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Trip from Horatio, AR to North Little Rock, AR

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

3h 19m

Distance

161 mi

259 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$24

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 36 min
4 AM
3h 7m ★
6 AM
3h 19m
8 AM
3h 43m
10 AM
3h 28m
12 PM
3h 25m
3 PM
3h 29m
5 PM
3h 42m
8 PM
3h 12m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

The drive from Horatio, AR to North Little Rock, AR covers 161 miles and takes about 3h 19m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 30, East Peachtree Street, US Highway 371/State Highway 24 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 97.5 miles on I 30. At current regular gas prices, budget about $24.31 one way before food or hotel costs.

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

80.5 miles from Horatio, AR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 54m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 19m. Total distance: 161 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (78%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This is a 3h 19m highway drive covering 161 miles, with most of the trip on I 30 and East Peachtree Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 97.5 miles on I 30.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 30 is the longest continuous segment at about 97.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 30 and East Peachtree Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 30.9 miles in near US 278; US 371 / North 4th 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 19m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 30.9 miles (US 278; US 371 / North 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 31 miles (US 278; US 371 / Bishop Street): Navigation decision point; at 156 miles (I 30; US 67): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 8 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4
30.9 mi into trip | ~48m in | US 278; US 371 / North 4th Street

At end of road, turn right onto US 278; US 371 / North 4th Street

Navigation decision point

5
31 mi into trip | ~48m in | US 278; US 371 / Bishop Street

Turn left onto US 278; US 371 / Bishop Street

Navigation decision point

4
156 mi into trip | ~3h 12m in | I 30; US 67

Keep slight left at fork onto I 30; US 67

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

4
160.4 mi into trip | ~3h 17m in

Take the exit toward Curtis Sykes Drive

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward Curtis Sykes Drive
4
160.6 mi into trip | ~3h 18m in | East 15th Street

Turn left onto East 15th Street

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 30 97.5 mi 1h 41m
East Peachtree Street 31.2 mi 46m
US Highway 371/State Highway 24 17.9 mi 26m
State Highway 24 8.9 mi 15m
West Main Street 2.3 mi 3m
State Highway 24/State Highway 41/Main Street 1.7 mi 2m
East 15th Street 0.3 mi <1m
Issac C Perkins Bypass 0.3 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 30 — 97.5 mi, about 1h 41m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Horatio, AR and North Little Rock, AR.

1

Start on AR 24; AR 41

1.7 mi · 2 min · State Highway 24/State Highway 41/Main Street
2

Continue on AR 24

8.9 mi · 15 min · State Highway 24
3

Continue on AR 24

2.3 mi · 3 min · West Main Street
4

Continue on US 371; AR 24

2.2 mi · 3 min · US Highway 371/State Highway 24
5

Continue on US 371; AR 24

16 mi · 23 min · US Highway 371/State Highway 24
6

At end of road, turn right onto US 278; US 371

0.1 mi · 15 sec · North 4th Street
7

Turn left onto US 278; US 371

0.2 mi · 21 sec · Bishop Street
8

Continue on US 278; US 371

0.3 mi · 23 sec · Issac C Perkins Bypass
9

Continue on US 371

31 mi · 46 min · East Peachtree Street
10

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 28 sec
11

Merge onto I 30

93 mi · 1 hr 35 min · I 30
12

Keep slight left at fork onto I 30; US 67

0.7 mi · 49 sec · I 30; US 67
13

Continue on I 30; US 65; US 67; US 167

3.7 mi · 4 min · I 30; US 65; US 67; US 167
14

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 21 sec
Toward Curtis Sykes Drive
15

Turn straight onto North Locust Street

106 ft · 7 sec · North Locust Street
16

Turn left onto East 15th Street

0.3 mi · 50 sec · East 15th Street
17

Turn right onto North Main Street

443 ft · 8 sec · North Main Street
18

Arrive at destination

North Main Street

Trip Plan

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 80.5 miles from Horatio, AR, or about 1h 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 97.5 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 35 miles or 54m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 80.5 miles or 1h 54m 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 47m

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 Horatio, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.

+

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 Horatio, AR

This is one driving day of about 161 miles and 3h 19m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 35 miles from Horatio, 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 I 30 for about 97.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 80.5 mi from Horatio, AR · 1h 54m into the drive

city in Arkansas, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Nashville, AR

81 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.

Popular next leg

Nashville, AR to North Little Rock, AR

130 mi · 2h 30m

Pacing Suggestions

Nashville, AR

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 35 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Malvern, AR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 80.5 miles from Horatio, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 30 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 97.5 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Hot Springs National Park

Hot Springs National Park

National Park

Hot Springs National Park has a rich cultural past. The grand architecture of our historic bathhouses is equally matched by the natural curiosities that have been drawing people here for hundreds of y...

15 mi from route ~39 min detour Free near mile 111
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$24.31 one way

$48.63 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 56 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.21 $26.69 $53.38
premium $4.56 $28.90 $57.80
diesel $5.61 $35.55 $71.09

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$24

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$49–$74

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 56.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 48.3 0 $16.90 $7.73
Efficient EV 40.3 0 $14.09 $6.44
EV Truck/SUV 64.4 0 $22.54 $10.30

Gas CO2

56 kg

EV CO2

19 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

Horatio, AR

Afternoon in Horatio on Thursday

Local time

4:06 PM

CDT

Current temp

74°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

North Little Rock, AR

Afternoon in North Little Rock on Thursday

Local time

4:06 PM

CDT

Current temp

77°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

72°F

Nashville, AR

81 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

3 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

3h 19m 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 Horatio, AR to North Little Rock, AR covers 161 miles and takes about 3h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 30, East Peachtree Street, US Highway 371/State Highway 24. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 80.5 miles from Horatio, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $24.31 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 19m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 30.9 miles (US 278; US 371 / North 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 31 miles (US 278; US 371 / Bishop Street): Navigation decision point; at 156 miles (I 30; US 67): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Horatio, AR to North Little Rock, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Hot Springs National Park.

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