Bentonville to Oklahoma City Truck Dispatch
Freight route connecting Bentonville, AR to Oklahoma City, OK (225 miles). Connects Northwest Arkansas to Oklahoma's crossroads distribution center via I-40.
What do truck dispatch rates run from Bentonville to Oklahoma City?
Bentonville to Oklahoma City is a 225-mile lane paying about $551 - $641 per load, near $2.45 - $2.85 a mile. Freight is mostly consumer goods, retail-distribution freight and distribution-connected freight.
- Distance
- 225 miles
- Avg. rate / load
- $551 - $641
- Rate per mile
- $2.45 - $2.85
- Transit time
- Same day / 3-4 hrs
- Deadhead risk
- 20-25%
Lane rates reviewed September 2026. These numbers follow 2026 spot-market pricing for this Arkansas-Oklahoma corridor. See our dispatch fee structure.
Bentonville to Oklahoma City
Bentonville to Oklahoma City is a 225-mile, roughly 3.5-hour run west, connecting Walmart's global headquarters to a city sitting almost exactly at the geographic center of the United States. Oklahoma City's position at the crossroads of I-35, I-40 and I-44 puts it within a two-day drive of about 80% of the US population, complementing Walmart's own national distribution reach.
Origin
Bentonville, AR
Destination
Oklahoma City, OK
Distance
225 miles
Transit Time
Same day / 3-4 hrs
Average Rate
$551 - $641
Rate per Mile
$2.45 - $2.85
225-mile lane, about 3.5 hours west
Oklahoma City sits almost exactly at the geographic center of the US
Walmart operates 192 US distribution facilities as of January 2026
Bentonville to Oklahoma City: route facts a driver should know
Over 1,500 suppliers keep offices near this lane's start point
More than 1,500 major consumer goods suppliers keep offices in Northwest Arkansas to stay close to Walmart's buying and transportation teams, generating steady origin-side freight on this lane.
Source: CoStar, Bentonville supplier ecosystem coverage. Checked 29 Sep 2026.
A short lane: you likely won't need the 30-minute break
FMCSA requires a 30-minute break after 8 cumulative hours of driving without one. This 225-mile lane runs about 3.5 hours, so most drivers can finish it without a required break.
Source: FMCSA, Summary of Hours of Service Regulations. Checked 29 Sep 2026.
Diesel for this lane
How much is the diesel for Bentonville to Oklahoma City?
About $212.11 this week. The lane is 225 miles. A truck that gets 6.5 miles per gallon uses about 35 gallons, and diesel is averaging $6.13 a gallon on this lane (week of October 19, 2026). The U.S. average diesel price is up 10 cents this week.
An estimate. It uses EIA's weekly average for the two regions this lane connects, not the price at each pump. Your mpg and fuel card discounts change it.
- Distance
- 225 mi
- Diesel needed
- 35 gal
- Price used
- $6.13/gal
- Fuel cost
- $212.11
Common Freight Types
Consumer goods, retail-distribution freight and distribution-connected freight fill the trailers heading west.
- Retail Distribution
- Energy Equipment
- Consumer Goods
What makes the Bentonville to Oklahoma City lane difficult?
A short-to-medium lane keeps per-load rates in a moderate range
A short-to-medium lane keeps per-load rates in a moderate range.
Winter weather can occasionally affect road conditions
Winter weather can occasionally affect road conditions.
Retail-connected freight can see tight scheduling windows tied to delivery appointments
Retail-connected freight can see tight scheduling windows tied to delivery appointments.
What freight moves on the Bentonville to Oklahoma City lane?
What travels between Bentonville and Oklahoma City, and why OKC's central location matters here.
Primary Commodities
- •Retail Distribution
- •Energy Equipment
- •Consumer Goods
Secondary Commodities
- •Retail-distribution-connected freight (Walmart)
- •Distribution-center-connected freight
- •Consumer goods
Seasonal Cargo
Peak seasons for this lane:
- •Consumer goods (holiday surge)
- •Back-to-school retail freight (July-August)
- •Distribution-connected freight (steady)
When is the Bentonville to Oklahoma City lane busiest?
Retail timing and steady Walmart-connected freight both shape this lane.
Q1 (Jan-Mar): Slow Period?
A modest dip after the holidays as retail inventory normalizes.
Q4 (Oct-Dec): Peak Period?
Consumer goods and retail-distribution freight both climb sharply from October through December.
Produce Season?
Not a major factor on this lane.
- •Q4 holiday retail season
- •Back-to-school retail season (July-August)
- •Steady retail-distribution freight year-round
Hurricane Risk?
None. Occasional winter storms are this corridor's real seasonal risk.
Seasonal Strategy Summary
Supplier and retail-distribution freight runs steady year-round, with a real Q4 surge as Walmart's supply chain ramps up for the holidays.
How do I negotiate the best rate on the Bentonville to Oklahoma City lane?
When to book, who pays extra, and which loads need scheduling awareness.
When to Book
Suggested booking window:
Same-day to 1-2 days out is typical for this haul.
What Brokers Pay More
Loads that command more:
Time-critical Walmart-connected retail-distribution freight can pay a premium.
When to Avoid
Loads to price carefully:
Be careful committing to a fast winter delivery without checking road conditions.
Rate Negotiation Tips for Bentonville to Oklahoma City
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Bentonville's 1,500-plus supplier offices mean steady, varied freight worth asking brokers about specifically.
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This lane runs about 3.5 hours, so it pairs well with a same-day return if the Oklahoma City-side dock window cooperates.
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Walmart's own private fleet sets real market context for rate expectations on this corridor.
How do I find a backhaul load on the Bentonville to Oklahoma City lane?
OKC's central-US distribution role makes an eastbound load realistic.
Best Return Cities
Where to look for the return load:
- •Oklahoma City, OK
- •Regional distribution hubs near Oklahoma City
Deadhead Risk %
Deadhead risk on this lane: 20-25%
With OKC within a two-day drive of about 80% of the US population, there is real backhaul variety.
Alternative Routes
If the first load falls through, try these:
- •Oklahoma City's triple-interstate crossroads spot creates strong eastbound backhaul freight back toward Bentonville and the wider Northwest Arkansas retail supply chain hub.
Backhaul Optimization Tips
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Oklahoma City's growing distribution base gives this lane real backhaul options.
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With about 3.5 hours of driving each way, a same-day round trip is realistic if you line up the return load first.
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Ask about supplier-connected freight heading back toward Northwest Arkansas.
What do experienced dispatchers know about the Bentonville to Oklahoma City lane?
Four notes before this central-US corridor run.
This lane pairs well with a same-day or next-day return load.
Check winter conditions during occasional storms.
Confirm Walmart delivery-appointment windows before committing to a tight schedule.
Consider Tulsa as an alternate reload option given its proximity.
Before you book Bentonville to Oklahoma City, ask whether your freight is tied to a specific Walmart supplier's shipping schedule.
Bentonville to Oklahoma City Lane FAQs
Answers on drive time, OKC's central location, and Walmart's distribution scale.
The lane data shows about $551 - $641 per load, or $2.45 - $2.85 a mile, across 225 miles.
It sits almost exactly at the geographic center of the US, within a two-day drive of about 80% of the population.
About 3.5 hours for the 225 miles.
Reasonably, given OKC's central-US distribution role.
Other Arkansas freight lanes we dispatch
- Bentonville to Kansas City
- Bentonville to Atlanta
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- Bentonville to Nashville
- Bentonville to Springfield
- Bentonville to Little Rock
Local resources
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