Earle, AR to North Little Rock, AR is 119.6 miles and takes about 2 hours 11 minutes via I 40, with a fuel budget near $18 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Arkansas, moving from the Southeast region to the Southeast region. It's a straightforward drive primarily on the interstate, making it a convenient option for a quick transit or a day trip. Given its manageable duration and the direct route, it's best suited for travelers looking for efficiency rather than extensive sightseeing.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
59.8 miles from Earle, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 9m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 40
106.6 mi
1h 48m
Lee Avenue
9.7 mi
17m
North Main Street
0.7 mi
1m
2nd Street
0.4 mi
<1m
Barton Street
0.3 mi
<1m
John F Kennedy Boulevard
0.3 mi
<1m
Arkansas Avenue
0.3 mi
<1m
Cross Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 106.6 mi, about 1h 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Earle, AR and North Little Rock, AR.
1
Start on US 64
0.1 mi·15 sec·US 64
2
Turn left onto AR 149
0.3 mi·42 sec·Barton Street
3
Turn left onto US 64B
0.4 mi·49 sec·2nd Street
4
Turn right onto AR 149
0.1 mi·11 sec·Park Street
5
Continue on AR 149
0.2 mi·29 sec·Cross Street
6
At end of road, turn left onto AR 149
0.3 mi·27 sec·Arkansas Avenue
7
Continue on AR 149
461 ft·11 sec·Arkansas Street
8
Turn right onto AR 149
9.7 mi·17 min·Lee Avenue
9
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·48 sec
Toward I 40 West: Little Rock
10
Merge onto I 40
107 mi·1 hr 48 min·I 40
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi·24 sec
Toward John F Kennedy Boulevard
12
Turn straight onto Calvary Road
0.2 mi·18 sec·Calvary Road
13
Turn left onto AR 107
0.3 mi·34 sec·John F Kennedy Boulevard
14
Continue on North Main Street
0.7 mi·1 min·North Main Street
15
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
Trip Plan
With a total drive time of just over two hours, this route offers significant flexibility. You can comfortably depart anytime in the morning and still arrive with plenty of daylight to spare. Since the longest stretch on I 40 is over 100 miles, plan your fuel stops accordingly before you get too low, as services can be spaced out on the interstate. Given the short duration, there's no need to split the drive; instead, focus on a smooth, uninterrupted transit. Keep an eye on the time, as the 2 hour 11 minute estimate can stretch if you hit any unexpected traffic near 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 59.8 miles from Earle, AR, or about 1h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 106.6 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 26 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.8 miles or 1h 9m 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 48m
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 Earle, 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 Earle, AR
This is one driving day of about 119.6 miles and 2h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Earle, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 106.6 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 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 11.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.5 mi into trip|~0m in|US 64B / 2nd Street
Turn left onto US 64B / 2nd Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.9 mi into trip|~1m in|AR 149 / Park Street
Turn right onto AR 149 / Park Street
Navigation decision point
5
1.3 mi into trip|~2m in|AR 149 / Arkansas Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto AR 149 / Arkansas Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
11.3 mi into trip|~20m in
Take the ramp toward I 40 West: Little Rock
Navigation decision point
Toward I 40 West: Little Rock
5
11.7 mi into trip|~21m in|I 40
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.06 one way
$36.12 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg42 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$19.83
$39.66
premium
$4.56
$21.47
$42.93
diesel
$5.61
$26.41
$52.81
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
35.9
0
$12.56
$5.74
Efficient EV
29.9
0
$10.46
$4.78
EV Truck/SUV
47.8
0
$16.74
$7.65
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (67% 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
Earle, AR
Late night
in Earle on Tuesday
Local time
3:52 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
North Little Rock, AR
Late night
in North Little Rock on Tuesday
Local time
3:52 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
3 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
2h 11m 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?
This drive is overwhelmingly highway-focused, with 89% of the journey utilizing major highways like I 40. You'll experience a longest uninterrupted stretch of 106.6 miles on I 40, which means extended periods of consistent speed and minimal need for complex navigation. The character is that of a functional interstate drive, designed for covering distance efficiently. While the initial and final segments might involve local roads like Lee Avenue and North Main Street, the bulk of your time will be spent on the main thoroughfare.
89% 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: 106.6 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and Lee Avenue. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near US 64B / 2nd Street.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Earle, AR to North Little Rock, AR is easy. At 2h 11m with 89% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (US 64B / 2nd Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (AR 149 / Park Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (AR 149 / Arkansas Avenue): 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 106.6 miles on I 40. 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: at 0.5 miles (US 64B / 2nd Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (AR 149 / Park Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (AR 149 / Arkansas Avenue): 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.
