Benton to Destin: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Benton from Destin?

The distance from Benton to Destin is 457.1 miles (735.6 km) as the crow flies. Destin is located SE of Benton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 548.5 miles, taking about 11h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 25min. Both are located in United States — Benton in Arkansas and Destin in Florida.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Benton and Destin. 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.