Trip from Southside, AR to North Little Rock, 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

85.6 mi

138 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$13

one way

EV Charging

Fair

1 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 22 min

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.

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Trip Overview

The drive from Southside, AR to North Little Rock, AR covers 85.6 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 US 167, Batesville Boulevard, I 40 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 55.2 miles on US 167. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.93 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

42.8 miles from Southside, AR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 36m. Total distance: 85.6 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 (66%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This is a 1h 36m highway drive covering 85.6 miles, with most of the trip on US 167 and Batesville Boulevard. The longest continuous stretch is about 55.2 miles on US 167.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

US 167 is the longest continuous segment at about 55.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 167 and Batesville Boulevard. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 27.9 miles in near US 167.

Driving Effort 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Southside, AR to North Little Rock, AR is easy. At 1h 36m with 66% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 27.9 miles (US 167): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 83.1 miles (I 40; US 167): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 84.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.

Critical Maneuvers

4 of 4 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4

27.9 mi into trip | ~35m in | US 167

Take the exit onto US 167

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

3

83.1 mi into trip | ~1h 32m in | I 40; US 167

Merge onto I 40; US 167

Merge point - match speed before joining

4

84.3 mi into trip | ~1h 33m in

Take the exit toward John F Kennedy Boulevard

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward John F Kennedy Boulevard

3

84.7 mi into trip | ~1h 34m in | AR 107 / John F Kennedy Boulevard

Turn left onto AR 107 / John F Kennedy Boulevard

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
US 167	55.2 mi	56m
Batesville Boulevard	27.9 mi	35m
I 40	1.2 mi	1m
North Main Street	0.7 mi	1m
John F Kennedy Boulevard	0.3 mi	<1m
Calvary Road	0.2 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: US 167 — 55.2 mi, about 56m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Southside, AR and North Little Rock, AR.

1

Start on US 167

28 mi · 35 min · Batesville Boulevard

2

Take the exit onto US 167

55 mi · 56 min · US 167

3

Merge onto I 40; US 167

1.2 mi · 1 min · I 40; US 167

4

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 24 sec

Toward John F Kennedy Boulevard

5

Turn straight onto Calvary Road

0.2 mi · 18 sec · Calvary Road

6

Turn left onto AR 107

0.3 mi · 34 sec · John F Kennedy Boulevard

7

Continue on North Main Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · North Main Street

8

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 42.8 miles from Southside, AR, or about 50m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.2 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 24m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 42.8 miles or 50m 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 21m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North Little Rock, AR than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Southside, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Southside, AR

This is one driving day of about 85.6 miles and 1h 36m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Southside, AR.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

The longest stretch is on US 167 for about 55.2 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 42.8 mi from Southside, AR · 50m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Beebe, AR

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.

Popular next leg

Beebe, AR to North Little Rock, AR

32.7 mi · 37m

Pacing Suggestions

Bald Knob, AR

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Beebe, AR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 42.8 miles from Southside, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

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.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Buenos Aires Grill & Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Little Rock, Arkansas

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30 mile 85.6

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+15019042133

Visit website

The Root Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Little Rock, Arkansas

2.5 mi

The Purple Cow Restaurant (North Little Rock)

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

North Little Rock, Arkansas

2.3 mi

Top Coffee Stop

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

5 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20

Batesville, Arkansas

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+18707930997

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 85.6

North Little Rock, Arkansas

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+15013762900

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$12.93 one way

$25.86 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 30 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.21	$14.19	$28.38
premium	$4.56	$15.36	$30.73
diesel	$5.61	$18.90	$37.80

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.

EV Charging Along Route

1 DC fast chargers · Coverage: fair

Red E Charging Station

Batesville, Arkansas

Other

1 DCFC

Other: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	25.7	$8.99	$4.11
Efficient EV	21.4	$7.49	$3.42
EV Truck/SUV	34.2	$11.98	$5.48

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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Southside, AR

Night in Southside on Friday

Local time

10:06 PM

CDT

Current temp

78°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

North Little Rock, AR

Night in North Little Rock on Friday

Local time

10:06 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

1 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 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 Southside, AR to North Little Rock, AR covers 85.6 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 US 167, Batesville Boulevard, 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 42.8 miles from Southside, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.93 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 Southside, AR to North Little Rock, AR is easy. At 1h 36m with 66% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

The main spots that need attention: at 27.9 miles (US 167): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 83.1 miles (I 40; US 167): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 84.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.

The route from Southside, 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, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Trip from Southside, AR to North Little Rock, AR

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Who Is This Route For?

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in North Little Rock, AR

Nearby Places

Buenos Aires Grill & Cafe

Dark Side Coffee Lounge

Buenos Aires Grill & Cafe

The Root Cafe

The Purple Cow Restaurant (North Little Rock)

Rosie's | Pot & Kettle Cafe

Cafe Bossa Nova

Whistle Stop Cafe

Dark Side Coffee Lounge

River City Coffee

Red E Charging Station

Reno's Cafe

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Southside, AR

North Little Rock, AR

Same local time

1 degrees cooler at arrival

1h 36m on the road

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