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31m
Distance
27.7 mi
45 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ward, AR
Wolrider YURTSEVEN
The drive from Ward, AR to North Little Rock, AR covers 27.7 miles and takes about 31m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 57, I 40, North Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 24.2 miles on I 57. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.23 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.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
13.8 miles from Ward, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 15m into the drive .
This is a 31m highway drive covering 27.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 57 and I 40. The longest continuous stretch is about 24.2 miles on I 57.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and I 40. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near AR 319 / Moore Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 31m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (AR 319 / Moore Street): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (I 57; US 167): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 25.2 miles (I 40; US 167): Merge point - match speed before joining.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto AR 319 / Moore Street
Navigation decision point
Merge onto I 57; US 167
Merge point - match speed before joining
Merge onto I 40; US 167
Merge point - match speed before joining
Take the exit toward John F Kennedy Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Turn left onto AR 107 / John F Kennedy Boulevard
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 57 | 24.2 mi | 25m |
| I 40 | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| North Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| North Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| John F Kennedy Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Moore Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Calvary Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 2nd Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Ward, AR and North Little Rock, AR.
Start on AR 367
Turn right onto AR 319
Continue on AR 319
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 57; US 167
Merge onto I 40; US 167
Take the exit
Turn straight onto Calvary Road
Turn left onto AR 107
Continue on North Main Street
Arrive at destination
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.
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 27.7 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 13.8 miles or 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North Little Rock, AR than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Ward, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Ward, AR
This is one driving day of about 27.7 miles and 31m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 13.8 mi from Ward, AR · 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
14 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.
A short stop after about 27.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 13.8 miles from Ward, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
Regular Gas
$4.23 one way
$8.47 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $4.64 | $9.29 |
| premium | $4.61 | $5.03 | $10.05 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $6.15 | $12.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.3 | 0 | $2.91 | $1.33 |
| Efficient EV | 6.9 | 0 | $2.42 | $1.11 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.88 | $1.77 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Ward on Sunday
Local time
6:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Evening in North Little Rock on Sunday
Local time
6:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Partly Cloudy
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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