Bentonville to Hays: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Bentonville from Hays?

The distance from Bentonville to Hays is 329.2 miles (529.8 km) as the crow flies. Hays is located WNW of Bentonville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 395.1 miles, taking about 7h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 10min. Both are located in United States — Bentonville in Arkansas and Hays in Kansas.

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. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bentonville and Hays. 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.