Bentonville to Jefferson City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

188.8 miles 303.8 km · straight line
236 miles estimated 379.8 km · driving distance
4h 45min estimated drive time
$23 - $28 estimated fuel cost
~53min flight time
36° NE bearing direction

How far is Bentonville from Jefferson City?

The distance from Bentonville to Jefferson City is 188.8 miles (303.8 km) as the crow flies. Jefferson City is located NE of Bentonville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 236 miles, taking about 4h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 53min. Both are located in United States — Bentonville in Arkansas and Jefferson City in Missouri.

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 Bentonville and Jefferson City. 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 Jefferson City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 45min $23 - $28 Flexible stops
Fly ~53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 42min $19–$35* Budget
Train ~4h 31min $28–$83* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bentonville & Jefferson City

Quick Facts

Bentonville
36.37°N, 94.21°W
America/Chicago
395m elevation
Jefferson City
38.58°N, 92.17°W
America/Chicago
192m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 63 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 131.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients