This straightforward 97.3-mile drive from Clarksville, AR to North Little Rock, AR is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes. With 97% of the journey on highways, you'll spend most of your time on I-40. The estimated fuel cost is around $15, making it an economical option for a quick journey within the Southeast region. This route is primarily focused on efficient travel, so expect a direct and uncomplicated experience as you head towards your destination.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
48.7 miles from Clarksville, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 50m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 40
94.3 mi
1h 35m
South Rogers Street
1.5 mi
2m
North Main Street
0.7 mi
1m
West Main Street
0.4 mi
<1m
North College Avenue
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 94.3 mi, about 1h 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clarksville, AR and North Little Rock, AR.
1
Start on AR 103
90 ft·9 sec·North College Avenue
2
Turn left onto US 64; AR 103
0.4 mi·40 sec·West Main Street
3
Turn right onto AR 103
1.5 mi·2 min·South Rogers Street
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·29 sec
Toward I 40 East
5
Merge onto I 40
94 mi·1 hr 35 min·I 40
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
Use the right lane.
7
Turn slight right
93 ft·4 sec
8
Turn slight right onto North Main Street
0.7 mi·1 min·North Main Street
9
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of just under two hours, this route is ideal for a spontaneous day trip. You can depart at your leisure, as there's no need to break up the 97.3 miles. With no planned stops and a fuel cost of approximately $15, budgeting is simple. Pay attention to the transition from I-40 to local roads as you approach North Little Rock, as this is where the driving pace will change most noticeably. Ensure you have enough fuel before embarking on the longest 94.3-mile stretch on I-40 to avoid any unnecessary stops.
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 48.7 miles from Clarksville, AR, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 94.3 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 21 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.7 miles or 50m 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 22m
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 Clarksville, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Clarksville, AR
This is one driving day of about 97.3 miles and 1h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Clarksville, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 94.3 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 5
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 96.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip|~0m in|US 64; AR 103 / West Main Street
Turn left onto US 64; AR 103 / West Main Street
Navigation decision point
3
0.4 mi into trip|~0m in|AR 103 / South Rogers Street
Turn right onto AR 103 / South Rogers Street
Navigation decision point
5
1.9 mi into trip|~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 40 East
Navigation decision point
Toward I 40 East
3
2.1 mi into trip|~4m in|I 40
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining
5
96.4 mi into trip|~1h 39m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.69 one way
$29.39 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg34 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$16.13
$32.26
premium
$4.56
$17.46
$34.93
diesel
$5.61
$21.48
$42.97
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: 34 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
29.2
0
$10.22
$4.67
Efficient EV
24.3
0
$8.51
$3.89
EV Truck/SUV
38.9
0
$13.62
$6.23
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (68% 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
Clarksville, AR
Late night
in Clarksville on Tuesday
Local time
5:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
North Little Rock, AR
Late night
in North Little Rock on Tuesday
Local time
5:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 40m 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?
The character of this drive is overwhelmingly highway-focused, with 97% of the 97.3 miles covered on major roadways. You'll encounter a significant 94.3-mile stretch on I-40, indicating long, uninterrupted periods of driving at highway speeds. While South Rogers Street and North Main Street are part of the initial and final segments, the dominant feel is that of an interstate transit. This means you can anticipate a consistent driving pace for the majority of your trip.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 94.3 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and South Rogers Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 64; AR 103 / West Main Street.
Driving Effort1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Clarksville, AR to North Little Rock, AR is easy. At 1h 40m with 97% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 64; AR 103 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (AR 103 / South Rogers Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles: 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 94.3 miles on I 40. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 64; AR 103 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (AR 103 / South Rogers Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles: 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.
