Origin
Marianna, AR
Evening in Marianna on Sunday
Local time
5:07 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Marianna, AR to North Little Rock, AR
Drive Time
1h 56m
Distance
95.9 mi
154 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 48m
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6 AM
1h 57m
8 AM
2h 14m
10 AM
2h 3m
12 PM
2h 1m
3 PM
2h 3m
5 PM
2h 13m
8 PM
1h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
Traveling from Marianna to North Little Rock covers 95.9 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 56 minutes. Because this is a relatively short distance, you can easily complete the entire trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $15 on fuel for the journey, making it a very budget-friendly excursion. You will primarily navigate through the Southeast region of Arkansas, transitioning from the Marianna area toward the urban center of North Little Rock. This highway-focused drive is straightforward and efficient, serving as a practical connection between these two points in the state. It is an ideal route for travelers who value speed and simplicity over winding backroads.
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
47.9 miles from Marianna, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 6m into the drive .
Drive Character
This route is heavily dominated by major thoroughfares, with 95% of the drive spent on highways. You will find yourself navigating a mix of State Highway 78, US 79, and the primary arterial route, I-40. The journey features a significant 67.4-mile uninterrupted stretch on I-40, which allows for consistent speeds and a predictable driving experience. While the road starts with local highway connections, the transition onto the interstate shifts the character of the trip toward a standard highway-focused cruise. Expect a functional, direct drive that prioritizes reaching your destination efficiently rather than providing a technical or slow-paced driving experience.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 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 67.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and State Highway 78. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near East Chestnut Street.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Marianna, AR to North Little Rock, AR is easy. At 1h 56m with 95% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East Chestnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 11.9 miles (AR 78 / State Highway 78): Navigation decision point; at 26.8 miles: Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Chestnut Street
Turn left onto East Chestnut Street
Navigation decision point
3
11.9 mi into trip
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~18m in
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AR 78 / State Highway 78
Turn right onto AR 78 / State Highway 78
Navigation decision point
4
26.8 mi into trip
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~44m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
27.1 mi into trip
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~45m in
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I 40
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
94.5 mi into trip
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~1h 54m in
Take the exit toward John F Kennedy Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward John F Kennedy Boulevard
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 67.4 mi | 1h 8m |
| State Highway 78 | 14.9 mi | 26m |
| US 79 | 8.9 mi | 13m |
| East Chestnut Street | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| North Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| John F Kennedy Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Calvary Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Poplar Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 67.4 mi, about 1h 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marianna, AR and North Little Rock, AR.
1
Start on North Poplar Street
295 ft
·
13 sec
·
North Poplar Street
2
Turn left onto East Chestnut Street
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
East Chestnut Street
3
Continue on US 79
8.9 mi
·
13 min
·
US 79
4
Turn right onto AR 78
4.9 mi
·
8 min
·
State Highway 78
5
Continue on AR 78
10 mi
·
17 min
·
State Highway 78
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
7
Merge onto I 40
67 mi
·
1 hr 8 min
·
I 40
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward John F Kennedy Boulevard
9
Turn straight onto Calvary Road
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Calvary Road
10
Turn left onto AR 107
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
John F Kennedy Boulevard
11
Continue on North Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
12
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
Trip Plan
Since the total duration is under two hours, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours in North Little Rock is always a wise strategy. Because there are no mandatory stops scheduled, you can easily manage the 95.9-mile distance without needing a formal break, but keep an eye on your fuel gauge before merging onto the longer I-40 stretch. Budgeting $15 for gas is a safe estimate, but filling up in Marianna before you head out ensures you won't have to worry about finding a station once you hit the interstate. Take advantage of the trip's brevity to enjoy a relaxed morning start, as you will reach your destination well before the afternoon if you leave early.
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 47.9 miles from Marianna, AR, or about 1h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 67.4 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 80 miles or 1h 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 47.9 miles or 1h 6m 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 37m
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 Marianna, 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 Marianna, AR
This is one driving day of about 95.9 miles and 1h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Marianna, 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 67.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 47.9 mi from Marianna, AR · 1h 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
48 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 47.9 miles from Marianna, 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 67.4 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.66 one way
$29.32 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
34 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $16.08 | $32.16 |
| premium | $4.61 | $17.41 | $34.81 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $21.31 | $42.61 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28.8 | 0 | $10.07 | $4.60 |
| Efficient EV | 24 | 0 | $8.39 | $3.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 38.4 | 0 | $13.43 | $6.14 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (68% 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
5:07 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
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 56m 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 Marianna, AR to North Little Rock, AR covers 95.9 miles and takes about 1h 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, State Highway 78, US 79. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 47.9 miles from Marianna, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.66 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 Marianna, AR to North Little Rock, AR is easy. At 1h 56m with 95% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East Chestnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 11.9 miles (AR 78 / State Highway 78): Navigation decision point; at 26.8 miles: Navigation decision point.
The route from Marianna, AR to North Little Rock, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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