Bentonville to Shawnee: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Bentonville from Shawnee?

The distance from Bentonville to Shawnee is 168.4 miles (271 km) as the crow flies. Shawnee is located WSW of Bentonville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 210.5 miles, taking about 4h 14min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in United States — Bentonville in Arkansas and Shawnee in Oklahoma.

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 Shawnee. 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.