Benton to Payson, Arizona: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Benton from Payson, Arizona?

The distance from Benton to Payson, Arizona is 1067 miles (1717.2 km) as the crow flies. Payson, Arizona is located W of Benton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1280.4 miles, taking about 25h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 39min. Both are located in United States — Benton in Arkansas and Payson, Arizona in Arizona.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Benton and Payson, Arizona. 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.