Pocahontas to North Little Rock is 139.9 miles and takes about 2h 29m via I-57 and I-40, with a fuel budget near $21 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Arkansas, connecting two points in the Southeast region. The majority of this route is on major interstate highways, making for a straightforward and relatively quick drive. Given its short duration, it's an ideal route for a single-day trip, allowing for a relaxed start or plenty of time at your destination.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
70 miles from Pocahontas, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 15m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 57
122.9 mi
2h 7m
US 62
13.6 mi
15m
I 40
1.2 mi
1m
US 67
0.8 mi
1m
North Main Street
0.7 mi
1m
John F Kennedy Boulevard
0.3 mi
<1m
Calvary Road
0.2 mi
<1m
West Broadway Street
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 122.9 mi, about 2h 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pocahontas, AR and North Little Rock, AR.
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Start on AR 90
0.1 mi·13 sec·West Broadway Street
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At end of road, turn right onto US 62; US 67; AR 90
14 mi·15 min·US 62; US 67; AR 90
3
Keep slight left at fork onto US 67
0.8 mi·1 min·US 67
4
Continue on I 57
123 mi·2 hr 7 min·I 57
5
Merge onto I 40; US 167
1.2 mi·1 min·I 40; US 167
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi·24 sec
Toward John F Kennedy Boulevard
7
Turn straight onto Calvary Road
0.2 mi·18 sec·Calvary Road
8
Turn left onto AR 107
0.3 mi·34 sec·John F Kennedy Boulevard
9
Continue on North Main Street
0.7 mi·1 min·North Main Street
10
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
Trip Plan
For this 2-and-a-half-hour drive, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience. Leaving in the morning will give you ample time to reach North Little Rock and still have most of the day for activities. With a fuel cost estimated at $21, it's wise to top off your tank before departing Pocahontas, as there aren't many breaks in the highway driving. The longest stretch without significant exits is over 120 miles, so plan your personal stops accordingly before embarking on that segment.
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 70 miles from Pocahontas, AR, or about 1h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 122.9 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 31 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 70 miles or 1h 15m 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 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North Little Rock, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Pocahontas, 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 Pocahontas, AR
This is one driving day of about 139.9 miles and 2h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 miles from Pocahontas, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 57 for about 122.9 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 5
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 138.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|US 62; US 67; AR 90
At end of road, turn right onto US 62; US 67; AR 90
Navigation decision point
4
13.7 mi into trip|~15m in|US 67
Keep slight left at fork onto US 67
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
3
137.4 mi into trip|~2h 25m in|I 40; US 167
Merge onto I 40; US 167
Merge point - match speed before joining
4
138.6 mi into trip|~2h 26m in
Take the exit toward John F Kennedy Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward John F Kennedy Boulevard
3
138.9 mi into trip|~2h 27m in|AR 107 / John F Kennedy Boulevard
Turn left onto AR 107 / John F Kennedy Boulevard
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.13 one way
$42.26 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg49 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$23.19
$46.39
premium
$4.56
$25.11
$50.22
diesel
$5.61
$30.89
$61.78
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
42
0
$14.69
$6.72
Efficient EV
35
0
$12.24
$5.60
EV Truck/SUV
56
0
$19.59
$8.95
Gas CO2
49 kg
EV CO2
16 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 15, 2026
Origin
Pocahontas, AR
Late night
in Pocahontas on Sunday
Local time
5:12 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
North Little Rock, AR
Late night
in North Little Rock on Sunday
Local time
5:12 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 29m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is almost entirely on interstates, with a 99% highway share. You'll encounter a long stretch of 122.9 miles on I-57 before transitioning to other major highways. Expect a consistent highway experience with frequent exits and merges as you approach your destination. The focus is on efficient travel rather than scenic byways.
99% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 122.9 mi on I 57.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and US 62. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 62; US 67; AR 90.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Pocahontas, AR to North Little Rock, AR is easy. At 2h 29m with 99% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 62; US 67; AR 90): Navigation decision point; at 13.7 miles (US 67): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 137.4 miles (I 40; US 167): Merge point - match speed before joining.
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.
The longest stretch is about 122.9 miles on I 57. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 4 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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: at 0.1 miles (US 62; US 67; AR 90): Navigation decision point; at 13.7 miles (US 67): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 137.4 miles (I 40; US 167): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at North Little Rock, AR before heading back.
