Benton to Clarksdale: Road Trip Guide & Distance

117.7 miles 189.4 km · straight line
147.1 miles estimated 236.8 km · driving distance
2h 58min estimated drive time
$14 - $17 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
102° ESE bearing direction

How far is Benton from Clarksdale?

The distance from Benton to Clarksdale is 117.7 miles (189.4 km) as the crow flies. Clarksdale is located ESE of Benton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 147.1 miles, taking about 2h 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States — Benton in Arkansas and Clarksdale in Mississippi.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Benton and Clarksdale. 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 Benton to Clarksdale

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 58min $14 - $17 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 34min $12–$22* Budget
Train ~2h 49min $18–$51* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Benton & Clarksdale

Quick Facts

Benton
34.56°N, 92.59°W
America/Chicago
124m elevation
Clarksdale
34.20°N, 90.57°W
America/Chicago
53m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 39 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 211.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients