Origin
Little Rock, AR
Night in Little Rock on Sunday
Local time
10:04 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Little Rock, AR to Russellville, AR
Drive Time
1h 23m
Distance
75.1 mi
121 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 17m
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6 AM
1h 23m
8 AM
1h 36m
10 AM
1h 28m
12 PM
1h 26m
3 PM
1h 28m
5 PM
1h 35m
8 PM
1h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Russellville, AR
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion across Arkansas, the trip from Little Rock to Russellville is a straightforward 75.1-mile journey. You can comfortably complete this drive in about 1 hour and 23 minutes, making it an ideal choice for a single-day excursion. Budgeting approximately $11 for fuel should cover your travel costs, keeping this a very affordable outing. Because the route is short, you won't need to worry about booking overnight accommodations unless your plans in Russellville require an extended stay. Both cities are firmly rooted in the Southeast, ensuring a consistent regional feel throughout your travel. This path is perfect for those who prioritize efficiency and a simple, direct connection between two central Arkansas hubs.
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
37.6 miles from Little Rock, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 43m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highly efficient, highway-focused experience as you navigate this 75.1-mile stretch. About 90% of your travel time will be spent on major roads, primarily utilizing I-40 to handle the bulk of the distance. You will settle into a long, uninterrupted cruise for the majority of the trip, with a 67.3-mile stretch on I-40 serving as the backbone of your drive. Once you exit the interstate, the character shifts slightly as you transition onto Pike Avenue and East Main Street to reach your final destination. It is a steady, predictable commute that allows you to cover the distance quickly without the technical challenges of winding backroads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 40 is the longest continuous segment at about 67.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and East Main Street. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near State Capitol.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 75.1 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (State Capitol): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 4.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.8 miles (I 40; US 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 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
4.6 mi into trip
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~9m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
4.8 mi into trip
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~10m in
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I 40; US 65
Merge onto I 40; US 65
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
6
72.1 mi into trip
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~1h 18m in
Take the exit toward AR 331, US 64
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 84
Toward AR 331, US 64
7
72.8 mi into trip
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~1h 19m in
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US 64 / East Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 64 / East Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 67.3 mi | 1h 8m |
| East Main Street | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Pike Avenue | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| West 7th Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Mac Arthur Drive | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Broadway Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Broadway Bridge | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| AR 331 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 67.3 mi, about 1h 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Little Rock, AR and Russellville, AR.
1
Start on this road
385 ft
·
35 sec
·
this road
2
Turn sharp left onto State Capitol
361 ft
·
16 sec
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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
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State Capitol
6
Turn left onto West 7th Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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West 7th Street
7
Turn left onto US 70
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
Broadway Street
8
Continue on US 70
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
·
Broadway Bridge
9
Turn left onto AR 365
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
West Broadway Street
10
Enter roundabout onto Pike Avenue
22 ft
·
0 sec
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Pike Avenue
11
Continue on Pike Avenue
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Pike Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Continue on AR 365
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Mac Arthur Drive
Use the left lane.
13
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Use the left lane.
14
Merge onto I 40; US 65
67 mi
·
1 hr 8 min
·
I 40; US 65
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 84
Toward AR 331, US 64
16
Turn left onto AR 331
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
AR 331
17
At end of road, turn right onto US 64
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
East Main Street
Use the right lane.
18
Turn right onto AR 7
106 ft
·
2 sec
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North Arkansas Avenue
Use the none lane.
19
Arrive at destination
AR 7
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours on I-40 can make for a smoother experience. You won't need to schedule formal stops given the brief 1 hour and 23 minute duration, but keep in mind that the lack of planned stops means you should be fueled up and ready before you merge onto the highway. The $11 fuel estimate is quite modest, so a single tank should easily handle the round trip if you choose to return the same day. Make sure to pay close attention to the transition from the high-speed interstate to the local traffic flow on Pike Avenue and East Main Street as you arrive in Russellville.
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 37.6 miles from Little Rock, AR, or about 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 67.3 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 75.1 miles or 1h 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.6 miles or 43m 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 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Russellville, 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 75.1 miles and 1h 23m.
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 I 40 for about 67.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 37.6 mi from Little Rock, AR · 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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 75.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 37.6 miles from Little Rock, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 67.3 miles.
Arriving in Russellville, AR
The final approach into Russellville, 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 Russellville, 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
$11.48 one way
$22.96 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $12.59 | $25.19 |
| premium | $4.61 | $13.63 | $27.26 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $16.68 | $33.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.5 | 0 | $7.89 | $3.60 |
| Efficient EV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.57 | $3.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30 | 0 | $10.51 | $4.81 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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
Russellville, AR
Night in Russellville on Sunday
Local time
10:04 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°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
3 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 23m 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 Russellville, AR covers 75.1 miles and takes about 1h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, East Main Street, Pike Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 37.6 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 $11.48 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 75.1 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (State Capitol): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 4.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.8 miles (I 40; US 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Little Rock, AR to Russellville, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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