Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
30m
Distance
27.3 mi
44 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ward, AR
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If you are planning a quick excursion from North Little Rock to Ward, you are looking at a very manageable 27.3-mile trip. This drive typically takes about 30 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day journey. You will spend the vast majority of your time on major roadways, specifically I-40 and I-57, as you transition between these two Southeast Arkansas locations. With a fuel budget of approximately $4, it is an economical route that requires zero intermediate stops. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a brief visit, this highway-focused path provides a straightforward, no-nonsense connection between the two cities.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 57 | 24.2 mi | 25m |
| I 40 | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| East 19th Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| I-30 Frontage Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Moore Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 2nd Street | <0.1 mi | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Step-by-step road directions between North Little Rock, AR and Ward, AR.
Start on North Main Street
Turn right onto East 19th Street
Turn left onto I-30 Frontage Road
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 40
Keep slight left at fork onto I 57; US 167
Take the exit
Turn right onto AR 319
Keep slight right at fork onto AR 319
Turn left onto AR 367
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 27.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto East 19th Street
Navigation decision point
Keep slight left at fork onto I 57; US 167 toward Saint Louis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward AR 319: Ward
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Keep slight right at fork onto AR 319 / Moore Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Turn left onto AR 367 / 2nd Street
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$4.12 one way
$8.25 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $4.53 | $9.05 |
| premium | $4.56 | $4.90 | $9.80 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.03 | $12.05 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.87 | $1.31 |
| Efficient EV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.39 | $1.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.82 | $1.75 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in North Little Rock on Tuesday
Local time
3:50 AM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Late night in Ward on Tuesday
Local time
3:50 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Expect a high-speed, interstate-heavy experience, as 94% of this 27.3-mile trek takes place on highways. You will spend your time navigating a mix of I-40 and I-57, with the latter providing the longest uninterrupted segment of 24.2 miles. This is a practical, utilitarian drive rather than a winding scenic tour, designed for efficiency and speed. Once you exit the local streets of North Little Rock, the road settles into a steady, consistent pace that remains uniform until you reach the outskirts of Ward. It is a straightforward transit that prioritizes arrival time over winding backroads.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and I 40. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near East 19th Street.
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 27.3 miles you will encounter 9 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 0.2 miles (East 19th Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.2 miles (I 57; US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
158 ft
Total Descent
175 ft
Highest Point
336 ft
~3.4 mi in
Elevation Range
101 ft
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from North Little Rock, AR to Ward, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Saint Louis along the way.
Saint Louis
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.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 30m. Total distance: 27.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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