For a quick transition from Southeast Arkansas to the North Little Rock area, this 100.8-mile journey is an efficient trip that clocks in at approximately two hours of driving time. Because the distance is relatively short, you can easily complete the entire trek in a single day without needing an overnight stop. Budgeting about $15 for fuel should cover your travel costs, making this an economical option for commuters or weekend travelers. You will primarily utilize US 167 and US 79, navigating through the Sheridan Bypass to maintain a steady pace. It is a straightforward, highway-focused route that prioritizes speed and directness over winding detours, ideal if you want to reach your destination with minimal fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
50.4 miles from Camden, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 1m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 167
50.4 mi
59m
US 79
27.4 mi
31m
Sheridan Bypass
17.9 mi
20m
Van Buren Street Northwest
3.8 mi
5m
US 79B
0.4 mi
<1m
East 15th Street
0.3 mi
<1m
West Washington Street
0.2 mi
<1m
North Main Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 167
— 50.4 mi, about 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Camden, AR and North Little Rock, AR.
1
Start on US 278B
37 ft·8 sec·West Washington Street
2
Continue on US 79B
0.2 mi·21 sec·West Washington Street
Use the left lane.
3
Turn left onto US 79B
301 ft·6 sec·Harrison Avenue Northwest
4
Turn right onto US 79B
3.8 mi·5 min·Van Buren Street Northwest
5
Turn left onto US 79B
0.4 mi·38 sec·US 79B
6
Turn left onto US 79
27 mi·31 min·US 79
7
Turn left onto US 167
36 mi·44 min·US 167
8
Continue on US 167
18 mi·20 min·Sheridan Bypass
9
Keep slight left at fork onto US 167
14 mi·15 min·US 167
Toward I 530 North, US 65 North, US 167 North: Little Rock
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi·21 sec
Toward Curtis Sykes Drive
11
Turn straight onto North Locust Street
106 ft·7 sec·North Locust Street
12
Turn left onto East 15th Street
0.3 mi·50 sec·East 15th Street
13
Turn right onto North Main Street
443 ft·8 sec·North Main Street
14
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable two-hour trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though leaving during off-peak hours can help you avoid potential congestion as you approach the North Little Rock area. Because there are no mandatory stops scheduled for the 100.8-mile distance, feel free to pace the drive according to your own energy levels. Keep in mind that while the route is highway-focused, staying alert during the 50.4-mile stretch on US 167 is essential for a safe journey. Given the $15 fuel estimate, filling up your tank before leaving Camden ensures you won't need to worry about refueling until you reach your destination. Use the Sheridan Bypass to maintain your momentum and bypass local traffic bottlenecks effectively.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 50.4 miles from Camden, AR, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 50.4 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 22 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.4 miles or 1h 1m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North Little Rock, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Camden, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Camden, AR
This is one driving day of about 100.8 miles and 2h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Camden, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 167 for about 50.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 100.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|US 79B / West Washington Street
Continue onto US 79B / West Washington Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|US 79B / Harrison Avenue Northwest
Turn left onto US 79B / Harrison Avenue Northwest
Navigation decision point
4
4.5 mi into trip|~7m in|US 79
Turn left onto US 79
Navigation decision point
6
86 mi into trip|~1h 43m in|US 167
Keep slight left at fork onto US 167 toward I 530 North, US 65 North, US 167 North: Little Rock
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 530 North, US 65 North, US 167 North:...
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100.2 mi into trip|~1h 59m in
Take the exit toward Curtis Sykes Drive
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward Curtis Sykes Drive
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.22 one way
$30.45 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg35 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$16.71
$33.42
premium
$4.56
$18.09
$36.18
diesel
$5.61
$22.26
$44.51
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
30.2
0
$10.58
$4.84
Efficient EV
25.2
0
$8.82
$4.03
EV Truck/SUV
40.3
0
$14.11
$6.45
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026
Origin
Camden, AR
Late night
in Camden on Tuesday
Local time
4:23 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
North Little Rock, AR
Late night
in North Little Rock on Tuesday
Local time
4:23 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
77°F
Sheridan, AR
50 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
3 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a drive that is defined by its efficiency, with 78% of your time spent on highways. The road's personality is consistent and functional, focusing on getting you from point A to point B without unnecessary complexity. You will encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 50.4 miles on US 167, which allows for a relaxed and predictable flow behind the wheel. As you transition from the rural Southeast Arkansas landscape toward the more developed North Little Rock region, the road remains highly navigable. This is a practical, no-nonsense drive that rewards drivers who prefer steady highway cruising over technical, stop-and-go local roads.
78% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 50.4 mi on US 167.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 167 and US 79. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 79B / West Washington Street.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 79B / West Washington Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.2 miles (US 79B / Harrison Avenue Northwest): Navigation decision point; at 4.5 miles (US 79): Navigation decision point.
North Little Rock is in the Central region of Arkansas. Previously known as Argenta, it became known as North Little Rock after an unsuccessful annexation attempt by Little Rock.
It's prudent not to go flouting your collection of prized jewelry when roaming the streets of North Little Rock, as the community can be a little sketch.
The longest stretch is about 50.4 miles on US 167. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 79B / West Washington Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.2 miles (US 79B / Harrison Avenue Northwest): Navigation decision point; at 4.5 miles (US 79): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at North Little Rock, AR before heading back.
