Highland, AR to North Little Rock, AR is 134.3 miles and takes about 2 hours 51 minutes via US 167, with a fuel budget near $20 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Southeast region and entirely within Arkansas, making it a straightforward drive. Expect a mixed driving experience as you transition from smaller roads to more substantial highways. With a recommended single day of travel, this route is ideal for a quick transition or a day trip. The relatively short distance and manageable duration mean you won't be spending excessive time on the road.
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
67.1 miles from Highland, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 38m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 167
55.2 mi
56m
Batesville Boulevard
32.9 mi
43m
North Saint Louis Street
14.4 mi
22m
Ash Flat Drive
11.9 mi
17m
Evening Shade Drive
9.5 mi
14m
US 62
4.6 mi
5m
North Main Street
2.8 mi
4m
I 40
1.2 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
US 167
— 55.2 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Highland, AR and North Little Rock, AR.
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Start on West Lakeshore Drive
415 ft·18 sec·West Lakeshore Drive
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Turn right onto Timberlane Drive
418 ft·18 sec·Timberlane Drive
3
Turn left onto Ridgecrest Drive
0.3 mi·1 min·Ridgecrest Drive
4
Continue on Ridgecrest Drive
0.5 mi·2 min·Ridgecrest Drive
5
At end of road, turn left onto Rebel Drive
0.2 mi·43 sec·Rebel Drive
6
Turn right onto US 62; US 412
4.6 mi·5 min·US 62; US 412
7
Continue on US 167
12 mi·17 min·Ash Flat Drive
8
Continue on US 167
9.5 mi·14 min·Evening Shade Drive
9
Continue on US 167; AR 58
2.1 mi·3 min·North Main Street
10
Continue on US 167
14 mi·22 min·North Saint Louis Street
11
Continue on US 167; AR 25
33 mi·43 min·Batesville Boulevard
12
Take the exit onto US 167
55 mi·56 min·US 167
13
Merge onto I 40; US 167
1.2 mi·1 min·I 40; US 167
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi·24 sec
Toward John F Kennedy Boulevard
15
Turn straight onto Calvary Road
0.2 mi·18 sec·Calvary Road
16
Turn left onto AR 107
0.3 mi·34 sec·John F Kennedy Boulevard
17
Continue on North Main Street
0.7 mi·1 min·North Main Street
18
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
Trip Plan
Given this is a one-day trip covering 134.3 miles, you have considerable flexibility with your departure time. Leaving in the morning will give you ample daylight to complete the approximately 2 hour and 51 minute drive. The estimated fuel cost is around $20, so ensure your tank is adequately filled before departing Highland, AR. There is one recommended stop, which could be strategically placed around the midpoint of your drive to break up the 55.2-mile longest stretch on US 167. Pay attention to local road conditions as you transition into 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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 67.1 miles from Highland, AR, or about 1h 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.2 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 30 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 67.1 miles or 1h 38m 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 25m
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 Highland, 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 Highland, AR
This is one driving day of about 134.3 miles and 2h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Highland, 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 167 for about 55.2 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 7
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 132.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Timberlane Drive
Turn right onto Timberlane Drive
Navigation decision point
4
1 mi into trip|~4m in|Rebel Drive
At end of road, turn left onto Rebel Drive
Navigation decision point
4
1.2 mi into trip|~4m in|US 62; US 412
Turn right onto US 62; US 412
Navigation decision point
4
76.5 mi into trip|~1h 51m in|US 167
Take the exit onto US 167
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
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132.9 mi into trip|~2h 49m in
Take the exit toward John F Kennedy Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward John F Kennedy Boulevard
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.28 one way
$40.56 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg47 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$22.27
$44.53
premium
$4.56
$24.11
$48.21
diesel
$5.61
$29.65
$59.30
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 47 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
40.3
0
$14.10
$6.45
Efficient EV
33.6
0
$11.75
$5.37
EV Truck/SUV
53.7
0
$18.80
$8.60
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 kg (66% 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
Highland, AR
Late night
in Highland on Sunday
Local time
4:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
North Little Rock, AR
Late night
in North Little Rock on Sunday
Local time
4:55 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
2h 51m 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 offers a varied experience, with 45% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter stretches like Batesville Boulevard and North Saint Louis Street, interspersed with the more substantial US 167. The longest continuous stretch you'll navigate is 55.2 miles along US 167, providing a good opportunity to settle in. The profile is described as a 'mixed drive,' indicating you'll experience both faster-paced highway sections and potentially slower, more local road segments as you approach your destination. This blend means you'll need to adjust your driving style throughout the trip.
45% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 55.2 mi on US 167.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
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 around 0.1 miles in near Timberlane Drive.
Driving Effort1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Highland, AR to North Little Rock, AR is easy. At 2h 51m with 45% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Timberlane Drive): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (Rebel Drive): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (US 62; US 412): 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 55.2 miles on US 167. 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 0.1 miles (Timberlane Drive): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (Rebel Drive): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (US 62; US 412): 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.
