Origin
Perryville, AR
Late night in Perryville on Sunday
Local time
5:06 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Perryville, AR to North Little Rock, AR
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 5m
Distance
45.9 mi
74 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 0m
★
6 AM
1h 5m
8 AM
1h 16m
10 AM
1h 9m
12 PM
1h 8m
3 PM
1h 10m
5 PM
1h 15m
8 PM
1h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Perryville, AR
Andrea Piacquadio
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Perryville to North Little Rock, you are in for a straightforward 45.8-mile journey that typically takes about 56 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a quick day trip, as it requires only a single day to complete. With fuel costs estimated at around $7, it is an economical drive that keeps your travel budget in check. You will be traveling entirely within the Southeast region of Arkansas, moving from a smaller local area toward the more urban environment of North Little Rock. Given the short duration and distance, there is no need to plan for an overnight stay, making this a highly efficient transit route.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| AR 10 | 17.9 mi | 25m |
| State Highway 10 | 16.7 mi | 24m |
| I 40 | 4.7 mi | 5m |
| I 430 | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| Fourche Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| North Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Aplin Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Pine Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
AR 10
— 17.9 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Perryville, AR and North Little Rock, AR.
1
Start on North Pine Street
223 ft
·
11 sec
·
North Pine Street
2
Turn right onto AR 60
477 ft
·
11 sec
·
Aplin Street
3
At end of road, turn right onto AR 9; AR 10
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Fourche Avenue
4
Continue on AR 9; AR 10
17 mi
·
24 min
·
State Highway 10
5
Keep slight right at fork onto AR 10
18 mi
·
25 min
·
AR 10
6
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
8
Merge onto I 430
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
I 430
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
Exit 13A
Toward I 40 East: Memphis
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
11
Merge onto I 40; US 65
4.7 mi
·
5 min
·
I 40; US 65
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Use the right lane.
13
Turn slight right
93 ft
·
4 sec
14
Turn slight right onto North Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
15
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.9 miles from Perryville, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 45 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
AR 60 / Aplin Street
Turn right onto AR 60 / Aplin Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
AR 9; AR 10 / Fourche Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto AR 9; AR 10 / Fourche Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
17.6 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
AR 10
Keep slight right at fork onto AR 10
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
8
39.7 mi into trip
|
~56m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 40 East: Memphis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 13A
Toward I 40 East: Memphis
5
45 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.93 one way
$13.86 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $7.61 | $15.22 |
| premium | $4.56 | $8.24 | $16.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.13 | $20.27 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.82 | $2.20 |
| Efficient EV | 11.5 | 0 | $4.02 | $1.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.43 | $2.94 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
North Little Rock, AR
Late night in North Little Rock on Sunday
Local time
5:06 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 5m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route does not utilize any major highway stretches. You will primarily navigate via Aplin Street, Fourche Avenue, and Highway 10, which creates a more intimate, hands-on driving experience. Because the road consists entirely of local paths, you should stay alert for frequent turns and changing road conditions. This is not a monotonous highway haul; instead, the 56-minute transit requires your full attention as you maneuver through the local landscape. The lack of highway miles means you will be moving at a pace dictated by local road geometry rather than open-road cruising.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 17.9 mi on AR 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on AR 10 and State Highway 10. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near AR 60 / Aplin Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 45.9 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: near the start (AR 60 / Aplin Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (AR 9; AR 10 / Fourche Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 17.6 miles (AR 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
About the Cities
Arriving in North Little Rock, AR
Full guide →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).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 5m. Total distance: 45.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 17.9 miles on AR 10. 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 North Little Rock, 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: near the start (AR 60 / Aplin Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (AR 9; AR 10 / Fourche Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 17.6 miles (AR 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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 North 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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