Origin
North Little Rock, AR
Night in North Little Rock on Thursday
Local time
11:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Little Rock, AR to Austin, AR
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 28m
Distance
64.8 mi
104 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Fair
2 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 22m
★
6 AM
1h 29m
8 AM
1h 42m
10 AM
1h 33m
12 PM
1h 32m
3 PM
1h 34m
5 PM
1h 42m
8 PM
1h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Austin, AR
Elsie Soto
Trip Overview
The drive from North Little Rock, AR to Austin, AR covers 64.8 miles and takes about 1h 28m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 40, South Broadview Street, AR 92 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 27.2 miles on I 40. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.79 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 28m. Total distance: 64.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (68%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 28m highway drive covering 64.8 miles, with most of the trip on I 40 and South Broadview Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 27.2 miles on I 40.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 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 27.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and South Broadview Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in near I 40; US 65.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 28m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (I 40; US 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 28.4 miles (US 65): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 48.3 miles (AR 285 / West Main Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.2 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
I 40; US 65
Merge onto I 40; US 65
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
28.4 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
US 65
Take the exit onto US 65 toward US 65 North, US 65B South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 65 North, US 65B South
5
48.3 mi into trip
|
~59m in
|
AR 285 / West Main Street
Turn sharp left onto AR 285 / West Main Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
59.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
|
AR 9 / State Highway 9
At end of road, turn right onto AR 9 / State Highway 9
Navigation decision point
5
64.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 28m in
|
Austin Road
Turn sharp left onto Austin Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 27.2 mi | 28m |
| South Broadview Street | 11.8 mi | 16m |
| AR 92 | 6.2 mi | 10m |
| State Highway 9 | 5.4 mi | 9m |
| West Main Street | 4.9 mi | 8m |
| US Highway 65 | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| Skyline Drive | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| South Broadway | 1.1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 27.2 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Little Rock, AR and Austin, AR.
1
Start on North Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
2
Continue on John F Kennedy Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
John F Kennedy Boulevard
3
Turn left
105 ft
·
8 sec
4
Turn left onto North Main Street
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
North Main Street
5
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
6
Merge onto I 40; US 65
27 mi
·
28 min
·
I 40; US 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit onto US 65
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
US 65
Toward US 65 North, US 65B South
8
Merge onto US 65
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Skyline Drive
9
Continue on US 65
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
US Highway 65
10
Continue on US 65
12 mi
·
16 min
·
South Broadview Street
11
Continue on US 65
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US Highway 65
12
Continue on US 65
0.7 mi
·
56 sec
·
North Broadview Street
13
Continue on US 65
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
South Broadway
14
Turn sharp left onto AR 285
4.9 mi
·
8 min
·
West Main Street
15
At end of road, turn left onto AR 92
6.2 mi
·
10 min
·
AR 92
16
At end of road, turn right onto AR 9
5.4 mi
·
9 min
·
State Highway 9
17
Turn sharp left onto Austin Road
122 ft
·
5 sec
·
Austin Road
18
Arrive at destination
Austin Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32.4 mi from North Little Rock, AR · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.4 miles from North Little Rock, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Austin, AR
The final approach into Austin, 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
$9.79 one way
$19.57 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $10.74 | $21.49 |
| premium | $4.56 | $11.63 | $23.26 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.31 | $28.61 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.4 | 0 | $6.80 | $3.11 |
| Efficient EV | 16.2 | 0 | $5.67 | $2.59 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.9 | 0 | $9.07 | $4.15 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Austin, AR
Night in Austin on Thursday
Local time
11:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 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 28m 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 Austin, AR covers 64.8 miles and takes about 1h 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, South Broadview Street, AR 92. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 32.4 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 $9.79 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 is a straightforward 1h 28m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (I 40; US 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 28.4 miles (US 65): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 48.3 miles (AR 285 / West Main Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach.
The route from North Little Rock, AR to Austin, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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