Origin
North Little Rock, AR
Evening in North Little Rock on Friday
Local time
8:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Little Rock, AR to Southside, AR
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 36m
Distance
85.5 mi
138 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 29m
★
6 AM
1h 36m
8 AM
1h 51m
10 AM
1h 41m
12 PM
1h 40m
3 PM
1h 42m
5 PM
1h 50m
8 PM
1h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Southside, AR
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Trip Overview
The drive from North Little Rock, AR to Southside, AR covers 85.5 miles and takes about 1h 36m 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 64, I 40 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 55 miles on I 57. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.91 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
42.7 miles from North Little Rock, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 45m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 36m. Total distance: 85.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (99%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 36m highway drive covering 85.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 57 and US 64. The longest continuous stretch is about 55 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 10 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 55 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and US 64. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near East 19th Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from North Little Rock, AR to Southside, AR is easy. At 1h 36m with 99% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (East 19th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (I-30 Frontage Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.2 miles (I 57; US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East 19th Street
Turn right onto East 19th Street
Navigation decision point
3
0.5 mi into trip
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~1m in
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I-30 Frontage Road
Turn left onto I-30 Frontage Road
Navigation decision point
7
2.2 mi into trip
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~3m in
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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
57.2 mi into trip
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~59m in
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US 64; US 167
Take the exit onto US 64; US 167 toward US 64 East, US 67 North: Bald Knob, Batesville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 64 East, US 67 North: Bald Knob, Bate...
4
57.5 mi into trip
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~1h in
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US 64; US 167
Turn left onto US 64; US 167
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 Southside, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Batesville along the way.
Batesville
57.2 mi in
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~59m
|
via US 64; US 167
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 57 | 55 mi | 56m |
| US 64 | 28.3 mi | 36m |
| I 40 | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| East 19th Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| I-30 Frontage Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Batesville Boulevard | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 55 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Little Rock, AR and Southside, 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 Louis
Use the slight left lane.
7
Continue on I 57; US 64; US 167
27 mi
·
26 min
·
I 57; US 64; US 167
8
Take the exit onto US 64; US 167
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
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US 64; US 167
Toward US 64 East, US 67 North: Bald Knob, Batesville
9
Turn left onto US 64; US 167
28 mi
·
35 min
·
US 64; US 167
10
Arrive at destination
US 167
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 42.7 miles from North Little Rock, AR, or about 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55 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 19 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.7 miles or 45m 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 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Southside, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from North Little Rock, AR
This is one driving day of about 85.5 miles and 1h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from North 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 55 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 42.7 mi from North Little Rock, AR · 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
43 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 42.7 miles from North Little Rock, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Southside, AR
The final approach into Southside, AR usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.91 one way
$25.83 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
30 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $14.17 | $28.35 |
| premium | $4.56 | $15.35 | $30.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.88 | $37.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.7 | 0 | $8.98 | $4.10 |
| Efficient EV | 21.4 | 0 | $7.48 | $3.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 34.2 | 0 | $11.97 | $5.47 |
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 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.
Destination
Southside, AR
Evening in Southside on Friday
Local time
8:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°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
1 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
1h 36m 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 North Little Rock, AR to Southside, AR covers 85.5 miles and takes about 1h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 57, US 64, I 40. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 42.7 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 $12.91 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 North Little Rock, AR to Southside, AR is easy. At 1h 36m with 99% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (East 19th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (I-30 Frontage Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.2 miles (I 57; US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from North Little Rock, AR to Southside, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Batesville 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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