Camden, AR to Little Rock, AR is 100 miles and takes about 2h via US 167, with a fuel budget near $15 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This straightforward drive stays within Arkansas, moving from the Southeast region to a slightly more central part of the state. It's a relatively short trip, making it ideal for a single-day journey, and primarily utilizes highway driving. You'll find the fuel costs to be quite manageable for this distance. Consider this route if you're looking for an uncomplicated way to get from point A to point B.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
50 miles from Camden, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h. Total distance: 100 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 77% of the journey on highways. You'll spend a good portion of your time on US 167, which forms the backbone of this route. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 47.9 miles, also on US 167, offering a chance to settle into a steady pace. While the Sheridan Bypass offers a slight variation, the overall character of the drive remains consistent and efficient. Expect a smooth, relatively quick transit rather than winding backroads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 167 is the longest continuous segment at about 47.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 167 and US 79. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 79B / West Washington Street.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 79B / West Washington Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.2 miles (US 79B / Harrison Avenue Northwest): Navigation decision point; at 86 miles (US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|US 79B / West Washington Street
Continue onto US 79B / West Washington Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|US 79B / Harrison Avenue Northwest
Turn left onto US 79B / Harrison Avenue Northwest
Navigation decision point
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86 mi into trip|~1h 43m in|US 167
Keep slight left at fork onto US 167 toward I 530 North, US 65 North, US 167 North: Little Rock
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 530 North, US 65 North, US 167 North:...
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99.7 mi into trip|~1h 59m in|West 7th Street
Turn left onto West 7th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
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99.8 mi into trip|~1h 59m in|State Capitol
Turn right onto State Capitol
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 167
47.9 mi
56m
US 79
27.4 mi
31m
Sheridan Bypass
17.9 mi
20m
Van Buren Street Northwest
3.8 mi
5m
Wilbur D. Mills Freeway
1.4 mi
1m
US 79B
0.4 mi
<1m
West Washington Street
0.2 mi
<1m
State Capitol
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 167
— 47.9 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Camden, AR and Little Rock, AR.
1
Start on US 278B
37 ft·8 sec·West Washington Street
2
Continue on US 79B
0.2 mi·21 sec·West Washington Street
Use the left lane.
3
Turn left onto US 79B
301 ft·6 sec·Harrison Avenue Northwest
4
Turn right onto US 79B
3.8 mi·5 min·Van Buren Street Northwest
5
Turn left onto US 79B
0.4 mi·38 sec·US 79B
6
Turn left onto US 79
27 mi·31 min·US 79
7
Turn left onto US 167
36 mi·44 min·US 167
8
Continue on US 167
18 mi·20 min·Sheridan Bypass
9
Keep slight left at fork onto US 167
12 mi·12 min·US 167
Toward I 530 North, US 65 North, US 167 North: Little Rock
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi·54 sec
Toward I 630
11
Continue on I 630
1.4 mi·1 min·Wilbur D. Mills Freeway
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi·26 sec
13
Turn right onto Dr Martin Luther King Drive
188 ft·13 sec·Dr Martin Luther King Drive
14
Turn left onto West 7th Street
408 ft·13 sec·West 7th Street
Use the left lane.
15
Turn right onto State Capitol
503 ft·22 sec·State Capitol
16
Turn slight right
260 ft·19 sec
17
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the short 2-hour duration, there's no need to rush. You can depart anytime, but an early start will give you ample daylight to reach Little Rock without feeling pressed. With only 100 miles and a fuel cost estimated at $15, you likely won't need to worry much about finding fuel stations, though it's always wise to top off before leaving Camden. There are no designated stops mentioned, so feel free to take a break when you feel the need. A practical tip for this route is to be aware of the transition onto the Sheridan Bypass, as it signifies a change in road classification and potential for increased local traffic.
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 50 miles from Camden, AR, or about 1h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 47.9 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 22 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50 miles or 1h 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 38m
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 Camden, 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 Camden, AR
This is one driving day of about 100 miles and 2h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Camden, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 167 for about 47.9 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.10 one way
$30.20 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg35 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$16.58
$33.16
premium
$4.56
$17.95
$35.90
diesel
$5.61
$22.08
$44.16
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
30
0
$10.50
$4.80
Efficient EV
25
0
$8.75
$4.00
EV Truck/SUV
40
0
$14.00
$6.40
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% 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
Camden, AR
Afternoon
in Camden on Friday
Local time
3:02 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Little Rock, AR
Afternoon
in Little Rock on Friday
Local time
3:02 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Sheridan, AR
50 mi in
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 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 Camden, AR to Little Rock, AR covers 100 miles and takes about 2h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 167, US 79, Sheridan Bypass. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 50 miles from Camden, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.10 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.
This is a straightforward 2h drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 79B / West Washington Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.2 miles (US 79B / Harrison Avenue Northwest): Navigation decision point; at 86 miles (US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Camden, AR to Little Rock, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
