Origin
Flippin, AR
Morning in Flippin on Friday
Local time
9:08 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Flippin, AR to Little Rock, AR
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 14m
Distance
136.2 mi
219 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 3m
★
6 AM
3h 15m
8 AM
3h 39m
10 AM
3h 23m
12 PM
3h 21m
3 PM
3h 24m
5 PM
3h 37m
8 PM
3h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Flippin, AR
Md Jawadur Rahman
Little Rock, AR
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Trip Overview
This 136.2-mile drive from Flippin, Arkansas, to Little Rock, Arkansas, is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in about 3 hours and 14 minutes. With 96% of the route on highways, it's a practical option for a single-day trip, so you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. The estimated fuel cost for this drive is around $21. This route stays within the Southeast region, offering a consistent travel experience as you make your way from one Arkansas locale to another. It's a solid choice if you're looking for an efficient 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.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
68.1 miles from Flippin, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 47m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 14m. Total distance: 136.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this trip, with 96% of the journey utilizing major roadways like US 65, State Highway 14, and AR 27. The road presents a long, uninterrupted stretch of 91.2 miles primarily on US 65, suggesting a consistent pace for much of the drive. While predominantly highway, the inclusion of state highways indicates potential for varied scenery and road conditions as you transition between them. This route is designed for forward momentum, allowing you to cover ground efficiently.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 65 is the longest continuous segment at about 91.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 65 and State Highway 14. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North 3rd Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 14m 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 (North 3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (AR 178 / South 1st Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North 3rd Street
Turn right onto North 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Main Street
Turn right onto East Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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AR 178 / South 1st Street
At end of road, turn left onto AR 178 / South 1st Street
Navigation decision point
5
40.7 mi into trip
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~1h 9m in
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US 65
At end of road, turn left onto US 65
Navigation decision point
6
136.1 mi into trip
|
~3h 14m in
Turn sharp left
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 65 | 91.2 mi | 1h 57m |
| State Highway 14 | 23.5 mi | 41m |
| AR 27 | 10.6 mi | 18m |
| US 62 | 4.9 mi | 5m |
| Pike Avenue | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| South 1st Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| West 3rd Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| West Broadway Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 65
— 91.2 mi, about 1h 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Flippin, AR and Little Rock, AR.
1
Start on Girard Street
32 ft
·
5 sec
·
Girard Street
2
Turn right onto North 3rd Street
442 ft
·
21 sec
·
North 3rd Street
3
Turn right onto East Main Street
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
East Main Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto AR 178
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South 1st Street
5
Turn right onto US 62; US 412
4.9 mi
·
5 min
·
US 62; US 412
6
Turn left onto AR 14
24 mi
·
41 min
·
State Highway 14
7
Turn straight onto AR 27
11 mi
·
18 min
·
AR 27
8
At end of road, turn left onto US 65
64 mi
·
1 hr 29 min
·
US 65
9
Take the exit onto US 65
27 mi
·
27 min
·
US 65
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward AR 365
11
Turn straight onto AR 365
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
Mac Arthur Drive
12
Continue on AR 365
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Pike Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Enter roundabout onto AR 365
289 ft
·
5 sec
·
West Broadway Street
14
Continue on AR 365
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
West Broadway Street
15
Turn right onto US 70
0.5 mi
·
42 sec
·
Broadway Bridge
16
Continue on US 70
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Broadway Street
17
Turn right onto West 3rd Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West 3rd Street
18
Turn left onto State Capitol
314 ft
·
13 sec
·
State Capitol
19
Continue on State Capitol
440 ft
·
20 sec
·
State Capitol
20
Continue on State Capitol
415 ft
·
25 sec
·
State Capitol
21
Turn sharp left
260 ft
·
19 sec
22
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the manageable 3-hour duration, this drive from Flippin to Little Rock is ideal for a single-day excursion, offering flexibility in your departure time. You'll want to keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially considering the longest stretch without a major town is over 90 miles on US 65. Plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and refuel, perhaps around the halfway point, though the route data only indicates one recommended stop. The $21 fuel cost is a good budget to keep in mind for this 136.2-mile journey.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 68.1 miles from Flippin, AR, or about 1h 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 91.2 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 30 miles or 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 68.1 miles or 1h 47m 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 45m
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 Flippin, 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 Flippin, AR
This is one driving day of about 136.2 miles and 3h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Flippin, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 65 for about 91.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 68.1 mi from Flippin, AR · 1h 47m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
68 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 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 68.1 miles from Flippin, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 65 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 91.2 miles.
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
$20.57 one way
$41.14 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
48 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $22.58 | $45.16 |
| premium | $4.56 | $24.45 | $48.89 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $30.07 | $60.14 |
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: 47.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 40.9 | 0 | $14.30 | $6.54 |
| Efficient EV | 34.1 | 0 | $11.92 | $5.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 54.5 | 0 | $19.07 | $8.72 |
Gas CO2
48 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.
Destination
Little Rock, AR
Morning in Little Rock on Friday
Local time
9:08 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
75°F
Clinton, AR
68 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
3h 14m 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 Flippin, AR to Little Rock, AR covers 136.2 miles and takes about 3h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 65, State Highway 14, AR 27. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 68.1 miles from Flippin, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.57 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 14m 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 (North 3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (AR 178 / South 1st Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Flippin, AR to Little Rock, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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