Origin
Dierks, AR
Morning in Dierks on Tuesday
Local time
8:27 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dierks, AR to North Little Rock, AR
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 46m
Distance
124.2 mi
200 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 35m
★
6 AM
2h 46m
8 AM
3h 8m
10 AM
2h 54m
12 PM
2h 52m
3 PM
2h 55m
5 PM
3h 7m
8 PM
2h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dierks, AR
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Trip Overview
Dierks, AR to North Little Rock, AR is 124.2 miles and takes about 2h 46m via US 70, with a fuel budget near $19 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Southeast region, traveling from one part of Arkansas to another. The drive is primarily on highways, offering a straightforward journey for a single-day excursion. Given its manageable distance and duration, it's a good option if you're looking for a relatively quick transition between locations without an overnight stop.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
62.1 miles from Dierks, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 32m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 70 | 64.3 mi | 1h 26m |
| Main Avenue | 26.5 mi | 39m |
| East Grand Avenue | 18.2 mi | 22m |
| Doctor Martin Luther King, Junior Expressway | 10 mi | 10m |
| I 30 | 4.4 mi | 5m |
| East 15th Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Locust Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 70
— 64.3 mi, about 1h 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dierks, AR and North Little Rock, AR.
1
Start on East 3rd Street
102 ft
·
6 sec
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East 3rd Street
2
Turn right onto US 70
26 mi
·
39 min
·
Main Avenue
3
Turn left onto US 70
37 mi
·
54 min
·
US 70
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward US 70, US 270 East: Malvern
5
Merge onto US 70; US 270
10.0 mi
·
10 min
·
Doctor Martin Luther King, Junior Expressway
6
Take the exit onto US 70
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 70
7
Merge onto US 70
18 mi
·
22 min
·
East Grand Avenue
8
Keep slight left at fork onto US 70
27 mi
·
30 min
·
US 70
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 30; US 67
0.7 mi
·
49 sec
·
I 30; US 67
10
Continue on I 30; US 65; US 67; US 167
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
I 30; US 65; US 67; US 167
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward Curtis Sykes Drive
12
Turn straight onto North Locust Street
106 ft
·
7 sec
·
North Locust Street
13
Turn left onto East 15th Street
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
East 15th Street
14
Turn right onto North Main Street
443 ft
·
8 sec
·
North Main Street
15
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
Trip Plan
With a drive time under three hours, this route is easily completed in a single day, offering flexibility for when you depart. Consider leaving in the morning to maximize daylight and allow for any minor delays. You'll encounter one recommended stop along the way, and the fuel cost is estimated at $19, so plan accordingly. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach the longest stretch of 64.3 miles on US 70 to ensure you have enough to comfortably complete it.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 62.1 miles from Dierks, AR, or about 1h 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 64.3 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 27 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 62.1 miles or 1h 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 19m
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 Dierks, 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 Dierks, AR
This is one driving day of about 124.2 miles and 2h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Dierks, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 70 for about 64.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
62 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 62.1 miles from Dierks, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 70 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 64.3 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 119.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 70 / Main Avenue
Turn right onto US 70 / Main Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
26.5 mi into trip
|
~39m in
|
US 70
Turn left onto US 70
Navigation decision point
4
63.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 34m in
Take the ramp toward US 70, US 270 East: Malvern
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 70, US 270 East: Malvern
4
92.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 8m in
|
US 70
Keep slight left at fork onto US 70
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
119.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 39m in
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I 30; US 67
Keep slight left at fork onto I 30; US 67
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.76 one way
$37.51 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
44 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $20.59 | $41.18 |
| premium | $4.56 | $22.29 | $44.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $27.42 | $54.84 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37.3 | 0 | $13.04 | $5.96 |
| Efficient EV | 31.1 | 0 | $10.87 | $4.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 49.7 | 0 | $17.39 | $7.95 |
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
15 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.
Destination
North Little Rock, AR
Morning in North Little Rock on Tuesday
Local time
8:27 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 46m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is largely highway-focused, with 63% of the journey utilizing major roadways. You'll experience stretches like the 64.3-mile segment on US 70, which provides a consistent pace. The road character will likely feel familiar, moving from local roads to more open highway conditions as you progress. Expect a fairly direct route that prioritizes efficiency over winding, scenic byways.
63% 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: 64.3 mi on US 70.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 70 and Main Avenue. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 70 / Main Avenue.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 124.2 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 70 / Main Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 26.5 miles (US 70): Navigation decision point; at 63.4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
About the Cities
Arriving in North Little Rock, AR
Full guide →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.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 46m. Total distance: 124.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 64.3 miles on US 70. 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 70 / Main Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 26.5 miles (US 70): Navigation decision point; at 63.4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at North Little Rock, AR before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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