Origin
McGehee, AR
Morning in McGehee on Monday
Local time
6:33 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from McGehee, AR to North Little Rock, AR
Drive Time
1h 44m
Distance
107.5 mi
173 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 36m
★
6 AM
1h 44m
8 AM
2h 0m
10 AM
1h 50m
12 PM
1h 48m
3 PM
1h 50m
5 PM
1h 59m
8 PM
1h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from McGehee to North Little Rock, expect a straightforward journey covering 107.5 miles. You should plan on about 1 hour and 44 minutes of travel time, making this an ideal day trip that rarely requires an overnight stay. Since the route stays entirely within the Southeast region of Arkansas, you won't experience significant regional transitions. Budget roughly $16 for fuel to complete the trip comfortably. Because this is a turn-heavy local drive with no formal stops scheduled, it is a practical choice for those who prefer to keep moving toward their destination.
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
53.7 miles from McGehee, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a hands-on driving experience, as this route is characterized by its turn-heavy, local nature rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. You will spend 0% of your time on major highways, relying instead on local roads like Holly Street, North 1st Street, and Silent Street. Because the path is composed of local connectors, you should anticipate frequent adjustments behind the wheel. The road lacks long, uninterrupted stretches, requiring you to remain alert as you navigate the transition from the smaller streets of McGehee toward the North Little Rock area.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Holly Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from McGehee, AR to North Little Rock, AR is easy. At 1h 44m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from McGehee, AR to North Little Rock, AR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Holly Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North 1st Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Silent Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Wiley A Branton Sr Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Curtis Sykes Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Locust Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East 15th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Holly Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between McGehee, AR and North Little Rock, AR.
1
Start on North 4th Street
75 ft
·
6 sec
·
North 4th Street
2
Turn right onto Holly Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Holly Street
3
Turn left onto North 1st Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North 1st Street
4
Turn right onto Silent Street
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Silent Street
5
At the end of the road, turn left
53 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
6
Continue straight
2.2 mi
·
3 min
7
Continue on Wiley A Branton Sr Highway
47 mi
·
48 min
·
Wiley A Branton Sr Highway
8
Continue straight
3.7 mi
·
4 min
9
Take the exit slight right toward Curtis Sykes Drive
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Curtis Sykes Drive
10
Turn straight onto North Locust Street
105 ft
·
8 sec
·
North Locust Street
11
Turn left onto East 15th Street
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
·
East 15th Street
12
Turn right onto North Main Street
443 ft
·
9 sec
·
North Main Street
13
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the 1 hour and 44-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. Since there are no designated stops on this 107.5-mile drive, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you leave McGehee to avoid unnecessary detours. Keep a close eye on your navigation as you move between the local streets, as the turn-heavy nature of the route can be easy to miscalculate. Because this is a relatively short trip, you can easily complete it in one go without needing to plan for major breaks. Use the $16 fuel estimate as a baseline for your travel budget, but keep a little extra set aside for local traffic fluctuations.
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 53.7 miles from McGehee, AR, or about 52m into the drive.
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 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 53.7 miles or 52m 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 25m
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 McGehee, 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 McGehee, AR
This is one driving day of about 107.5 miles and 1h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from McGehee, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 53.7 mi from McGehee, AR · 52m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
54 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 53.7 miles from McGehee, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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
$16.43 one way
$32.87 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
38 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $18.03 | $36.05 |
| premium | $4.61 | $19.51 | $39.02 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $23.88 | $47.77 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32.3 | 0 | $11.29 | $5.16 |
| Efficient EV | 26.9 | 0 | $9.41 | $4.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 43 | 0 | $15.05 | $6.88 |
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 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.
Destination
North Little Rock, AR
Morning in North Little Rock on Monday
Local time
6:33 AM
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 44m 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 McGehee, AR to North Little Rock, AR covers 107.5 miles and takes about 1h 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Holly Street, North 1st Street, Silent Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 53.7 miles from McGehee, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.43 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 McGehee, AR to North Little Rock, AR is easy. At 1h 44m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from McGehee, AR to North Little Rock, AR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from McGehee, AR to North Little Rock, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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