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Trip from Kibler, AR to Little Rock, AR

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 37m

Distance

147.9 mi

238 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$22

one way

EV Charging

Fair

2 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 31 min
4 AM
2h 27m ★
6 AM
2h 37m
8 AM
2h 58m
10 AM
2h 44m
12 PM
2h 42m
3 PM
2h 45m
5 PM
2h 57m
8 PM
2h 31m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Kibler, AR, AR

Kibler, AR

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Downtown Little Rock, AR, AR

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Trip Overview

This 147.9-mile drive from Kibler, Arkansas, to Little Rock, Arkansas, is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in a single day, taking approximately 2 hours and 37 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $22, it's an economical option for a quick trip within the Southeast region. The route is overwhelmingly highway-focused, with 94% of the drive on major roads, making it a convenient option for those looking to cover ground efficiently. You'll spend the majority of your time on I-40, which is the longest uninterrupted stretch at 138.3 miles. This drive is ideal if you're seeking a practical and swift connection between these two Arkansas locations without extensive detours.

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

74 miles from Kibler, AR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 18m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 40 138.3 mi 2h 18m
Henry Street 2 mi 3m
East Kibler Highway 1.8 mi 3m
Pike Avenue 1.5 mi 2m
West 3rd Street 0.8 mi 1m
Marsha Woolly Drive 0.7 mi 1m
West Broadway Street 0.5 mi <1m
Broadway Bridge 0.5 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 40 — 138.3 mi, about 2h 18m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Kibler, AR and Little Rock, AR.

1

Start on Thornhill Street

72 ft · 5 sec · Thornhill Street
2

Turn right onto AR 162

1.8 mi · 3 min · East Kibler Highway
3

Continue on AR 162

2.0 mi · 3 min · Henry Street
4

Continue on AR 162

0.7 mi · 1 min · Marsha Woolly Drive
5

Turn left onto US 64; AR 162

0.2 mi · 20 sec · US Highway 64 East
6

Turn slight right

0.1 mi · 24 sec
7

Turn slight right onto US 71B; AR 162

0.2 mi · 20 sec · US Highway 71 North
8

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 40 sec
9

Merge onto I 40

138 mi · 2 hr 18 min · I 40
10

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 22 sec
Toward AR 365
11

Turn straight onto AR 365

0.4 mi · 36 sec · Mac Arthur Drive
12

Continue on AR 365

1.5 mi · 2 min · Pike Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
13

Enter roundabout onto AR 365

289 ft · 5 sec · West Broadway Street
14

Continue on AR 365

0.4 mi · 48 sec · West Broadway Street
15

Turn right onto US 70

0.5 mi · 42 sec · Broadway Bridge
16

Continue on US 70

0.2 mi · 24 sec · Broadway Street
17

Turn right onto West 3rd Street

0.8 mi · 1 min · West 3rd Street
18

Turn left onto State Capitol

314 ft · 13 sec · State Capitol
19

Continue on State Capitol

440 ft · 20 sec · State Capitol
20

Continue on State Capitol

415 ft · 25 sec · State Capitol
21

Turn sharp left

260 ft · 19 sec
22

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Given that this 147.9-mile journey takes under 3 hours, it's perfectly suited for a single-day trip. You could depart anytime in the morning and still arrive with plenty of daylight. With only one recommended stop and a substantial 138.3-mile stretch on I-40, plan for a fuel and rest break around the halfway point or when you feel it's needed. The estimated fuel cost of $22 is quite reasonable, but it's always wise to check your tank before leaving Kibler. Keep an eye out for the transition from I-40 to your specific exit in Little Rock, as navigating urban areas can sometimes require extra attention.

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 74 miles from Kibler, AR, or about 1h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 138.3 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 33 miles or 37m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 74 miles or 1h 18m 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 6m

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 Kibler, 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 Kibler, AR

This is one driving day of about 147.9 miles and 2h 37m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Kibler, 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 I 40 for about 138.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Atkins, AR, AR

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Atkins, AR

74 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.

Popular next leg

Atkins, AR to Little Rock, AR

62.7 mi · 1h 8m

Pacing Suggestions

Coal Hill, AR

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Russellville, AR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 74 miles from Kibler, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 138.3 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · around the midpoint

Old South Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Russellville, Arkansas

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset · 1h 19m in / 1h 18m to go 0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+14799683789

Visit website

Chick-fil-A

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Russellville, Arkansas

1.9 mi

Old South Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Russellville, Arkansas

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+14799683789

Visit website

Chick-fil-A

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour Inexpensiv

Russellville, Arkansas

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+14799670220

Visit website

Wiederkehr Wine Cellar & Weinkeller Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

Early stretch 3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20

Wiederkehr Village, Arkansas

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+14794689463

Visit website

Crosswoods Restaurant & Sports Club

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~11 min detour

Early stretch 4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour Moderately

Clarksville, Arkansas

Hours: 3 pm–12 am

+14797548080

Visit website

The Purple Cow Restaurant (North Little Rock)

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~12 min detour

Home stretch 4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20

North Little Rock, Arkansas

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+15019047269

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

Final third 3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour

Conway, Arkansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Conway, Arkansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

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 and 147.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

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0 mi into trip | ~0m in | AR 162 / East Kibler Highway

Turn right onto AR 162 / East Kibler Highway

Navigation decision point

4
4.5 mi into trip | ~8m in | US 64; AR 162 / US Highway 64 East

Turn left onto US 64; AR 162 / US Highway 64 East

Navigation decision point

4
143.7 mi into trip | ~2h 28m in

Take the exit toward AR 365

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward AR 365
4
145.7 mi into trip | ~2h 32m in | AR 365 / West Broadway Street

Enter roundabout onto AR 365 / West Broadway Street

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

6
147.9 mi into trip | ~2h 36m in

Turn sharp left

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$22.34 one way

$44.67 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 52 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.21 $24.52 $49.04
premium $4.56 $26.55 $53.09
diesel $5.61 $32.65 $65.31

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$22

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$47–$72

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 51.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 44.4 0 $15.53 $7.10
Efficient EV 37 0 $12.94 $5.92
EV Truck/SUV 59.2 0 $20.71 $9.47

Gas CO2

52 kg

EV CO2

17 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 16, 2026

Origin

Kibler, AR

Late night in Kibler on Tuesday

Local time

5:35 AM

CDT

Current temp

76°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Little Rock, AR

Late night in Little Rock on Tuesday

Local time

5:35 AM

CDT

Current temp

82°F

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

SW 10 mph 41% chance 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

6 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 37m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 94% of the drive occurring on major roadways like I-40. This means you'll encounter consistent speeds for extended periods, especially during the longest stretch of 138.3 miles on I-40. While the initial and final segments might involve local roads like Henry Street and East Kibler Highway, the bulk of your time will be spent on the interstate. This type of profile generally offers a predictable driving experience, allowing for a steady pace as you traverse the landscape between Kibler and Little Rock.

94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 138.3 mi on I 40.

How Hard Is This Drive?

2/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and Henry Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near AR 162 / East Kibler Highway.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Kibler, AR to Little Rock, AR is easy. At 2h 37m with 94% 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 162 / East Kibler Highway): Navigation decision point; at 4.5 miles (US 64; AR 162 / US Highway 64 East): Navigation decision point; at 143.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.

About the Cities

Arriving in Little Rock, AR

Full guide →

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.

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 37m. Total distance: 147.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (94%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 138.3 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: near the start (AR 162 / East Kibler Highway): Navigation decision point; at 4.5 miles (US 64; AR 162 / US Highway 64 East): Navigation decision point; at 143.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at 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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