I-40 and I-49, you navigate efficiently between these two southeastern Arkansas locales. This straightforward journey offers a practical way to travel between the towns without unnecessary complexity. It serves as an ideal link for those looking to reach their destination quickly and reliably.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
48.1 miles from Ozark, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 51m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 49
65.6 mi
1h 8m
I 40
24.5 mi
24m
North 3rd Street
2.1 mi
3m
Southeast 14th Street
1.1 mi
2m
Southeast J Street
1 mi
2m
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 Ozark, AR and Bentonville, AR.
1
Start on US 64
135 ft·7 sec·West Commercial Street
2
Turn left onto AR 219
2.1 mi·3 min·North 3rd Street
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·44 sec
4
Merge onto I 40
24 mi·24 min·I 40
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi·48 sec
Toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
6
Continue on I 49
46 mi·47 min·I 49
Use the slight right lane.
7
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.
8
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
9
Turn left onto AR 12; US 62
1.1 mi·2 min·Southeast 14th Street
10
Turn right onto Southeast J Street
1.0 mi·2 min·Southeast J Street
Use the left lane.
11
Turn left onto East Central Avenue
0.7 mi·2 min·East Central Avenue
Use the left lane.
12
Turn right onto North Main Street
185 ft·6 sec·North Main Street
13
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
Trip Plan
Since the trip takes less than two hours, you have significant flexibility with your departure time to avoid potential traffic. With no mandatory stops required to finish the 96.1-mile distance, you can easily complete the drive in one go. Keep your $15 fuel budget in mind, and consider filling up before you leave to ensure a smooth transition onto the interstate. Because the majority of your time is spent on I-49, stay alert for typical interstate traffic patterns that might shift during peak commuting hours. Use the simplicity of this route to your advantage by planning your arrival in Bentonville around your specific activity schedule.
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 48.1 miles from Ozark, AR, or about 51m 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 21 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.1 miles or 51m 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 22m
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 Ozark, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Ozark, AR
This is one driving day of about 96.1 miles and 1h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Ozark, 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 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 95.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip|~0m in|AR 219 / North 3rd Street
Turn left onto AR 219 / North 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
6
73.7 mi into trip|~1h 17m 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
93 mi into trip|~1h 37m 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
94.4 mi into trip|~1h 40m in|Southeast J Street
Turn right onto Southeast J Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
95.4 mi into trip|~1h 42m in|East Central Avenue
Turn left onto East Central Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.51 one way
$29.03 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg34 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$15.93
$31.86
premium
$4.56
$17.25
$34.50
diesel
$5.61
$21.22
$42.44
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
28.8
0
$10.09
$4.61
Efficient EV
24
0
$8.41
$3.84
EV Truck/SUV
38.4
0
$13.45
$6.15
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (68% 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
Ozark, AR
Late night
in Ozark on Tuesday
Local time
4:10 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Bentonville, AR
Late night
in Bentonville on Tuesday
Local time
4:10 AM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
53°F
Farmington, AR
48 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
1h 45m 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?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 94% of your journey spent on high-speed roads. You will rely heavily on I-40 and I-49 to make steady progress, transitioning briefly onto North 3rd Street at the start. Expect a consistent interstate experience, highlighted by a longest uninterrupted stretch of 65.6 miles while cruising on I-49. The road feels functional and efficient, designed for travelers who prioritize time management over winding backroads. Behind the wheel, you will notice a transition from the local street environment in Ozark to the sustained, high-speed pace of the interstate system.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 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 early in the drive near AR 219 / North 3rd Street.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 45m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (AR 219 / North 3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 73.7 miles (I 49; US 62; US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 93 miles (US 62; AR 12): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Ozark is a city of 3,700 people (2019) in the River Valley region of Arkansas. Ozark is adjacent to much of Arkansas wine country, and has a bridge to cross the Arkansas River for travelers heading to points south. The city is on Arkansas Highway 23, nicknamed the Pig Trail Scenic Byway, known for its steep drops, sharp curves and scenic mountain views.
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".
The longest stretch is about 65.6 miles on I 49. 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: near the start (AR 219 / North 3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 73.7 miles (I 49; US 62; US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 93 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.
