Origin
Sheridan, AR
Morning in Sheridan on Monday
Local time
6:45 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sheridan, AR to Little Rock, AR
Drive Time
41m
Distance
34.5 mi
56 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 38m
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6 AM
0h 42m
8 AM
0h 49m
10 AM
0h 44m
12 PM
0h 44m
3 PM
0h 45m
5 PM
0h 49m
8 PM
0h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sheridan, AR
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Trip Overview
If you are traveling from Sheridan to Little Rock, you are looking at a quick 34.6-mile trip that typically takes about 36 minutes. This route stays entirely within Arkansas’s Southeast region, making it a straightforward day trip that requires no overnight stops. Budgeting around $5 for fuel should be plenty to cover the distance comfortably. Because the drive is short, you have the flexibility to head out whenever it suits your schedule. It is a practical, efficient connection between the two cities rather than a destination-heavy vacation route.
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
17.3 miles from Sheridan, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 21m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route features zero highway miles. You will navigate via West Center Street, North Rock Street, and the Sheridan Bypass to reach your destination. Since the longest uninterrupted stretch on West Center Street is effectively zero miles, you should stay alert and ready for frequent turns. This is a hands-on driving experience that demands your attention as you transition between local roads. It lacks the fast-paced nature of a highway, offering a more localized feel behind the wheel.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Sheridan Bypass is the longest continuous segment at about 17.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 270 / West Center Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 34.5 miles you will encounter 8 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: near the start (US 270 / West Center Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 167B / North Rock Street): Navigation decision point; at 20.6 miles (US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 270 / West Center Street
Turn left onto US 270 / West Center Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 167B / North Rock Street
Turn left onto US 167B / North Rock Street
Navigation decision point
6
20.6 mi into trip
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~24m in
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US 167
Keep slight left at fork onto US 167 toward I 530 North, US 65 North, US 167 North: Little Rock
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 530 North, US 65 North, US 167 North:...
7
34.3 mi into trip
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~41m in
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West 7th Street
Turn left onto West 7th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
34.4 mi into trip
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~41m in
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State Capitol
Turn right onto State Capitol
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Sheridan Bypass | 17.9 mi | 20m |
| US 167 | 11.7 mi | 12m |
| North Rock Street | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Wilbur D. Mills Freeway | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| West Center Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| State Capitol | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| West 7th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Dr Martin Luther King Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Sheridan Bypass
— 17.9 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sheridan, AR and Little Rock, AR.
1
Start on North Oak Street
79 ft
·
9 sec
·
North Oak Street
2
Turn left onto West Center Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
West Center Street
3
Turn left onto North Rock Street
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
North Rock Street
4
Continue on Sheridan Bypass
18 mi
·
20 min
·
Sheridan Bypass
5
Keep slight left to continue on I 530 North, US 65 North, US 167 North: Little Rock
12 mi
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12 min
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I 530 North, US 65 North, US 167 North: Little Rock
6
Take the exit slight right toward I 630
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
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I 630
7
Continue on Wilbur D. Mills Freeway
1.4 mi
·
1 min
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Wilbur D. Mills Freeway
8
Take the exit slight right
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
9
Turn right onto Dr Martin Luther King Drive
187 ft
·
14 sec
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Dr Martin Luther King Drive
10
Turn left onto West 7th Street
410 ft
·
14 sec
·
West 7th Street
11
Turn right onto State Capitol
502 ft
·
22 sec
·
State Capitol
12
Turn slight right
259 ft
·
19 sec
13
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 36-minute journey, you do not need to worry about planning long breaks or rest stops. You can easily complete the drive in one go, leaving you plenty of time to explore Little Rock once you arrive. Keep in mind that because you are navigating local streets, traffic patterns may vary, so check your GPS before departing to account for any unexpected congestion. A helpful tip for this specific route is to familiarize yourself with the turn sequences on the Sheridan Bypass and North Rock Street before you pull out of your driveway. Enjoy the simplicity of this quick trip and the ease of getting from point A to point B without needing to refuel along the way.
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 17.3 miles from Sheridan, AR, or about 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 17.9 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 34.5 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 17.3 miles or 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Little Rock, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Sheridan, 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 Sheridan, AR
This is one driving day of about 34.5 miles and 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Sheridan, 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.
The longest stretch is on Sheridan Bypass for about 17.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.3 mi from Sheridan, AR · 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 34.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.3 miles from Sheridan, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Little Rock, AR
The final approach into 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 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
$5.27 one way
$10.55 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $5.78 | $11.57 |
| premium | $4.61 | $6.26 | $12.52 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $7.66 | $15.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.62 | $1.66 |
| Efficient EV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.02 | $1.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.83 | $2.21 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Little Rock, AR
Morning in Little Rock on Monday
Local time
6:45 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
2 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
41m 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 Sheridan, AR to Little Rock, AR covers 34.5 miles and takes about 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Sheridan Bypass, US 167, North Rock Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17.3 miles from Sheridan, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.27 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 34.5 miles you will encounter 8 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: near the start (US 270 / West Center Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 167B / North Rock Street): Navigation decision point; at 20.6 miles (US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Sheridan, AR to Little Rock, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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