Origin
Dover, AR
Morning in Dover on Tuesday
Local time
7:04 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dover, 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
1h 24m
Distance
79.5 mi
128 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Fair
2 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 18m
★
6 AM
1h 25m
8 AM
1h 38m
10 AM
1h 29m
12 PM
1h 28m
3 PM
1h 30m
5 PM
1h 37m
8 PM
1h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dover, AR
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 79.5-mile drive from Dover to North Little Rock, Arkansas, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 24 minutes. The majority of your journey, about 90%, will be on the interstate, making it a quick and efficient option. With an estimated fuel cost of $12, this route offers an economical way to travel within the Southeast region. It's a practical choice for those needing to get from point A to point B without much fuss, offering a direct connection between these two Arkansas communities. Consider this drive for its simplicity and speed.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 71.4 mi | 1h 12m |
| Market Street | 4.1 mi | 6m |
| North Arkansas Avenue | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| North Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 71.4 mi, about 1h 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dover, AR and North Little Rock, AR.
1
Start on AR 7
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Market Street
2
Continue on AR 7
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
North Arkansas Avenue
3
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 81
4
Merge onto I 40
71 mi
·
1 hr 12 min
·
I 40
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Use the right lane.
6
Turn slight right
93 ft
·
4 sec
7
Turn slight right onto North Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
8
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
40 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 39.8 miles from Dover, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 71.4 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
3 of 33 decision points cluster between mile 7 and 78.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
7 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 81
3
7.2 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
I 40
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining
5
78.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.01 one way
$24.01 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $13.18 | $26.36 |
| premium | $4.56 | $14.27 | $28.54 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.55 | $35.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.8 | 0 | $8.35 | $3.82 |
| Efficient EV | 19.9 | 0 | $6.96 | $3.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.8 | 0 | $11.13 | $5.09 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Destination
North Little Rock, AR
Morning in North Little Rock on Tuesday
Local time
7:04 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1h 24m 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?
Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this 79.5-mile trip, with 90% of the route utilizing major roadways like I-40. You'll encounter one significant continuous stretch of 71.4 miles on I-40, indicating long periods of consistent speed. While largely interstate, you'll also navigate portions of Market Street and North Arkansas Avenue, likely experiencing a shift in pace as you enter and exit these areas. The overall feel is one of efficiency, prioritizing direct travel over scenic detours.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
8 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 71.4 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and Market Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 7 miles in.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Dover, AR to North Little Rock, AR is easy. At 1h 24m with 90% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 7.2 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 78.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
462 ft
270 ft
Total Climb
260 ft
Total Descent
439 ft
Highest Point
462 ft
~17 mi in
Elevation Range
192 ft
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 1h 24m. Total distance: 79.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 71.4 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: at 7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 7.2 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 78.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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