This 96.2-mile drive from Danville to North Little Rock, Arkansas, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes. The route primarily utilizes I-40, making it a largely highway-focused experience. With a projected fuel cost of around $15, this is an economical option for travelers within the Southeast region. Since both the origin and destination are in Arkansas, you'll be exploring within the same state throughout your journey. This straightforward drive is well-suited for those looking for a quick and efficient transit.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
48.1 miles from Danville, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 1m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 40
68.3 mi
1h 9m
AR 27
18.1 mi
27m
Union Street
4.9 mi
5m
East Main Street
2.3 mi
3m
Main Street
0.8 mi
1m
North Main Street
0.7 mi
1m
AR 331
0.3 mi
<1m
AR 22
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 68.3 mi, about 1h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Danville, AR and North Little Rock, AR.
1
Start on AR 27
0.8 mi·1 min·Main Street
2
Turn right onto AR 27
6.1 mi·10 min·AR 27
3
Continue on this road
0.2 mi·26 sec·this road
4
Continue on AR 27
12 mi·16 min·AR 27
5
Turn sharp left onto AR 7
205 ft·12 sec·North State Highway 7
6
Continue on AR 22
374 ft·9 sec·AR 22
7
Turn right onto AR 7
4.9 mi·5 min·Union Street
8
Turn right onto US 64
2.3 mi·3 min·East Main Street
9
Turn left onto AR 331
0.3 mi·28 sec·AR 331
Use the left lane.
10
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·33 sec
Exit 84Toward I-40
11
Merge onto I 40
68 mi·1 hr 9 min·I 40
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
Use the right lane.
13
Turn slight right
93 ft·4 sec
14
Turn slight right onto North Main Street
0.7 mi·1 min·North Main Street
15
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of just under two hours, this trip offers great flexibility. You can depart at your leisure, with no pressing need to split the drive. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch on I-40 is 68.3 miles, and planning a fuel stop before or during this segment is advisable. The estimated fuel cost of $15 makes this an affordable leg of your journey. Consider leaving mid-morning to avoid potential rush hour traffic around North Little Rock.
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 48.1 miles from Danville, AR, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 68.3 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 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.1 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 32m
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 Danville, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Danville, AR
This is one driving day of about 96.2 miles and 1h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Danville, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 68.3 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 8
5 decision points cluster between mile 19.3 and 95.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
19.3 mi into trip|~29m in|AR 7 / Union Street
Turn right onto AR 7 / Union Street
Navigation decision point
4
24.2 mi into trip|~35m in|US 64 / East Main Street
Turn right onto US 64 / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
6
26.5 mi into trip|~38m in|AR 331
Turn left onto AR 331
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
26.8 mi into trip|~39m in
Take the ramp toward I-40
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Exit 84
Toward I-40
5
95.3 mi into trip|~1h 48m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.53 one way
$29.06 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg34 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$15.95
$31.90
premium
$4.56
$17.27
$34.53
diesel
$5.61
$21.24
$42.48
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: 33.7 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
28.9
0
$10.10
$4.62
Efficient EV
24.1
0
$8.42
$3.85
EV Truck/SUV
38.5
0
$13.47
$6.16
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 15, 2026
Origin
Danville, AR
Late night
in Danville on Sunday
Local time
4:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
North Little Rock, AR
Late night
in North Little Rock on Sunday
Local time
4:58 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
1 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 50m 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 highway-centric experience, with 90% of this 96.2-mile journey taking place on major roadways like I-40. You'll encounter a significant uninterrupted stretch of 68.3 miles on I-40, offering a consistent pace. The route, which also incorporates AR 27 and Union Street, provides a clear path through the Arkansas landscape. This drive is characterized by its efficiency rather than winding scenic detours, allowing for steady progress towards North Little Rock.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 68.3 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and AR 27. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 19.3 miles in near AR 7 / Union Street.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Danville, AR to North Little Rock, AR is easy. At 1h 50m with 90% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 19.3 miles (AR 7 / Union Street): Navigation decision point; at 24.2 miles (US 64 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 26.5 miles (AR 331): Lane positioning matters here.
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 68.3 miles on I 40. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 5 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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: at 19.3 miles (AR 7 / Union Street): Navigation decision point; at 24.2 miles (US 64 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 26.5 miles (AR 331): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at North Little Rock, AR before heading back.
