Origin
Bryant, AR
Afternoon in Bryant on Sunday
Local time
3:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bryant, AR to Little Rock, AR
Drive Time
1h 30m
Distance
93.3 mi
150 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 23m
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6 AM
1h 30m
8 AM
1h 44m
10 AM
1h 35m
12 PM
1h 34m
3 PM
1h 36m
5 PM
1h 43m
8 PM
1h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bryant, AR
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Bryant to Little Rock, expect a drive covering 93.3 miles that typically takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes to complete. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. You should budget approximately $13 for fuel to cover the distance. Navigating this path involves a mix of Heber Springs Road, Batesville Boulevard, and I-30 West. Since both locations are situated within the Southeast region of Arkansas, the transition between them is straightforward and familiar for locals.
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
46.6 miles from Bryant, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 45m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route features zero percent highway share, keeping you off the high-speed corridors for the duration of the trip. Because the longest stretch on Heber Springs Road is zero miles, you will find yourself navigating constant turns rather than settling into long, straightaways. The road's personality is defined by its technical, localized nature, which keeps the experience engaging throughout the 93.3-mile journey.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Heber Springs Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Bryant, AR to Little Rock, AR is easy. At 1h 30m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bryant, AR to Little Rock, AR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Heber Springs Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Batesville Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 30 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 70 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East 7th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West 7th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Broadway Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Broadway Bridge | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Heber Springs Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bryant, AR and Little Rock, AR.
1
Start on Simpson Road
0.1 mi
·
39 sec
·
Simpson Road
2
At the end of the road, turn left onto Heber Springs Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Heber Springs Road
3
Turn right onto Batesville Boulevard
31 mi
·
40 min
·
Batesville Boulevard
4
Take the exit right
55 mi
·
56 min
5
Merge slight left
0.9 mi
·
1 min
6
Take the exit slight left toward I 30 West, US 65 South, US 67 South, US 167 South: Little Rock
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
I 30 West, US 65 South, US 67 South, US 167 South: Little Rock
7
Take the exit slight right toward US 70 East
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
US 70 East
8
Turn right onto East 7th Street
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
East 7th Street
9
Turn straight onto West 7th Street
174 ft
·
4 sec
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West 7th Street
10
Continue on North Broadway Street
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
North Broadway Street
11
Continue on Broadway Bridge
0.5 mi
·
42 sec
·
Broadway Bridge
12
Continue on Broadway Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Broadway Street
13
Turn right onto West 3rd Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West 3rd Street
14
Turn left onto State Capitol
315 ft
·
14 sec
·
State Capitol
15
Continue on State Capitol
440 ft
·
20 sec
·
State Capitol
16
Continue on State Capitol
413 ft
·
26 sec
·
State Capitol
17
Turn sharp left
259 ft
·
19 sec
18
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time to avoid local congestion. Since there are zero planned stops on this route, make sure your vehicle is fueled up and ready before you head out, keeping that $13 fuel cost in mind. Given the turn-heavy profile of these local roads, take your time and stay alert, especially when transitioning between Heber Springs Road and Batesville Boulevard. Since you are not locked into a long-haul schedule, you can easily pace yourself to reach Little Rock comfortably within that 90-minute window.
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 46.6 miles from Bryant, AR, or about 45m into the drive.
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 80 miles or 1h 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.6 miles or 45m 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 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Little Rock, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bryant, 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 Bryant, AR
This is one driving day of about 93.3 miles and 1h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bryant, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 46.6 mi from Bryant, AR · 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
47 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 46.6 miles from Bryant, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Little Rock, AR
The final approach into 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 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
$14.26 one way
$28.53 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $15.64 | $31.29 |
| premium | $4.61 | $16.93 | $33.87 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $20.73 | $41.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28 | 0 | $9.80 | $4.48 |
| Efficient EV | 23.3 | 0 | $8.16 | $3.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37.3 | 0 | $13.06 | $5.97 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Destination
Little Rock, AR
Afternoon in Little Rock on Sunday
Local time
3:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 30m 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 Bryant, AR to Little Rock, AR covers 93.3 miles and takes about 1h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Heber Springs Road, Batesville Boulevard, I 30 West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 46.6 miles from Bryant, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.26 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 Bryant, AR to Little Rock, AR is easy. At 1h 30m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bryant, AR to Little Rock, AR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Bryant, AR to Little Rock, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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