Ames to Bentonville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Ames from Bentonville?

The distance from Ames to Bentonville is 392.5 miles (631.6 km) as the crow flies. Bentonville is located S of Ames. By car, the driving distance is approximately 470.9 miles, taking about 9h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 17min. Both are located in United States — Ames in Iowa and Bentonville in Arkansas.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey.

Coordinates come from public place data for Ames 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.