Bentonville to Kirksville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

278.4 miles 448 km · straight line
348 miles estimated 560 km · driving distance
7h 0min estimated drive time
$33 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
18° NNE bearing direction

How far is Bentonville from Kirksville?

The distance from Bentonville to Kirksville is 278.4 miles (448 km) as the crow flies. Kirksville is located NNE of Bentonville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 348 miles, taking about 7h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Bentonville in Arkansas and Kirksville 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.

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

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 0min $33 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 24min $28–$52* Budget
Train ~6h 39min $42–$122* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bentonville & Kirksville

Quick Facts

Bentonville
36.37°N, 94.21°W
America/Chicago
395m elevation
Kirksville
40.19°N, 92.58°W
America/Chicago
299m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 93 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 89.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients