Drive Time
2h 14m
Distance
130.2 mi
Route Type
Turn-heavy local drive
Same-day tripSame Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
The drive from West Crossett, AR to Little Rock, AR covers 130.2 miles and takes about 2h 14m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Highway 11, Highway 530, I 530 North for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.68 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
65.1 miles from West Crossett, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 7m into the drive .
Expect a 2h 14m drive with frequent turns across 130.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Highway 11 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 530 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 530 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Wiley A Branton Sr Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 630 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Wilbur D | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Dr Martin Luther King Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West 7th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between West Crossett, AR and Little Rock, AR.
Start on the route
Turn left
Continue straight
Turn left onto Highway 11
Turn right onto Highway 530
Keep slight left to continue on I 530 North, US 65 North
Merge slight left onto Wiley A Branton Sr Highway
Continue straight
Continue straight
Take the exit slight right toward I 630
Continue on Wilbur D. Mills Freeway
Take the exit slight right
Turn right onto Dr Martin Luther King Drive
Turn left onto West 7th Street
Turn right onto State Capitol
Turn slight right
Arrive at your 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 80 miles or 1h 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 65.1 miles or 1h 7m 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 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Little Rock, AR than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving West Crossett, 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 West Crossett, AR
This is one driving day of about 130.2 miles and 2h 14m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 65.1 mi from West Crossett, AR · 1h 7m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
65 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 65.1 miles from West Crossett, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
Regular Gas
$17.68 one way
$35.37 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.85 | $19.74 | $39.47 |
| premium | $4.15 | $21.27 | $42.55 |
| diesel | $3.75 | $19.22 | $38.44 |
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals (1 day)
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.6 kg one way.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in West Crossett on Saturday
Local time
3:44 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Little Rock on Saturday
Local time
3:44 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Forecast unavailable right now
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
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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