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Trip from Bald Knob, AR to North Little Rock, AR

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Drive Time

1h 2m

Distance

58.6 mi

94 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$9

one way

EV Charging

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station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 15 min
4 AM
0h 57m ★
6 AM
1h 2m
8 AM
1h 12m
10 AM
1h 6m
12 PM
1h 5m
3 PM
1h 6m
5 PM
1h 12m
8 PM
0h 59m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Bald Knob, AR, AR

Bald Knob, AR

Beth Fitzpatrick

Trip Overview

If you are looking to get from Bald Knob to North Little Rock, you are in for a straightforward journey through Arkansas. Covering 58.5 miles, this trip typically takes about 55 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. You will primarily navigate via Highway Avenue North, John F Kennedy Boulevard, and Calvary Road. With a fuel budget of just $8, it is a very economical route for a quick trip between these two Southeast locations. Because the duration is under an hour, there is no need to worry about overnight accommodations or breaking the travel into multiple days. It is a simple, direct path that gets you exactly where you need to go without any unnecessary fuss.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

29.3 miles from Bald Knob, AR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 30m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. Since this route maintains a zero percent highway share, you will be staying off the main interstates for the entire 58.5-mile duration. The road conditions favor local navigation, meaning you should be prepared for frequent turns and varied local traffic patterns. There is no long-distance, uninterrupted highway stretch to speak of, as the drive consists entirely of local roads like Calvary Road. You will find that the personality of this trip is defined by its constant, active driving rather than high-speed highway cruising.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 57 is the longest continuous segment at about 28.1 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and US 64. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near AR 367 / Highway Avenue North.

Route Complexity 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

The drive from Bald Knob, AR to North Little Rock, AR is easy. At 1h 2m with 97% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (AR 367 / Highway Avenue North): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (US 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 56.1 miles (I 40; US 167): Merge point - match speed before joining.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 5 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | AR 367 / Highway Avenue North

Turn right onto AR 367 / Highway Avenue North

Navigation decision point

4
0.9 mi into trip | ~1m in | US 64

Take the exit onto US 64

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

3
56.1 mi into trip | ~58m in | I 40; US 167

Merge onto I 40; US 167

Merge point - match speed before joining

4
57.3 mi into trip | ~59m in

Take the exit toward John F Kennedy Boulevard

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward John F Kennedy Boulevard
3
57.6 mi into trip | ~1h in | AR 107 / John F Kennedy Boulevard

Turn left onto AR 107 / John F Kennedy Boulevard

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 57 28.1 mi 29m
US 64 27.5 mi 28m
I 40 1.2 mi 1m
North Main Street 0.7 mi 1m
Highway Avenue North 0.5 mi <1m
John F Kennedy Boulevard 0.3 mi <1m
Calvary Road 0.2 mi <1m
South Elm Street <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 57 — 28.1 mi, about 29m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bald Knob, AR and North Little Rock, AR.

1

Start on South Elm Street

92 ft · 6 sec · South Elm Street
2

Turn right onto AR 367

0.5 mi · 51 sec · Highway Avenue North
3

Turn straight onto US 64

0.4 mi · 50 sec · US 64
4

Take the exit onto US 64

27 mi · 27 min · US 64
5

Continue on I 57; US 167

28 mi · 29 min · I 57; US 167
6

Merge onto I 40; US 167

1.2 mi · 1 min · I 40; US 167
7

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 24 sec
Toward John F Kennedy Boulevard
8

Turn straight onto Calvary Road

0.2 mi · 18 sec · Calvary Road
9

Turn left onto AR 107

0.3 mi · 34 sec · John F Kennedy Boulevard
10

Continue on North Main Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · North Main Street
11

Arrive at destination

North Main Street

Trip Plan

Since the total drive time is only 55 minutes, you have maximum flexibility when choosing your departure time. You can easily complete this trip in one go without the need for scheduled stops, as the distance is short enough to handle in a single, comfortable stretch. Keep in mind that because this is a turn-heavy local route, it is wise to keep your GPS active to ensure you stay on track through the various municipal transitions. Ensure your gas tank has enough to cover the $8 fuel estimate before you head out, as you will be sticking to surface streets for the duration of the trip. Enjoy the simplicity of this local transit and the ease of arriving in North Little Rock in under an hour.

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 29.3 miles from Bald Knob, AR, or about 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28.1 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 58.6 miles or 1h 2m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 29.3 miles or 30m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 51m

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 Bald Knob, 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 Bald Knob, AR

This is one driving day of about 58.6 miles and 1h 2m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bald Knob, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 57 for about 28.1 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 29.3 mi from Bald Knob, AR · 30m into the drive

Downtown Conway, AR, AR

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Conway, AR

29 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

Haskell, AR

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 58.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Conway, AR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 29.3 miles from Bald Knob, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in North Little Rock, AR

The final approach into North Little Rock, AR usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around North Little Rock, AR.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$8.85 one way

$17.70 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 21 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.21 $9.72 $19.43
premium $4.56 $10.52 $21.04
diesel $5.61 $12.94 $25.88

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$9

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$34–$59

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 20.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 17.6 0 $6.15 $2.81
Efficient EV 14.7 0 $5.13 $2.34
EV Truck/SUV 23.4 0 $8.20 $3.75

Gas CO2

21 kg

EV CO2

7 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 data refreshed 56 minutes ago

Origin

Bald Knob, AR

Late night in Bald Knob on Wednesday

Local time

1:09 AM

CDT

Current temp

78°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

North Little Rock, AR

Late night in North Little Rock on Wednesday

Local time

1:09 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

1 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 2m 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Bald Knob, AR to North Little Rock, AR covers 58.6 miles and takes about 1h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 57, US 64, I 40. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.3 miles from Bald Knob, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.85 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Bald Knob, AR to North Little Rock, AR is easy. At 1h 2m with 97% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (AR 367 / Highway Avenue North): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (US 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 56.1 miles (I 40; US 167): Merge point - match speed before joining.
The route from Bald Knob, AR to North Little Rock, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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