Traveling from Dermott to Little Rock covers 115.7 miles through the southeast region of Arkansas. Expect a straightforward drive that typically takes about 2 hours and 16 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. You will primarily navigate via US 65, the Wiley A. Branton Sr. Highway, and US 165. With an estimated fuel cost of $18, this journey is quite budget-friendly for solo drivers or small groups. Since the route remains within the same region, you won't experience drastic climate or landscape shifts, allowing for a predictable and efficient commute. Whether you are heading to the capital for business or a quick getaway, this trek is easily manageable without needing an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
57.8 miles from Dermott, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 12m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 65
61.7 mi
1h 16m
Wiley A Branton Sr Highway
46.7 mi
48m
US 165
2 mi
3m
East Speedway Street
1.8 mi
3m
Wilbur D. Mills Freeway
1.4 mi
1m
I 30
1.2 mi
1m
State Capitol
<0.1 mi
<1m
West 7th Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 65
— 61.7 mi, about 1h 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dermott, AR and Little Rock, AR.
1
Start on South Main Street
162 ft·9 sec·South Main Street
2
Turn left onto AR 35
1.8 mi·3 min·East Speedway Street
3
Turn left onto US 165
2.0 mi·3 min·US 165
4
At end of road, turn left onto US 65; US 165; US 278
60 mi·1 hr 13 min·US 65; US 165; US 278
5
Continue on US 65; US 425
2.2 mi·3 min·US 65; US 425
6
Continue on I 530; US 65
47 mi·48 min·Wiley A Branton Sr Highway
7
Continue on I 30; US 65; US 67; US 167
1.2 mi·1 min·I 30; US 65; US 67; US 167
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi·54 sec
Toward I 630
9
Continue on I 630
1.4 mi·1 min·Wilbur D. Mills Freeway
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi·26 sec
11
Turn right onto Dr Martin Luther King Drive
188 ft·13 sec·Dr Martin Luther King Drive
12
Turn left onto West 7th Street
408 ft·13 sec·West 7th Street
Use the left lane.
13
Turn right onto State Capitol
503 ft·22 sec·State Capitol
14
Turn slight right
260 ft·19 sec
15
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. Because there are no mandatory stops scheduled for the 2-hour and 16-minute transit, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you leave, as the $18 fuel budget assumes a direct run. Keep in mind that your longest segment is the 61.7-mile stretch on US 65, so plan your personal breaks accordingly before or after hitting that portion of the route. If you are sensitive to heavy traffic, checking local reports before entering the Little Rock area is a smart move. Staying alert during the transition between the highway sections will help you navigate the route's mixed profile with ease.
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 57.8 miles from Dermott, AR, or about 1h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 61.7 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 25 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 57.8 miles or 1h 12m 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 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Little Rock, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Dermott, 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 Dermott, AR
This is one driving day of about 115.7 miles and 2h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Dermott, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 65 for about 61.7 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 0 and 115.5 — 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|AR 35 / East Speedway Street
Turn left onto AR 35 / East Speedway Street
Navigation decision point
4
1.8 mi into trip|~3m in|US 165
Turn left onto US 165
Navigation decision point
4
3.8 mi into trip|~6m in|US 65; US 165; US 278
At end of road, turn left onto US 65; US 165; US 278
Navigation decision point
7
115.4 mi into trip|~2h 15m in|West 7th Street
Turn left onto West 7th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
115.5 mi into trip|~2h 16m in|State Capitol
Turn right onto State Capitol
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.47 one way
$34.95 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg41 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$19.18
$38.36
premium
$4.56
$20.77
$41.53
diesel
$5.61
$25.55
$51.09
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
34.7
0
$12.15
$5.55
Efficient EV
28.9
0
$10.12
$4.63
EV Truck/SUV
46.3
0
$16.20
$7.40
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (65% 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
Dermott, AR
Late night
in Dermott on Sunday
Local time
2:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Little Rock, AR
Late night
in Little Rock on Sunday
Local time
2:58 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
2 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 16m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Arkansas Post National Memorial
National Memorial
Located at the confluence of two rivers, Arkansas Post has served as a gathering place for many cultures throughout human history - it represents cultural cooperation, conflict, synthesis, and diversi...
13 mi from route
~32 min detour
Free
near mile 31.9
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip features a mixed-drive profile that balances local connections with faster highway transit. Approximately 57% of your time will be spent on highways, providing a steady pace for the majority of the 115.7-mile distance. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on US 65, which spans 61.7 miles of the journey. As you move between the Wiley A. Branton Sr. Highway and US 165, the environment shifts from rural corridors to more developed areas as you approach Little Rock. You should prepare for a consistent driving experience that requires focused attention on shifting road types rather than just a monotonous interstate grind.
57% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 61.7 mi on US 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near AR 35 / East Speedway Street.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Dermott, AR to Little Rock, AR is easy. At 2h 16m with 57% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (AR 35 / East Speedway Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles (US 165): Navigation decision point; at 3.8 miles (US 65; US 165; US 278): Navigation decision point.
Little Rock is the capital and the largest city of the state of Arkansas. Little Rock is a cultural, economic, government, and transportation center within Arkansas and the American South. Several cultural institutions are in Little Rock, along with hiking, boating, and other outdoor recreational opportunities. Little Rock's history is available through history museums, historic districts or neighborhoods.
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 61.7 miles on US 65. 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 (AR 35 / East Speedway Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles (US 165): Navigation decision point; at 3.8 miles (US 65; US 165; US 278): Navigation decision point.
Yes — Arkansas Post National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Little Rock, AR before heading back.
