Origin
West Fork, AR
Late night in West Fork on Wednesday
Local time
5:32 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
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Live forecast
Trip from West Fork, AR to Little Rock, AR
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Drive Time
3h 3m
Distance
177.9 mi
286 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 52m
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6 AM
3h 4m
8 AM
3h 27m
10 AM
3h 12m
12 PM
3h 9m
3 PM
3h 13m
5 PM
3h 25m
8 PM
2h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
West Fork, AR
Alex Moliski
Little Rock, AR
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Trip Overview
Embarking from West Fork, Arkansas, to Little Rock, Arkansas, this 177.9-mile journey is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 3 hours and 3 minutes to complete. The route is predominantly highway-focused, with 97% of the drive on major roads like I-49 and I-40, making for efficient travel. With an estimated fuel cost of $27, this drive through the Southeast region of Arkansas is a straightforward option for getting between these two points. You'll find it's a practical choice for a quick transition, with just one recommended stop along the way.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
88.9 miles from West Fork, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 30m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This drive is primarily a highway-focused experience, designed for covering distance efficiently. You'll spend most of your time on interstates, specifically I-49 and I-40, which constitute 97% of the route. Expect a longest uninterrupted stretch of 139.2 miles on I-40, indicating long periods of consistent driving conditions. While it's a highway-centric route, the transition between I-49 and I-40 will guide you through the varied landscapes of Arkansas. Pike Avenue also features in the itinerary, offering a brief change from the interstate.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 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 139.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and I 49. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near AR 170 / West Main Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 3m drive. You will face about 12 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 170 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (AR 170 / McKnight Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 33.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 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 170 / West Main Street
Turn left onto AR 170 / West Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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AR 170 / McKnight Avenue
Turn right onto AR 170 / McKnight Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
33.8 mi into trip
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~34m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 40 East: Alma, Little Rock
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 40 East: Alma, Little Rock
4
173.6 mi into trip
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~2h 55m in
Take the exit toward AR 365
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward AR 365
6
177.8 mi into trip
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~3h 3m in
Turn sharp left
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 139.2 mi | 2h 19m |
| I 49 | 32.7 mi | 32m |
| Pike Avenue | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| West 3rd Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Phillips Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| West Broadway Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Broadway Bridge | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Mac Arthur Drive | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 139.2 mi, about 2h 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Fork, AR and Little Rock, AR.
1
Start on South Campbell Avenue
73 ft
·
8 sec
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South Campbell Avenue
2
Turn left onto AR 170
306 ft
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8 sec
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West Main Street
3
Turn right onto AR 170
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
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McKnight Avenue
4
Continue on AR 170
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Phillips Street
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
19 sec
6
Merge onto I 49
33 mi
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32 min
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I 49
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
49 sec
Toward I 40 East: Alma, Little Rock
8
Merge onto I 40; US 71
139 mi
·
2 hr 19 min
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I 40; US 71
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward AR 365
10
Turn straight onto AR 365
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
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Mac Arthur Drive
11
Continue on AR 365
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Pike Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Enter roundabout onto AR 365
289 ft
·
5 sec
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West Broadway Street
13
Continue on AR 365
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
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West Broadway Street
14
Turn right onto US 70
0.5 mi
·
42 sec
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Broadway Bridge
15
Continue on US 70
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
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Broadway Street
16
Turn right onto West 3rd Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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West 3rd Street
17
Turn left onto State Capitol
314 ft
·
13 sec
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State Capitol
18
Continue on State Capitol
440 ft
·
20 sec
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State Capitol
19
Continue on State Capitol
415 ft
·
25 sec
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State Capitol
20
Turn sharp left
260 ft
·
19 sec
21
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given its 3-hour duration, this trip is perfectly suited for a single day. You can depart West Fork in the morning and arrive in Little Rock by lunchtime, allowing for flexibility. The fuel cost is estimated at $27, so ensure your tank is full before you leave to minimize any mid-drive stops. While the drive is mostly on major highways, keep an eye on traffic conditions as you approach Little Rock. The longest stretch without a major road change is 139.2 miles on I-40, so plan for a comfortable driving position and perhaps some entertainment.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 88.9 miles from West Fork, AR, or about 1h 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 139.2 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 80 miles or 1h 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 88.9 miles or 1h 30m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 27m
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 West Fork, 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 West Fork, AR
This is one driving day of about 177.9 miles and 3h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from West Fork, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 139.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 88.9 mi from West Fork, AR · 1h 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
89 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 88.9 miles from West Fork, 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 139.2 miles.
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.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$26.87 one way
$53.73 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
62 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $29.49 | $58.99 |
| premium | $4.56 | $31.93 | $63.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $39.28 | $78.56 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 62.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 53.4 | 0 | $18.68 | $8.54 |
| Efficient EV | 44.5 | 0 | $15.57 | $7.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 71.2 | 0 | $24.91 | $11.39 |
Gas CO2
62 kg
EV CO2
21 kg (66% 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
Late night in Little Rock on Wednesday
Local time
5:32 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
76°F
Haskell, AR
89 mi in
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
6 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
3h 3m 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 West Fork, AR to Little Rock, AR covers 177.9 miles and takes about 3h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, I 49, Pike Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 88.9 miles from West Fork, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.87 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 3m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (AR 170 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (AR 170 / McKnight Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 33.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from West Fork, AR to Little Rock, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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