Alton, Illinois to Bentonville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

280.6 miles 451.6 km · straight line
350.8 miles estimated 564.5 km · driving distance
7h 3min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
233° SW bearing direction

How far is Alton, Illinois from Bentonville?

The distance from Alton, Illinois to Bentonville is 280.6 miles (451.6 km) as the crow flies. Bentonville is located SW of Alton, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 350.8 miles, taking about 7h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Alton, Illinois in Illinois and Bentonville in Arkansas.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Alton, Illinois and Bentonville. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Alton, Illinois to Bentonville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 3min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 28min $28–$53* Budget
Train ~6h 42min $42–$123* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Alton, Illinois & Bentonville

Quick Facts

Alton, Illinois
38.89°N, 90.18°W
America/Chicago
150m elevation
Bentonville
36.37°N, 94.21°W
America/Chicago
395m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 94 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 88.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients