This 133.6-mile drive from Flippin to North Little Rock, Arkansas, can easily be completed in about 3 hours and 9 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll spend most of your time on US 65, with segments of State Highway 14 and AR 27 also part of the journey. With a fuel cost estimated at $20, this route offers a straightforward and efficient way to travel within the Southeast region. The highway-focused profile means you'll be covering ground steadily, with only one recommended stop to break up the journey. Plan for a single day to make this trip, as it's well within a manageable driving window.
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
66.8 miles from Flippin, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 45m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 9m. Total distance: 133.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 98% of the drive taking place on established highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch spans 92 miles along US 65, offering a consistent pace for much of your travel. While primarily highway, you will encounter State Highway 14 and AR 27, which may offer slightly different driving dynamics as you progress toward North Little Rock. This isn't a winding, scenic byway, but rather a practical path designed for efficient travel.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 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 92 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 65 and State Highway 14. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North 3rd Street.
Driving Effort1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Flippin, AR to North Little Rock, AR is easy. At 3h 9m with 98% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
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 7 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|North 3rd Street
Turn right onto North 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|East Main Street
Turn right onto East Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.3 mi into trip|~0m in|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|~1h 9m in|US 65
At end of road, turn left onto US 65
Navigation decision point
5
132.7 mi into trip|~3h 7m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 65
92 mi
1h 58m
State Highway 14
23.5 mi
41m
AR 27
10.6 mi
18m
US 62
4.9 mi
5m
South 1st Street
1.4 mi
2m
North Main Street
0.7 mi
1m
East Main Street
0.2 mi
<1m
North 3rd Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 65
— 92 mi, about 1h 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Flippin, AR and North 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
28 mi·28 min·US 65
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
Use the right lane.
11
Turn slight right
93 ft·4 sec
12
Turn slight right onto North Main Street
0.7 mi·1 min·North Main Street
13
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 3-hour, 9-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Flippin to maximize your day in North Little Rock. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost around $20, you have flexibility in pacing. The longest stretch on US 65 is substantial, so plan your one stop accordingly, perhaps midway or when you feel ready for a break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before heading into longer stretches like the 92 miles on US 65, to ensure you don't need to search for services unexpectedly.
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 66.8 miles from Flippin, AR, or about 1h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 92 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 29 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 66.8 miles or 1h 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 2h 43m
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 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 133.6 miles and 3h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 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 92 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 66.8 mi from Flippin, AR
· 1h 45m into the drive
The midpoint is around 66.8 miles from Flippin, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel check
Top up before US 65 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 92 miles.
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.
Nearby Places
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Top Restaurant
Wagon Wheel Restaurant
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Greenbrier, Arkansas
Later in the drive, short detour
1.3 mi from route
~3 min detour
$10 to $20
mile 95.4
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.18 one way
$40.35 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg47 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$22.15
$44.30
premium
$4.56
$23.98
$47.96
diesel
$5.61
$29.50
$58.99
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 46.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
40.1
0
$14.03
$6.41
Efficient EV
33.4
0
$11.69
$5.34
EV Truck/SUV
53.4
0
$18.70
$8.55
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 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
Flippin, AR
Evening
in Flippin on Friday
Local time
5:20 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
North Little Rock, AR
Evening
in North Little Rock on Friday
Local time
5:20 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Marshall, AR
67 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 9m 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 North Little Rock, AR covers 133.6 miles and takes about 3h 9m 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 66.8 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 $20.18 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.
The drive from Flippin, AR to North Little Rock, AR is easy. At 3h 9m with 98% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
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 North Little Rock, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
