The drive from North Little Rock, AR to Piggott, AR covers 182.5 miles and takes about 3h 31m 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 412, East Franklin Street for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 122.8 miles on I 57.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $27.56 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.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
91.3 miles from North Little Rock, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 36m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 31m. Total distance: 182.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 3h 31m highway drive covering 182.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 57 and US 412. The longest continuous stretch is about 122.8 miles on I 57.
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 57 is the longest continuous segment at about 122.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and US 412. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.2 miles in near I 57; US 167.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 182.5 miles you will encounter 12 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 2.2 miles (I 57; US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 125 miles (US 412): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 149.9 miles (US 49; AR 1): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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2.2 mi into trip|~3m 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
6
125 mi into trip|~2h 11m in|US 412
Keep slight right at fork onto US 412 toward US 412: Paragould, Walnut Ridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 412: Paragould, Walnut Ridge
5
149.9 mi into trip|~2h 42m in|US 49; AR 1
Turn left onto US 49; AR 1
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
182.3 mi into trip|~3h 30m in|US 62 / East Main Street
Turn left onto US 62 / East Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
5
182.5 mi into trip|~3h 31m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from North Little Rock, AR to Piggott, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Walnut Ridge along the way.
Walnut Ridge
125 mi in|~2h 11m|via US 412
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 57
122.8 mi
2h 7m
US 412
24.5 mi
30m
East Franklin Street
17.4 mi
26m
US 49
15 mi
22m
I 40
1.1 mi
1m
West Court Street
0.4 mi
<1m
East 19th Street
0.3 mi
<1m
I-30 Frontage Road
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 122.8 mi, about 2h 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Little Rock, AR and Piggott, AR.
1
Start on North Main Street
0.2 mi·24 sec·North Main Street
2
Turn right onto East 19th Street
0.3 mi·40 sec·East 19th Street
3
Turn left onto I-30 Frontage Road
0.3 mi·32 sec·I-30 Frontage Road
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·30 sec
5
Merge onto I 40
1.1 mi·1 min·I 40
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 57; US 167
28 mi·29 min·I 57; US 167
Toward Saint LouisUse the slight left lane.
7
Continue on I 57; US 64; US 167
94 mi·1 hr 38 min·I 57; US 64; US 167
8
Keep slight right at fork onto US 412
0.5 mi·1 min·US 412
Toward US 412: Paragould, Walnut Ridge
9
Turn right onto US 412
24 mi·28 min·US 412
10
Turn left onto US 49Y
0.4 mi·37 sec·West Court Street
11
Turn left onto US 49; AR 1
1.7 mi·2 min·US 49; AR 1
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Continue on US 49; AR 1
6.6 mi·9 min·US 49; AR 1
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Continue on US 49; AR 1
3.1 mi·4 min·US 49; AR 1
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
14
Enter roundabout onto US 49; AR 1
85 ft·1 sec·East Franklin Street
15
Continue on US 49; AR 1
17 mi·26 min·East Franklin Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
16
Continue on US 49; AR 1
3.5 mi·5 min·US 49; AR 1
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
17
Turn left onto US 62
0.2 mi·20 sec·East Main Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
18
Turn right
197 ft·14 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 91.3 miles from North Little Rock, AR, or about 1h 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 122.8 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 40 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 91.3 miles or 1h 36m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Piggott, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving North 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 North Little Rock, AR
This is one driving day of about 182.5 miles and 3h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 40 miles from North Little Rock, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 57 for about 122.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 91.3 mi from North Little Rock, AR
· 1h 36m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.56 one way
$55.12 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg64 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$30.26
$60.51
premium
$4.56
$32.76
$65.51
diesel
$5.61
$40.29
$80.59
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 63.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
1 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: fair
Blink Charging Station
Newport, Arkansas
Blink
1 DCFC
Blink: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
54.8
0
$19.16
$8.76
Efficient EV
45.6
0
$15.97
$7.30
EV Truck/SUV
73
0
$25.55
$11.68
Gas CO2
64 kg
EV CO2
21 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 18, 2026
Origin
North Little Rock, AR
Night
in North Little Rock on Friday
Local time
9:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Partly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SSW 10 mph44% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Piggott, AR
Night
in Piggott on Friday
Local time
9:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
75°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
17 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 31m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from North Little Rock, AR to Piggott, AR covers 182.5 miles and takes about 3h 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 57, US 412, East Franklin Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 91.3 miles from North 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 $27.56 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 182.5 miles you will encounter 12 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 2.2 miles (I 57; US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 125 miles (US 412): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 149.9 miles (US 49; AR 1): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from North Little Rock, AR to Piggott, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Walnut Ridge along the way.
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, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
