Origin
Heber Springs, AR
Evening in Heber Springs on Sunday
Local time
6:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Heber Springs, AR to North Little Rock, AR
Drive Time
1h 24m
Distance
60.4 mi
97 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
4 AM
1h 18m
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6 AM
1h 25m
8 AM
1h 38m
10 AM
1h 30m
12 PM
1h 28m
3 PM
1h 30m
5 PM
1h 37m
8 PM
1h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Heber Springs, AR
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to head south from Heber Springs to North Little Rock, expect a straightforward 60.4-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 24 minutes. This drive is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, as the distance is manageable enough that you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. You should budget approximately $8 for fuel to cover the trip. Since both cities are located within the Southeast region of Arkansas, you won't experience any major shifts in landscape or regional character. It is a practical, no-fuss route that gets you from the lake area to the heart of the state's central urban hub efficiently.
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
30.2 miles from Heber Springs, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 42m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. You will spend your time navigating via South 7th Street, Heber Spring Road, and Heber Springs Road, meaning you won't encounter any significant highway stretches. With a highway share of 0%, this route relies entirely on local roads, keeping the pace steady and requiring your full attention behind the wheel. Because there is no long-distance highway component, the longest uninterrupted stretch is 0 miles on South 7th Street. The road demands active driving, so be prepared for constant adjustments rather than settling into a monotonous cruise.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South 7th Street 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 Heber Springs, AR to North Little Rock, AR is easy. At 1h 24m 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 Heber Springs, AR to North Little Rock, AR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South 7th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Heber Spring Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Heber Springs Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Broadview Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 65 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Skyline Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
South 7th Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Heber Springs, AR and North Little Rock, AR.
1
Start on West Main Street
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
West Main Street
2
Turn left onto South 7th Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
South 7th Street
3
Continue on Heber Spring Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Heber Spring Road
4
At the end of the road, turn right onto Heber Spring Road
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Heber Spring Road
5
Continue on Heber Springs Road
26 mi
·
38 min
·
Heber Springs Road
6
At the end of the road, turn left onto North Broadview Street
7.3 mi
·
11 min
·
North Broadview Street
7
Continue on US Highway 65
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
US Highway 65
8
Continue on Skyline Drive
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Skyline Drive
9
Take the exit left
28 mi
·
28 min
10
Take the exit slight right
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
11
Turn slight right
92 ft
·
4 sec
12
Turn slight right onto North Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
13
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the advantage of total flexibility in your departure time. You won't need to plan for any formal stops, as the 1 hour and 24-minute duration is easily manageable in one go. Keep in mind that because this route consists entirely of local roads, travel times can be influenced by local traffic patterns; checking your GPS before you head out is a smart move. Make sure your fuel tank has enough to cover the $8 estimated cost before you leave Heber Springs to avoid stopping unnecessarily along the way. Prioritize staying alert during the turns, as the lack of highway segments means you will be navigating local intersections for the entire 60.4-mile duration.
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 30.2 miles from Heber Springs, AR, or about 42m 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 60.4 miles or 1h 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 30.2 miles or 42m 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 12m
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 Heber Springs, 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 Heber Springs, AR
This is one driving day of about 60.4 miles and 1h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Heber Springs, 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 30.2 mi from Heber Springs, AR · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 60.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.2 miles from Heber Springs, 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
$9.23 one way
$18.47 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $10.13 | $20.26 |
| premium | $4.61 | $10.96 | $21.92 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $13.42 | $26.84 |
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: 21.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.1 | 0 | $6.34 | $2.90 |
| Efficient EV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.28 | $2.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.2 | 0 | $8.46 | $3.87 |
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.
Destination
North Little Rock, AR
Evening in North Little Rock on Sunday
Local time
6:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
59°F
Haskell, AR
30 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
2 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 24m 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 Heber Springs, AR to North Little Rock, AR covers 60.4 miles and takes about 1h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South 7th Street, Heber Spring Road, Heber Springs Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 30.2 miles from Heber Springs, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.23 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 Heber Springs, AR to North Little Rock, AR is easy. At 1h 24m 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 Heber Springs, AR to North Little Rock, AR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Heber Springs, AR to North Little Rock, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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