North Little Rock, AR to Glenwood, AR is 88.8 miles and takes about 1 hour 53 minutes via US 70 and I-30, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Southeast region, primarily within Arkansas. Expect a drive that is largely focused on highway travel, making it a straightforward journey. Given its relatively short distance and duration, this route is ideal for a single-day excursion, allowing for flexibility in your departure and arrival times.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
44.4 miles from North Little Rock, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 51m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 70
51 mi
1h 7m
I 30
30.7 mi
34m
Airport Road
5.7 mi
8m
Broadway Street
0.8 mi
1m
East 15th Street
0.3 mi
<1m
North Main Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
North Cypress Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
North 2nd Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 70
— 51 mi, about 1h 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Little Rock, AR and Glenwood, AR.
1
Start on North Main Street
443 ft·14 sec·North Main Street
2
Turn left onto East 15th Street
0.3 mi·42 sec·East 15th Street
3
Turn right onto North Cypress Street
120 ft·2 sec·North Cypress Street
4
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·16 sec
5
Merge onto I 30; US 65; US 67; US 167
3.7 mi·4 min·I 30; US 65; US 67; US 167
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 30; US 67
24 mi·26 min·I 30; US 67
Exit 138Toward TexarkanaUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on I 30; US 70
2.9 mi·3 min·I 30; US 70
8
Take the exit onto US 70
19 mi·22 min·US 70
Toward US-70 West: Hot Springs
9
Take the exit onto US 70
0.2 mi·19 sec·US 70
10
Keep slight left at fork onto US 70
11 mi·11 min·US 70
11
Take the exit onto US 70
0.2 mi·38 sec·US 70
12
Turn left onto US 70
5.7 mi·8 min·Airport Road
13
Continue on US 70
21 mi·31 min·US 70
14
Turn right onto US 70B
0.8 mi·1 min·Broadway Street
15
Turn right onto North 2nd Street
91 ft·4 sec·North 2nd Street
16
Arrive at destination
North 2nd Street
Trip Plan
With a drive time of under two hours, you have the flexibility to depart at your leisure, perhaps after a leisurely breakfast in North Little Rock. You won't need to worry about extensive fuel stops, as the estimated fuel cost is only around $13. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 51 miles on US 70, so plan any brief pauses before or after this section. Given the short duration, this trip is best suited for a same-day adventure, allowing you to maximize your time at your destination.
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 44.4 miles from North Little Rock, AR, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 51 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 20 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.4 miles or 51m 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 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Glenwood, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving North Little Rock, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from North Little Rock, AR
This is one driving day of about 88.8 miles and 1h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from North Little Rock, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 70 for about 51 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 50 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|East 15th Street
Turn left onto East 15th Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.4 mi into trip|~0m in|North Cypress Street
Turn right onto North Cypress Street
Navigation decision point
8
4.2 mi into trip|~5m in|I 30; US 67
Keep slight right at fork onto I 30; US 67 toward Texarkana
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 138
Toward Texarkana
4
31.2 mi into trip|~35m in|US 70
Take the exit onto US 70 toward US-70 West: Hot Springs
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward US-70 West: Hot Springs
4
50 mi into trip|~59m in|US 70
Keep slight left at fork onto US 70
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.41 one way
$26.82 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg31 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$14.72
$29.44
premium
$4.56
$15.94
$31.88
diesel
$5.61
$19.61
$39.21
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
26.6
0
$9.32
$4.26
Efficient EV
22.2
0
$7.77
$3.55
EV Truck/SUV
35.5
0
$12.43
$5.68
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
North Little Rock, AR
Morning
in North Little Rock on Sunday
Local time
9:39 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Glenwood, AR
Morning
in Glenwood on Sunday
Local time
9:39 AM
CDT
Current temp
72°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
5 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
1h 53m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Hot Springs National Park
National Park
Hot Springs National Park has a rich cultural past. The grand architecture of our historic bathhouses is equally matched by the natural curiosities that have been drawing people here for hundreds of y...
4 mi from route
~10 min detour
Free
near mile 58.1
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 92% of the journey on highways. You'll experience a significant stretch of 51 miles on US 70, offering a consistent pace. The drive utilizes major roadways like US 70 and I-30, ensuring a predominantly fast-paced experience. While the highway share is high, the overall character is one of efficient travel rather than winding scenic byways.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 51 mi on US 70.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 70 and I 30. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near East 15th Street.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 88.8 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East 15th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (North Cypress Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.2 miles (I 30; US 67): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 53m. Total distance: 88.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 51 miles on US 70. 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 Glenwood, 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 (East 15th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (North Cypress Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.2 miles (I 30; US 67): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Hot Springs National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Glenwood, AR before heading back.
