Origin
Little Rock, AR
Evening in Little Rock on Tuesday
Local time
6:10 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Little Rock, AR to England, AR
Data updated 2 hours ago
Drive Time
42m
Distance
27.9 mi
45 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 39m
★
6 AM
0h 43m
8 AM
0h 50m
10 AM
0h 45m
12 PM
0h 44m
3 PM
0h 46m
5 PM
0h 49m
8 PM
0h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Little Rock, AR
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England, AR
Mike Bird
Trip Overview
This straightforward 27.9-mile drive from Little Rock, AR to England, AR is perfect for a quick day trip, taking about 42 minutes to complete. The journey is primarily highway-focused, with about 68% of the route utilizing major roads like US 165 and the East Belt Freeway. With a low estimated fuel cost of $4, this excursion is budget-friendly. Since it's a short distance with no suggested stops, you'll have plenty of flexibility for departure times and can easily fit it into a single day without needing an overnight stay. The drive keeps you within the Southeast region, offering a consistent experience throughout.
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
13.9 miles from Little Rock, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 21m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience on this 42-minute trip, with 68% of the mileage on main roads. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on US 165, including the longest continuous stretch of 12.4 miles. The route incorporates the East Belt Freeway and Old England Highway, suggesting a mix of faster-paced driving and potentially some more local road sections as you near England. This isn't a winding scenic byway, but rather a direct and efficient path connecting two points in Arkansas, making for a predictable drive.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 165 is the longest continuous segment at about 12.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 165 and East Belt Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near State Capitol.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 27.9 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (State Capitol): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.3 miles (West 7th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Dr Martin Luther King Drive): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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State Capitol
Turn sharp left onto State Capitol
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~1m in
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West 7th Street
Turn left onto West 7th Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Dr Martin Luther King Drive
Turn right onto Dr Martin Luther King Drive
Navigation decision point
7
0.5 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
2.1 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 30 West: Texarkana
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 139B
Toward I 30 West: Texarkana
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 165 | 12.4 mi | 18m |
| East Belt Freeway | 5 mi | 5m |
| Old England Highway | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| England Road | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Wilbur D. Mills Freeway | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| Springer Boulevard | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| East Roosevelt Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| North Main Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 165
— 12.4 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Little Rock, AR and England, AR.
1
Start on this road
385 ft
·
35 sec
·
this road
2
Turn sharp left onto State Capitol
361 ft
·
16 sec
·
State Capitol
3
Continue on State Capitol
528 ft
·
23 sec
·
State Capitol
4
Turn left onto Capitol Mall
116 ft
·
7 sec
·
Capitol Mall
5
Turn right onto State Capitol
387 ft
·
22 sec
·
State Capitol
6
Turn left onto West 7th Street
286 ft
·
13 sec
·
West 7th Street
7
Turn right onto Dr Martin Luther King Drive
473 ft
·
21 sec
·
Dr Martin Luther King Drive
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
Use the left lane.
9
Merge onto I 630
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Wilbur D. Mills Freeway
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 139B
Toward I 30 West: Texarkana
11
Merge onto I 30; US 65; US 67; US 167
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
I 30; US 65; US 67; US 167
12
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
Toward AR-365
13
Continue on Frontage Road
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Frontage Road
14
Turn left onto AR 365
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Roosevelt Road
15
Turn right onto AR 365
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Springer Boulevard
16
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
17
Merge onto I 440
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
East Belt Freeway
18
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Toward US 165: Scott, England
19
Keep slight right at fork
189 ft
·
4 sec
20
Turn straight onto US 165
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
England Road
21
Continue on US 165
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Old England Highway
22
Continue on US 165
12 mi
·
18 min
·
US 165
23
Continue on US 165; AR 15
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
·
North Main Street
24
Turn left onto US 165; AR 15
80 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Fordyce Street
25
Arrive at destination
US 165; AR 15
Trip Plan
Given the short 42-minute duration and 27.9-mile distance, this trip offers maximum flexibility; you can leave Little Rock whenever is most convenient for you. Plan to depart in the morning to make the most of your day in England. With an estimated fuel cost of just $4, you won't need to worry much about refueling, though it's always wise to start with a full tank. The longest stretch without a break is 12.4 miles on US 165, so if you prefer to break up your driving, you could consider a brief stop before or after this segment, although no specific stops are recommended on this route.
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 13.9 miles from Little Rock, AR, or about 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 12.4 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 27.9 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 13.9 miles or 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near England, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Little Rock, 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 Little Rock, AR
This is one driving day of about 27.9 miles and 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Little Rock, 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.
The longest stretch is on US 165 for about 12.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 13.9 mi from Little Rock, AR · 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
14 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 27.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 13.9 miles from Little Rock, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in England, AR
The final approach into England, 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 England, 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
$4.21 one way
$8.43 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $4.63 | $9.25 |
| premium | $4.56 | $5.01 | $10.02 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.16 | $12.32 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.93 | $1.34 |
| Efficient EV | 7 | 0 | $2.44 | $1.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.91 | $1.79 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
England, AR
Evening in England on Tuesday
Local time
6:10 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
42m 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 Little Rock, AR to England, AR covers 27.9 miles and takes about 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 165, East Belt Freeway, Old England Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 13.9 miles from Little Rock, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.21 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 demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 27.9 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (State Capitol): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.3 miles (West 7th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Dr Martin Luther King Drive): Navigation decision point.
The route from Little Rock, AR to England, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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