Origin
Little Rock, AR
Late night in Little Rock on Tuesday
Local time
4:08 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Little Rock, AR to Ward, 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
37m
Distance
30.5 mi
49 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 35m
★
6 AM
0h 38m
8 AM
0h 44m
10 AM
0h 40m
12 PM
0h 40m
3 PM
0h 40m
5 PM
0h 44m
8 PM
0h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Little Rock, AR
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Ward, AR
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion from Little Rock to Ward, you can expect a straightforward 30.5-mile journey that typically takes about 37 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, as the short duration eliminates the need for an overnight stay. Your travel budget remains minimal, with estimated fuel costs sitting at just $5. Navigating primarily through the Southeast region of Arkansas, the drive is highly efficient for those looking to move between these two points quickly. Because the trip is so brief, you have total flexibility in your scheduling, making it an easy addition to a busy week.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 57 | 24.2 mi | 25m |
| US 67 | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| West 7th Street | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| I 30 | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Broadway Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Broadway Bridge | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| North Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Broadway Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 24.2 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Little Rock, AR and Ward, AR.
1
Start on this road
385 ft
·
35 sec
·
this road
2
Turn sharp left onto State Capitol
361 ft
·
16 sec
·
State Capitol
3
Continue on State Capitol
528 ft
·
23 sec
·
State Capitol
4
Turn left onto Capitol Mall
116 ft
·
7 sec
·
Capitol Mall
5
Turn right onto State Capitol
387 ft
·
22 sec
·
State Capitol
6
Turn left onto West 7th Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West 7th Street
7
Turn left onto US 70
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
Broadway Street
8
Continue on US 70
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
Broadway Bridge
9
Continue on North Broadway Street
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
North Broadway Street
10
Continue on West 7th Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West 7th Street
11
Turn left onto North Locust Street
46 ft
·
0 sec
·
North Locust Street
12
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
13
Merge onto I 30; US 65; US 67; US 167
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I 30; US 65; US 67; US 167
14
Keep slight right at fork onto US 67; US 167
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
US 67; US 167
Exit 143B
Toward I 40 East, US 67 North, US 167 North: Jacksonville, Memphis
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 57; US 167
24 mi
·
25 min
·
I 57; US 167
Toward Saint Louis
Use the slight left lane.
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Toward AR 319: Ward
17
Turn right onto AR 319
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
North Street
18
Keep slight right at fork onto AR 319
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Moore Street
19
Turn left onto AR 367
43 ft
·
0 sec
·
2nd Street
20
Arrive at destination
AR 367
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 145 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 5.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
State Capitol
Turn sharp left onto State Capitol
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Capitol Mall
Turn left onto Capitol Mall
Navigation decision point
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
State Capitol
Turn right onto State Capitol
Navigation decision point
7
3.8 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
US 67; US 167
Keep slight right at fork onto US 67; US 167 toward I 40 East, US 67 North, US 167 North: Jacksonville, Memphis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 143B
Toward I 40 East, US 67 North, US 167 North: Ja...
7
5.4 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
I 57; US 167
Keep slight left at fork onto I 57; US 167 toward Saint Louis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward Saint Louis
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.61 one way
$9.21 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $5.06 | $10.11 |
| premium | $4.56 | $5.47 | $10.95 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.73 | $13.47 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.20 | $1.46 |
| Efficient EV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.67 | $1.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.27 | $1.95 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Ward, AR
Late night in Ward on Tuesday
Local time
4:08 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Partly Cloudy
SSW 5 mph
6% chance
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
11 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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?
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 87% of your travel time spent on major thoroughfares. You will navigate a mix of West 7th Street, US 67, and I-57, which serves as the backbone of your journey. You can settle in for a steady pace during the longest uninterrupted stretch of 24.2 miles on I-57. Expect a consistent, functional experience behind the wheel rather than a winding backroad adventure. The route transitions smoothly between urban departure and destination, keeping your focus on efficient highway travel throughout the duration.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 24.2 mi on I 57.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and US 67. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near State Capitol.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 14 decision points packed into just 30.5 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 37m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (State Capitol): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.2 miles (Capitol Mall): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (State Capitol): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
352 ft
253 ft
Total Climb
171 ft
Total Descent
234 ft
Highest Point
352 ft
~6.5 mi in
Elevation Range
99 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Little Rock, AR and Ward, AR, road signs point toward Memphis and Saint Louis.
Memphis
3.8 mi in
|
~8m
|
via US 67; US 167
Saint Louis
5.4 mi in
|
~10m
|
via I 57; US 167
About the Cities
Starting 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 37m. Total distance: 30.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 24.2 miles on I 57. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Ward, AR before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 0.1 miles (State Capitol): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.2 miles (Capitol Mall): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (State Capitol): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Ward, 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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