Bentonville to Gardner, Kansas: Road Trip Guide & Distance

173 miles 278.4 km · straight line
216.2 miles estimated 348 km · driving distance
4h 21min estimated drive time
$21 - $26 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
347° NNW bearing direction

How far is Bentonville from Gardner, Kansas?

The distance from Bentonville to Gardner, Kansas is 173 miles (278.4 km) as the crow flies. Gardner, Kansas is located NNW of Bentonville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 216.2 miles, taking about 4h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States — Bentonville in Arkansas and Gardner, Kansas in Kansas.

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. 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 Bentonville and Gardner, Kansas. 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 Bentonville to Gardner, Kansas

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 21min $21 - $26 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 13min $17–$32* Budget
Train ~4h 8min $26–$76* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bentonville & Gardner, Kansas

Quick Facts

Bentonville
36.37°N, 94.21°W
America/Chicago
395m elevation
Gardner, Kansas
38.81°N, 94.93°W
America/Chicago
323m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 58 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 143.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients