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Trip from Little Rock, AR to Hoxie, AR

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 20m

Distance

128.5 mi

207 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$19

one way

EV Charging

Fair

2 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 29 min
4 AM
2h 11m ★
6 AM
2h 21m
8 AM
2h 40m
10 AM
2h 28m
12 PM
2h 26m
3 PM
2h 29m
5 PM
2h 39m
8 PM
2h 15m

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

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Downtown Little Rock, AR, AR

Little Rock, AR

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Downtown Hoxie, AR, AR

Hoxie, AR

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Trip Overview

The drive from Little Rock, AR to Hoxie, AR covers 128.5 miles and takes about 2h 20m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 57, US 63B, US 67 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 120 miles on I 57. At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.41 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.

Midpoint

64.3 miles from Little Rock, AR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 11m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 57 120 mi 2h 4m
US 63B 2.1 mi 3m
US 67 1.6 mi 2m
West 7th Street 1.3 mi 3m
I 30 0.8 mi 1m
US 63 0.5 mi <1m
Broadway Street 0.5 mi <1m
Broadway Bridge 0.5 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 57 — 120 mi, about 2h 4m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Little Rock, AR and Hoxie, 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

0.7 mi · 1 min · West 7th Street
7

Turn left onto US 70

0.5 mi · 53 sec · Broadway Street
8

Continue on US 70

0.5 mi · 44 sec · Broadway Bridge
9

Continue on North Broadway Street

0.3 mi · 29 sec · North Broadway Street
10

Continue on West 7th Street

0.6 mi · 1 min · West 7th Street
11

Turn left onto North Locust Street

46 ft · 0 sec · North Locust Street
12

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 15 sec
13

Merge onto I 30; US 65; US 67; US 167

0.8 mi · 1 min · I 30; US 65; US 67; US 167
14

Keep slight right at fork onto US 67; US 167

1.6 mi · 2 min · US 67; US 167
Exit 143B Toward I 40 East, US 67 North, US 167 North: Jacksonville, Memphis
15

Keep slight left at fork onto I 57; US 167

28 mi · 29 min · I 57; US 167
Toward Saint Louis Use the slight left lane.
16

Continue on I 57; US 64; US 167

92 mi · 1 hr 35 min · I 57; US 64; US 167
17

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 54 sec
Toward US 63: Hoxie, Jonesboro
18

Keep slight right at fork

415 ft · 10 sec
19

Merge onto US 63

0.5 mi · 41 sec · US 63
20

Turn left onto US 63B

2.1 mi · 3 min · US 63B
21

Arrive at destination

Southwest Lindsey

Trip Plan

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 64.3 miles from Little Rock, AR, or about 1h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 120 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 28 miles or 34m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 64.3 miles or 1h 11m 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 54m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hoxie, 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 128.5 miles and 2h 20m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Little Rock, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 57 for about 120 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Beebe, AR, AR

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Beebe, AR

64 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

Cabot, AR

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Bald Knob, AR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 64.3 miles from Little Rock, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 57 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 120 miles.

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

The Root Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Little Rock, Arkansas

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+15014140423

Visit website

Buenos Aires Grill & Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Little Rock, Arkansas

1.5 mi

Cafe Bossa Nova

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Little Rock, Arkansas

2.1 mi

Top Coffee Stop

River City Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Little Rock, Arkansas

Near the start, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+15016611496

Visit website

The Root Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Little Rock, Arkansas

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+15014140423

Visit website

Buenos Aires Grill & Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30

Little Rock, Arkansas

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+15019042133

Visit website

Cafe Bossa Nova

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30

Little Rock, Arkansas

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+15015046360

Visit website

The Purple Cow Restaurant (North Little Rock)

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 9.2

North Little Rock, Arkansas

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+15019047269

Visit website

Rosie's | Pot & Kettle Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Little Rock, Arkansas

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+15017471456

Visit website

Mike's Café

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

Little Rock, Arkansas

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+15015621515

Visit website

Turtle in the Way Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10

Little Rock, Arkansas

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+15014706543

Visit website

Hunan Restaurant

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 91.8

Newport, Arkansas

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18705234600

River City Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10

Little Rock, Arkansas

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+15016611496

Visit website

Dark Side Coffee Lounge

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10

North Little Rock, Arkansas

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 91.8

Newport, Arkansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 91.8

Newport, Arkansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

Reno's Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

North Little Rock, Arkansas

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+15013762900

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 14

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 125.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | State Capitol

Turn sharp left onto State Capitol

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

4
0.2 mi into trip | ~1m in | Capitol Mall

Turn left onto Capitol Mall

Navigation decision point

7
3.8 mi into trip | ~8m in | US 67; US 167

Keep slight right at fork onto US 67; US 167 toward I 40 East, US 67 North, US 167 North: Jacksonville, Memphis

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 143B Toward I 40 East, US 67 North, US 167 North: Ja...
7
5.4 mi into trip | ~10m in | I 57; US 167

Keep slight left at fork onto I 57; US 167 toward Saint Louis

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Toward Saint Louis
5
125.4 mi into trip | ~2h 15m in

Take the exit toward US 63: Hoxie, Jonesboro

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 63: Hoxie, Jonesboro

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$19.41 one way

$38.81 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 45 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.21 $21.30 $42.61
premium $4.56 $23.06 $46.13
diesel $5.61 $28.37 $56.74

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$19

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$44–$69

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 45 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 38.6 0 $13.49 $6.17
Efficient EV 32.1 0 $11.24 $5.14
EV Truck/SUV 51.4 0 $17.99 $8.22

Gas CO2

45 kg

EV CO2

15 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Little Rock, AR

Afternoon in Little Rock on Saturday

Local time

2:51 PM

CDT

Current temp

77°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Hoxie, AR

Afternoon in Hoxie on Saturday

Local time

2:51 PM

CDT

Current temp

77°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

2h 20m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

128.5 mi in 2h 20m, mostly highway — 120 mi of that is on I 57.

97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 120 mi on I 57.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and US 63B. 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.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 128.5 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 0.2 miles (Capitol Mall): Navigation decision point; at 3.8 miles (US 67; US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 20m. Total distance: 128.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 120 miles on I 57. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Hoxie, AR before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (State Capitol): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.2 miles (Capitol Mall): Navigation decision point; at 3.8 miles (US 67; US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hoxie, AR before heading back.

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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