Origin
Paris, AR
Afternoon in Paris on Friday
Local time
2:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Paris, AR to North Little Rock, AR
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 15m
Distance
110.9 mi
179 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 6m
★
6 AM
2h 15m
8 AM
2h 34m
10 AM
2h 22m
12 PM
2h 20m
3 PM
2h 23m
5 PM
2h 33m
8 PM
2h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Paris, AR
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Trip Overview
The drive from Paris, AR to North Little Rock, AR covers 110.9 miles and takes about 2h 15m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 40, Arkansas 22, Union Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 68.3 miles on I 40. At current regular gas prices, budget about $16.75 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
55.5 miles from Paris, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 18m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 15m. Total distance: 110.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (62%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 15m highway drive covering 110.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 40 and Arkansas 22. The longest continuous stretch is about 68.3 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 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 68.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and Arkansas 22. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near AR 22 / East Walnut Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Paris, AR to North Little Rock, AR is easy. At 2h 15m with 62% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (AR 22 / East Walnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 38.9 miles (US 64 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 41.2 miles (AR 331): 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 mi into trip
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~0m in
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AR 22 / East Walnut Street
Turn right onto AR 22 / East Walnut Street
Navigation decision point
4
38.9 mi into trip
|
~59m in
|
US 64 / East Main Street
Turn right onto US 64 / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
6
41.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
|
AR 331
Turn left onto AR 331
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
41.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
Take the ramp toward I-40
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Exit 84
Toward I-40
5
110 mi into trip
|
~2h 13m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 68.3 mi | 1h 9m |
| Arkansas 22 | 31.1 mi | 46m |
| Union Street | 4.9 mi | 5m |
| East Walnut Street | 3 mi | 7m |
| East Main Street | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| North Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| AR 331 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South Elm Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 68.3 mi, about 1h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Paris, AR and North Little Rock, AR.
1
Start on AR 309
34 ft
·
5 sec
·
South Elm Street
2
Turn right onto AR 22
3.0 mi
·
7 min
·
East Walnut Street
3
Continue on AR 22
31 mi
·
46 min
·
Arkansas 22
4
Turn left onto AR 7
4.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Union Street
5
Turn right onto US 64
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
East Main Street
6
Turn left onto AR 331
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
AR 331
Use the left lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 84
Toward I-40
8
Merge onto I 40
68 mi
·
1 hr 9 min
·
I 40
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Use the right lane.
10
Turn slight right
93 ft
·
4 sec
11
Turn slight right onto North Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
12
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
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 55.5 miles from Paris, AR, or about 1h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 68.3 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 24 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55.5 miles or 1h 18m 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 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North Little Rock, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Paris, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Paris, AR
This is one driving day of about 110.9 miles and 2h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Paris, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 68.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 55.5 mi from Paris, AR · 1h 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
55 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 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 55.5 miles from Paris, 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 68.3 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
$16.75 one way
$33.50 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
39 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $18.39 | $36.77 |
| premium | $4.56 | $19.91 | $39.81 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.49 | $48.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 33.3 | 0 | $11.64 | $5.32 |
| Efficient EV | 27.7 | 0 | $9.70 | $4.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 44.4 | 0 | $15.53 | $7.10 |
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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
North Little Rock, AR
Afternoon in North Little Rock on Friday
Local time
2:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 15m 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 Paris, AR to North Little Rock, AR covers 110.9 miles and takes about 2h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, Arkansas 22, Union 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 55.5 miles from Paris, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.75 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 Paris, AR to North Little Rock, AR is easy. At 2h 15m with 62% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (AR 22 / East Walnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 38.9 miles (US 64 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 41.2 miles (AR 331): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Paris, AR to North Little Rock, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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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